Dr. Richard Leaderman
Periodontics
West Springfield, MA
51 years experience male
Locations
Office
West Springfield, MA
Insurances accepted
BlueCross BlueShield
Delta Dental
Blue Cross Blue Shield Of Massachusetts
Office
West Springfield, MA
About
Bio
Practice is limited to Periodontics, Oral Diagnosis, Dental Implants, TMJ and Sleep Apnea
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Periodontics
Dentistry
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
71 Answers
131 Agrees
The number of answers this doctor has agreed with.
A member asked:
Dr. Richard Leadermananswered
Periodontics 51 years experience
Surgery last resort: No medication that i know of. You should consult with you dentist, an oral sleep appliance may help.
Surgery to stop snoring is very painful and only... Read More
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Sinus infecton: There are many reasons that could have caused a change. He should see a doctor/dentist who understands snoring.
But some possibilities are; a cold wi... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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No!: These are three type of sores that cause confussion,
1: canker sores, which are in the mouth 2: cold sores caused by oral herpes usually on the or a... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Eat Yogurt: Herpes simplex virus is when you get little cold sores on the outside of your mouth or the tip of your nose.
Try not to touch the cold sore, you coul... Read More
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A 40-year-old male asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Inflamed Gums : You should see you dentist. You most likely have periodontal disease. It's important to have it checked out. There could be other problems that you a... Read More
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Bad Vibrations: Snoring is the vibration of respiratory structures usually the uvula and soft palate. The resulting sound, due to obstructed air movement during breat... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Yes & No: If the tooth is infected there is an abscess at the end of the root. The abscess is in a sac and does not enter into the bone. But, the abscess cause... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Yes: The size of your mouth does not make a difference in orthodontics.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Yes: Your gums will bleed after flossing for two reasons; 1, your flossing to hard and cutting your gum tissue or 2, your gums are inflamed and need to be ... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Palatal Tori: Palatal tori is bony growth that is not a concern. It most likely is hereditary. It effects about 30% of the population.
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A member asked:
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No: Sleep apnea is a common disorder in which you have one or more pauses in breathing or shallow breaths while you sleep.
Narcolepsy is a chronic disord... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
5 - 10 grams: The lethal dose for a 154 lb human is estimated at 5–10 g.
I don't think you could eat enought toothpaste to kill yourself.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
Dr. Richard Leadermananswered
Periodontics 51 years experience
Eat Yogurt: Herpes simplex virus is when you get little cold sores on the outside of your mouth or the tip of your nose.
Try not to touch the cold sore, you coul... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
No.: Fluoride is found naturally in many areas areas of the U.S. It was found that in these areas the children did not have dental decay.
It is only adde... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Red bleeding gums: Periodontal disease is usually painless. When it hurts or starts to bleed then it needs to be treated or it may be too late and you may lose your teet... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
Dr. Richard Leadermananswered
Periodontics 51 years experience
Eat Yogurt: Herpes simplex virus is when you get little cold sores on the outside of your mouth or the tip of your nose.
Try not to touch the cold sore, you coul... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
Dr. Richard Leadermananswered
Periodontics 51 years experience
Don't want chancres!: These are three type of sores that cause confussion,
1: canker sores, which are in the mouth 2: cold sores caused by oral herpes usually on the or a... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
98.6 degrees : The normal body temperature has long been thought to be 98.6 degrees fahrenheit, but there are several factors that affect body temperature. Normal bo... Read More
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A 20-year-old male asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Tooth Decay: If the tooth has an abscess then you could get pain towards the cheek.
You will need an x-ray to determine what is wrong. See your dentist for an exa... Read More
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A 59-year-old male asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
What makes sense!: When you consult with a doctor, if his/her opinion does not make sense you should seek out a second opinion.
I am not sure what you are saying by th... Read More
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A male asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
No: Pregnancy is the fertilization and development of one or more offspring, known as an embryo or fetus, in a woman's uterus. The sperm must get to the ... Read More
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A 70-year-old male asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Not a normal problem: Local anesthetics such as novacane, are substances that produce a reversible loss of sensation or analgesia when applied to body tissues. This is achi... Read More
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Can't see them!: Teeth are considered impacted if they are not erupted into the oral cavity.
They can be in bone or just under the gingival tissue. The picture is a b... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Yes: It's important to brush your teeth at least twice a day, in the morning and before you go to bed.
Some people like to brush after each meal but it wo... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Yes & No: Toradol is used for moderate to severe pain.
It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug and could cause bleeding at the surgical site.
If it is on... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
None: Oral cancer is not caused from oral sex.
Using tobacco is the number 1 cause.
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A 47-year-old male asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Drink tea for health: There are many reasons to drink tea. To list a few: antioxidants in tea can help your heart, fight against cancer, protection from ultraviolet rays, ... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Maybe?: If the tooth is sensitive to sweet you have a cavity. If it is sensitive to cold your bit my be off or you are grinding your teeth. If it is hot tha... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Use Canker Cover: Painful mouth sores are usually canker sores (aphthous ulcer) which are found on the inside of your cheek, under your tongue, the tip of your tongue, ... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Not painful: Root canals can be painful if it is a hot tooth. This means that the tooth is badly infected and local novocaine will not work well.
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A 47-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
No: Supraventricular tachycardia (svt) is any rapid heart rhythm originating above the ventricular tissue.
Most svt is unpleasant rather than life threa... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Brush your tongue: Hairy tongue is caused by the lengthening of papillae which are bumps on the surface of the tongue.
It is also a side effect while taking the antibi... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Brush & Floss: Bad breath has a variety of causes, including:
bacterial infections & tooth decay,
medications and medical conditions,
postnasal drip, poor hygie... Read More
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A 52-year-old male asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
No: Sudden death usually will happen with infants.
Sleep apnea can be treated with increased o2
by using a CPAP or an oral appliance.
You will be fine.
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Periodontics 51 years experience
No: Atripla is the most common prescription medicine used to treat hiv-1 infection in adults. If this is what you are on increased saliva and mucus is no... Read More
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
White tea: All teas come form camellia sinensis. The way they are process could decrease the amount of antioxidants.
White teas do not undergo oxidation, thereb... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
No "magic number": There is no "magic number." not only do different age groups need different amounts of sleep, but sleep needs are also individual. The average person ... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
3 - 5 days: Nicotine test detects the presence of cotinine - a metabolite of nicotine which can be found in urine 3-5 days after use of nicotine.
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
It will relax you.: Chamomile tea is best known for getting you relaxed enough to get some sleep.By having a hot and soothing herbal tea a half hour or so before bed does... Read More
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A 26-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
No: Oral appliances are also a front-line treatment for snoring and mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea. This small plastic device fits in the mouth ... Read More
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A 38-year-old male asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Oral Appliance: Consult with a dentist who deals with sleep apnea before any surgery, try and oral sleep appliance. They usually will help to keep your airway open at... Read More
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A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Richard Leadermananswered
Periodontics 51 years experience
Fluoride: Try not to drink soda, or eat alot of candy or cakes.
Use a Fluoride toothpaste and make sure your dentist for check-ups.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
Dr. Richard Leadermananswered
Periodontics 51 years experience
Use Canker Cover: Painful mouth sores are usually canker sores (aphthous ulcer) which are found on the inside of your cheek, under your tongue, the tip of your tongue, ... Read More
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A 42-year-old female asked:
Dr. Richard Leadermananswered
Periodontics 51 years experience
No: First look to see where the bleeding is coming from. If it is coming from the gum tissue then the bleeding could be from irritated gingival tissue due... Read More
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A 29-year-old male asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Dry lips: If you do not know how you got a big cut then the lip is most likely cracked.
There are many causes of cracked or dry lips such as smoking, vitamin d... Read More
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A 36-year-old male asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Periodontal disease: Doxycycline is a good broad spectrum antibiotic. Periodontal disease is cause by a gram negative bacteria. Penicillin type of antibiotics only treat... Read More
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A female asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Bruxism: It's very common to clench and grind your teeth at night. This could cause head aches.
You should see your dentist and have a bite guard made.
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A 27-year-old member asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Yes root caries.: In children and young adults cavities go through the enamel and into the dentin. As adults the roots can become exposed and when decay occurs it can d... Read More
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A 78-year-old male asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
Yes it could be: Your next step would be to undergo a sleep study. This will determine if it is sleep apnea.
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Periodontics 51 years experience
No: Tea will yellow your teeth faster, but both stains will polish off when you have a dental cleaning.
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry
Graduated 1971MD
Medical/Graduate school
University of Detroit School of Dentistry
Graduated 1972MD
Affiliations
Harvard Dental School
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