Dr. Peiman Soleymani

Specializes in Periodontics

I : I would recommend to see a professional as soon as possible. The sooner you treat a problem it can prevent the need for a more complicated treatment. ... Read More

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What to do about chronic sinus infections after root canal/crown. dentist is dismissive of the problem. 2 years ago i cracked a tooth because of a deep cavity i was unaware of (that parts my responsibility) the tooth was also infected. i had a root canal

Specializes in Periodontics

I : I would get an endodontist and a periodontist consultation to see what the diagnosis and prognosis for those several teeth are. If the specialists d... Read More

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Rapid gum disease? i feel like week-by-week i can notice my gums receding. i brush every day, and have a dentist appointment in two weeks, but would like to know what else i can do at home to help prevent gum disease.

Specializes in Periodontics

Gum : Gum recession happens in people who have good oral hygiene mainly because of abrasive brushing. Some of the reasons may be because you have genetical... Read More

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What is the best thing i can do if i think i have gum disease? i am a 25 year old woman who has had a recent onset of gum disease symptoms. for the past 2 weeks my gums have been bleeding every time i brush, horrible taste in my mouth, and after closer in

Specializes in Periodontics

It : It is best to see a dentist to evaluate and diagnose the severity of your gum problem. Within the initial stages which is gingivitis what you can do ... Read More

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How long will it take my gums to heal after crown lengthening? i want to have a crown lengthening procedure done to fix my smile and would like to know how long before my gums heal fully.

Specializes in Periodontics

With : With esthetic crown lengthening, it takes a week to 10 days for the area to feel normal however, it takes 6 to 7 weeks for the attachment soft tissue... Read More

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Does this sound like early signs of gum cancer? have just noticed a small lump on my gum . it dosent hurt and it almost feels like a swollen gland you would have on your neck. i have started useing chewing tobacco which i am stoping now and i know this in

Specializes in Periodontics

In : In general, we look for three things when it comes to lesions: size, color, and shape. If the lesion grows fast in a short period of time generally ... Read More

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How to reduce gum disease? when my dentist measured my gum depth at my appointment two weeks ago, just about all of them were either 4 or 5, and she says i need to get those down before my next appointment. i brush every day, so i don't know what else i

Specializes in Periodontics

At : At this point proper flossing which i name as c-shape flossing is most effective. Use a waxed floss and perform this technique twice each day. This me... Read More

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How long to recover from gingivitis? at my dentist appointment the other day, when my dentist measured my gum depth, there were several that came in at five. can i do anything at home between now and six months from now when i go to the dentist next to fi

Specializes in Periodontics

Gingivitis : Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gum and it is reversible with proper flossing and brushing within a week. However a pocket of 5 mm depicts possi... Read More

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Does smoking cause the gums to recede or is it chewing tobacco? i was gueing that chewing cause the gums to deteriorate but some say its smoking. can i have some opinions?

Specializes in Periodontics

There : There is a direct link with gum disease and nicotine use whether one smokes or chews the tobacco. However, chewing tobacco also adds an extra mechan... Read More

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Is a cavity in a baby tooth worth filling? my daughter is 8 and losing most of her baby teeth. she has a cavity in one that will probably fall out soon. do i need to get this filled? i don't want to cause her any more pain than i have to.

Specializes in Periodontics

It : It is best to see a pedodontist or a dentist. I would find out when the permanent tooth underneath it is coming out. You want to refrain from removi... Read More

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