Question 1

my upper left back tooth(14, 15,or 16)is loose due to lack of bone&gum.my dentist told me to remove it.can laser gum/bone regenerative sugery save it?

Accepted Answer

Bone loss: There are techniques to restore bone and improve the health of the gums and bone that support a tooth. At some point it's often better to extract the tooth and replace it with dental implants or another type of restoration. Although your own dentist feels it's best to extract those teeth, you can get a second opinion from a Periodontist to confirm that.

Question 2

what is guided tissue regeneration (gums)?

Accepted Answer

Surgical aid: Gtr is a procedure used to stimulate bone and gum tissue growth when done in combination with flap surgery. A small piece of mesh-like fabric is inserted between the bone and gum tissue. This keeps the gum tissue from growing into the area where the bone should be, allowing the bone and connective tissue to regrow and restore lost bone.

Question 3

what kind of dentist do i see for gum regeneration/gum recession?

Accepted Answer

Periodontist: but you should have a good general dentist also who can help you look after your overall oral health

Question 4

can you tell me how to get a laser gum regeneration at the dentist does it hurt?

Accepted Answer

See a specialist: before you decide if you need a regenerative procedure you need to get a proper examination from a specialist (Periodontist) or a dentist who is trained in this procedure, I would suggest you google " LANAP" which stands for Laser Assisted New attachment procedure that can performed with a special Laser (Nd-yag) and an approved provider.

Question 5

my dentist has informed me that the radiation killed most of the cells around the gum. do cells regenerate after time?

Accepted Answer

May or may not: This depends upon many factors such as total dose, type of cell, type of radiation, age of individual
stage of cell division, part of body exposed, general state of health, tissue volume exposed, time interval over which dose is received. The doctors actually treating you would be better able to give you an accurate appraisal.

Question 6

if you lightly scratch your gums & they bleed for a few seconds, do blood vessels/gum cells regenerate completely - or is there long term cell damage?

Accepted Answer

High Regeneration: Gum cells have high regenerative ability.

Question 7

foods that heal gums?

Accepted Answer

None!: The best thing to keep your gums healthy is good oral home care and seeing your dentist regularly for a regular exams and periodontal maintenance therapy. More than 600 different species of microorganism inhabit the human mouth. Gum disease is caused by the bacteria in your mouth organized in dental plaque. Except for water anything in your mouth can be used by dental plaque to thrive.

Question 8

how to get gum sores?

Accepted Answer

Virus infection: We think these sores may be caused by a virus. Ask your dr for a rx like "aphatsol" or a steroid paste to shorten your discomfort.

Question 9

why does my gum bleed ?

Accepted Answer

Gingivitis: Then most common reason is gingivitis. Poor gum health. Brush, floss, use mouthwash regularly.

Question 10

sour food hurts my gums?

Accepted Answer

It: May be due to a condition called ulcerative gingivitis where your gums have little ulcers or sores that are open and when you get sour foods or acidic foods next to these  areas it will sting quite a bit.

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My upper left back tooth(14, 15,or 16)is loose due to lack of bone&gum.my dentist told me to remove it.can laser gum/bone regenerative sugery save it?

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What is guided tissue regeneration (gums)?

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What kind of dentist do i see for gum regeneration/gum recession?

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Can you tell me how to get a laser gum regeneration at the dentist does it hurt?

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My dentist has informed me that the radiation killed most of the cells around the gum. do cells regenerate after time?

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If you lightly scratch your gums & they bleed for a few seconds, do blood vessels/gum cells regenerate completely - or is there long term cell damage?

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Foods that heal gums?

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Why does my gum bleed ?

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Sour food hurts my gums?

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