Question 1

what type of protein can i start eating day 6 after lower wisdom teeth removal?

Accepted Answer

: If you are healing good and no pain or open wound or bleeding, than you can almost eat anything. What ever type of protein or any food you eat, make sure you rinse your mouth immediately after so food particles don't get into opening no matter how small it is. Always follow the post operative instructions given you.

Question 2

how true that eggs affects baby teeth and could cause decay since its high in protein?

Accepted Answer

Protein: Protein doesn't cause tooth decay.  Decay is caused by bacteria taking sugars out of foods and converting sugars into acids, which etch the calcium out of tooth enamel.  If you child has teeth present, and especially if baby has celebrated 1st b'day, it's time for Dental Examination.  Search out a pediatric Dental Specialist who can help you with diet, oral hygiene, development, fluoride, etc.

Question 3

can you say if it could lack of protein create bone loss in your teeth?

Accepted Answer

Decalcification: Or loss of calcium in your teeth is what i think you are referring to. This is much more commonly associated with acidity in the mouth most commonly caused by bacterial metabolism of sugar or oral exposure to stomach acid. If extreme protein deficiency causes a change in oral acidity, it is possible but there are many more likely causes.

Question 4

would it b ok if i just drink protein shakes that body builders drink. my teeth r bad and its hard for me to eat. im losing weight. i weigh maybe 100?

Accepted Answer

Need a consult: Protein shakes are fine, but only in certain circumstances.  Some don't provide all the necessary nutrients needed to aid in immune support and health.  Some are full of a lot of "bad" fat and sugar.  I would see a doctor, if possible, and get a consultation.  Also, i would see a dentist- you may have some tooth or gum infections that will inhibit proper nutrient absorption.

Question 5

i got all my teeth pulled 7 days ago. i'm taking amoxicillin when will i be able to donate plasma again. i feel good drinking protein shakes and alot of water?

Accepted Answer

: Any center would want antibiotics out of your system before you donate. Two days after the last dose amoxicillin should be out. The plasma center may have other restrictions so I would call before you go.

Question 6

my baby is teething and 5 teeth are coming out all at the same time. is this normal? how often should we brush his teeth and what are safe toothpastes that we can use for him? he is 16 months old with allergies to milk protein and eggs. thank you?

Accepted Answer

: Tooth eruption patterns vary widely &amp; this should not be considered worrisome. Some favor fluoride free paste in early childhood but I like a soft bristle brush loaded with a kernel of rice sized amount of regular fluoridated paste for 2x/d use.

Question 7

dental experts! what is the best working protein supplement for bulking?

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Seriously? Dental?: Bulking for what? Tongue size? Talk to your pcp for referral to a competent sports medicine specialist before adding "supplements" of any kind to your exercise program. Especially at almost 40, you must be cautious of the strain on your no-longer-18 joints and ligaments.

Question 8

why do i have a chronically elevated c reactive protein?  i am afebrile, asymptomatic, eat a healthy anti inflammatory diet, have no dental disease.

Accepted Answer

Ignore it: I'm a pathologist and focused on the lab. Often, I wish we didn't even check CRP's. It's worthless except as an adjunct to the big picture. There's talk of it being a weak coronary risk factor -- but what are you going to do about it? Just live healthy. Plenty of people are in your situation -- we've just created one more thing to worry unnecessarily about. Manage your health &amp; put it out of mind.

Question 9

my doctor check my protein three times came back all good ,i still have bubbles urine and when wake up in mourning i have dry mouth?

Accepted Answer

Bubbles in urine: Foamy urine can depend upon protein excess, but seems like this is not case for you. It can also be due to urinating with a force, high speed secondary to a very full bladder, which is usually case in morning.

Question 10

after dental work a white and dark patch appeared on my gums. a doctor diagnosed gingivitis. no pain. cr protein is 8 ( normal 0 to 5) should i worry?

Accepted Answer

CR Protein: C Reactive a Protein levels rise in response to inflammation.  Gingivitis is an inflammatory process in response to infection.  "White &amp; Dark" patches are not typical signs of Gingivitis.  Please call a Periodontist, a gum/bone specialist, for evaluation.  White lesions required immediate attention.

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What type of protein can i start eating day 6 after lower wisdom teeth removal?

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How true that eggs affects baby teeth and could cause decay since its high in protein?

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Can you say if it could lack of protein create bone loss in your teeth?

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Would it b ok if i just drink protein shakes that body builders drink. my teeth r bad and its hard for me to eat. im losing weight. i weigh maybe 100?

A member asked:

I got all my teeth pulled 7 days ago. i'm taking amoxicillin when will i be able to donate plasma again. i feel good drinking protein shakes and alot of water?

A member asked:

My baby is teething and 5 teeth are coming out all at the same time. is this normal? how often should we brush his teeth and what are safe toothpastes that we can use for him? he is 16 months old with allergies to milk protein and eggs. thank you?

A member asked:

Dental experts! what is the best working protein supplement for bulking?

A member asked:

Why do i have a chronically elevated c reactive protein? i am afebrile, asymptomatic, eat a healthy anti inflammatory diet, have no dental disease.

A member asked:

My doctor check my protein three times came back all good ,i still have bubbles urine and when wake up in mourning i have dry mouth?

A member asked:

After dental work a white and dark patch appeared on my gums. a doctor diagnosed gingivitis. no pain. cr protein is 8 ( normal 0 to 5) should i worry?

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