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Sonicare gum recession
A 61-year-old male asked:
Dr. Andrew Killgoreanswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 18 years experience
Corporate hype: This situation is likely a comment made from a sales rep visiting a dental office. The game here is...Sales rep from company "A" buys the hygenist's l... Read More
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2.4k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Paul Grinanswered
Pain Management 38 years experience
Sonicare Toothbrush: The latest study demonstrates that long-term use of Sonicare toothbrush improves periodontal health in adult periodontitis and it's very addictiv... Read More
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2.4k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 43-year-old female asked:
Dr. Gary Sandleranswered
Dentistry 56 years experience
Gum recession: See a local dentist, preferably a Periodontist to evaluate the cause of the gum recession, discuss treatment alternatives and suggest the best home ca... Read More
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1.4k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Arnold Malermananswered
Orthodontics 55 years experience
What you should do: What you should do is see a gum/bone Specislist, a Periodontist, to determine the cause of the recession (and underlying bone loss), whether recession... Read More
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1.4k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 29-year-old female asked:
Dr. Theodore Davantzisanswered
Dentistry 42 years experience
No and No: ... to your questions. But a sonicare toothbrush is not therapy for periodontitis. If you are truly 29 and have periodontitis, you need to be evaluate... Read More
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3.2k viewsReviewed Sep 16, 2021
Dr. Paul Grinanswered
Pain Management 38 years experience
Recommended: The latest study demonstrates that long-term use of Sonicare toothbrush improves periodontal health in adult periodontitis. Dentists recommend the Son... Read More
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3.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A Verified Doctoranswered
Dentistry 38 years experience
Periodontitis: A Sonicare toothbrush can help you keep your teeth clean and be an aid in your home are routine but it will not cure periodontal disease. You need t... Read More
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3.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 30-year-old female asked:
Dr. Robert Douglasanswered
Orthodontics 53 years experience
Maybe : If your gums are sensitive, start with a new soft bristled manual brush and gently brush after every meal. Floss or use an oral irrigator as well. In ... Read More
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844 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 54-year-old female asked:
Dr. Arnold Malermananswered
Orthodontics 55 years experience
Preference: We are proscribed from advocating any particular brand. Thrilled you've decided to get an electric toothbrush. That's one part of your Oral Health P... Read More
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1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 40-year-old male asked:
Dr. Arnold Malermananswered
Orthodontics 55 years experience
Bruise: All sorts of lesions can appear in the mouth, from a temporary burn from extremely hot food, to gum damage form an abscess (infection), to oral cancer... Read More
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2.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 66-year-old female asked:
Dr. Robert Trageranswered
Dentistry 56 years experience
Brush gums: As you get older your gums recede as a natural process but you are doing everything to promote good oral hygiene . Try brushing your gums first to sti... Read More
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5.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. Theodore Davantzisanswered
Dentistry 42 years experience
Not likely: But used incorrectly, it can push debris into
the sulcus around your tooth instead of dislodging it. The food and bacteria can irritate the gum, whic... Read More
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5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 47-year-old member asked:
Dr. Gary Sandleranswered
Dentistry 56 years experience
Gum recession from?: Not if properly made and you keep your mouth clean. If you have gum recession, consult with a periodontist for an evaluation as to cause. Also run thi... Read More
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4.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 39-year-old member asked:
Dr. Charles Lockhartanswered
Dentistry 11 years experience
Pressure adjustment: Only if turned up too high. Talk to your dentist or hygienist for appropriate setting.
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4.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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