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Why do my gums feel weird after working out
A 36-year-old member asked:

Dr. Jeffrey Goldsteinanswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 35 years experience
No.: Superglue is an acid and will cause inflammation in the gums if you use it. If your dentures don't stay in place by themselves or with denture adhesiv... Read More
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Dr. John Thaleranswered
Prosthodontics 43 years experience
NO WAY: Don't even think about it. It won't work well anyway. Sounds like you need to see the specialist in this type of treatment -- the prosthodontist. They... Read More
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5.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Robert Tupacanswered
Specializes in Prosthodontics
Please don't!: There are adhesives available that are specifically designed for denture retention. Dental impants also provide retention and support for dentures.
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A 44-year-old member asked:

Dr. Arnold Malermananswered
Orthodontics 55 years experience
Immediately: Take exactly as directed by your dentist or periodontist. Know that rx will require more than just pills.
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Dr. Paul Grinanswered
Pain Management 38 years experience
24-48 hours: It usually takes on the order of 24-48 hours for metronidazole to start to create their affect.
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1.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 33-year-old male asked:

Dr. Yvette Kratzberganswered
Pediatrics 26 years experience
Apthous ulcers: Canker sores (aka apthous ulcers) can be caused by a variety of triggers: minor injury from dental work, vigorous brushing or sharp food, products con... Read More
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56 viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Arnold Malermananswered
Orthodontics 55 years experience
Lots of things: There are too many possible causes to list here, many b benign and just annoying, some quite serious. Your recurring "ulce3rs" and your gum swelling m... Read More
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55 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 22-year-old female asked:

Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 27 years experience
Pain.: Have you tried a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication. They can help with pain. Auricular (ear) acupuncture is also super for dental pain.
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4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 21-year-old female asked:

Dr. Amandeep Kauranswered
Family Medicine 12 years experience
Possible: Tragacanth is quite thick and can decrease absorption of medications. But if it is taken 1-2 hours after taking medication, it is less likely to cause... Read More
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893 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A female asked:

Dr. Vahe Yetimyananswered
General Practice 53 years experience
Another culture: The patogen may be not sensitive to the antibiotic , may need another culture from infection site.
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279 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 21-year-old female asked:

Dr. Paul Grinanswered
Pain Management 38 years experience
Gingivitis: The inflamed gums can be a sign that you are at risk for, or already have, gum disease. The bacteria, along with mucus and other particles, forms a st... Read More
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3.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 54-year-old female asked:

Dr. Gurmukh Singhanswered
Pathology 51 years experience
Not likely: You may wish to try a fiber laxative like metamucil.
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5.5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 43-year-old female asked:

Dr. Theodore Davantzisanswered
Dentistry 42 years experience
Your tooth infection needs to be actually physically treated by a dentist, not by antibiotics. Your sinus infections may be related to the problematic... Read More
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Reviewed Oct 27, 2021
A 62-year-old male asked:

Dr. Theodore Davantzisanswered
Dentistry 42 years experience
Might as well use before brushing to dislodge any debris that can then be brushed away. Use it close to the gingiva and on about #7 in the setting. Fl... Read More
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Reviewed Jan 10, 2023
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