Question 1

can i use superglue to glue in my dentures to my gums? nothing seems to be working.

Accepted Answer

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 adhesives, they don't fit well and you need either to reline them or get new ones.

Question 2

tooth pulled recently, but wasn't able to get a root tip out. she told me it'd get absorbed or come out. it was working itself out of my gum. tonight i was feeling it with my finger and it slid out! i lost it. it's sharp and slender. will i be okay?

Accepted Answer

: No problem, no worries. Small non-digestible items (e.g. pebbles, bone pieces, teeth, etc) pass through the intestines without harm.

Question 3

how long for metronidazole to start working with gum infection?

Accepted Answer

Immediately: Take exactly as directed by your dentist or periodontist.  Know that rx will require more than just pills.

Question 4

good day
what causes recurring mouths sores and swollen gums. have tried using andolex but doesnt seem to be working.

kindly advise?

Accepted Answer

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 containing sodium lauryl sulfate, acidic foods, diet lacking in vit B12, zinc, folate or iron, stress, hormone fluctuations. CS can also occur due to specific conditions: Celiac disease, inflammatory bowel diseases, autoimmune disorders or HIV.

Question 5

if the numbing gel isnt working on the bone fragment that is coming threw the gums, what else can i do to help until i can get into the dentist on mon?

Accepted Answer

Pain.: Have you tried a  non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication. They can help with pain. Auricular (ear) acupuncture is also super for dental pain.

Question 6

tragacanth gum in food items, will prevent my bc pill from working?i am from india & my mother used this gum to make sweets (10 gram for half kg sweet

Accepted Answer

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 issues with absorption.

Question 7

i'm currently working on taking metronidazole for a gum infection i've one more day of course left and infection is still in gums i've tried salt wate?

Accepted Answer

Another culture: The patogen may be not sensitive to the antibiotic , may need another culture from infection site.

Question 8

my gums hurt and my breath stinks after brushing. i've tried many mouthwashes but none is working. my tongue is slightly coated and i have mucus. ?

Accepted Answer

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 sticky, colorless toxic “plaque” causing the gums to become inflamed and to easily bleed. This is a serious problem, which should be checked by a dentist. The good news is that this condition is curable. Call your dentist today!

Question 9

i  was doing the aloe vera leaf and it was working very good as a laxative, but i went on this chewing gum binge. now i am constipated. is it sugar?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: You may wish to try a fiber laxative like metamucil.

Question 10

im on eliquis for clotting disorder. high risk. previous pe. why do i never bleed from gums nor after giving blood. it seems eliquis isnt working ? inr is 0.9 and pt ptt normal. ?

Accepted Answer

: Gum bleeding or bleeding from phlebotomy is not observed with recommended dose of eliquis when used for thrombophylaxis. INR, PT, PTT are not affected by eliquis. Your eliquis should work and in contrast you should pay concern when you have abnormal bleeding such as gum bleeding or prolonged bleeding after a small cut or phlebotomy.

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Can i use superglue to glue in my dentures to my gums? nothing seems to be working.

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Tooth pulled recently, but wasn't able to get a root tip out. she told me it'd get absorbed or come out. it was working itself out of my gum. tonight i was feeling it with my finger and it slid out! i lost it. it's sharp and slender. will i be okay?

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How long for metronidazole to start working with gum infection?

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Good day what causes recurring mouths sores and swollen gums. have tried using andolex but doesnt seem to be working. kindly advise?

A member asked:

If the numbing gel isnt working on the bone fragment that is coming threw the gums, what else can i do to help until i can get into the dentist on mon?

A member asked:

Tragacanth gum in food items, will prevent my bc pill from working?i am from india & my mother used this gum to make sweets (10 gram for half kg sweet

A member asked:

I'm currently working on taking metronidazole for a gum infection i've one more day of course left and infection is still in gums i've tried salt wate?

A member asked:

My gums hurt and my breath stinks after brushing. i've tried many mouthwashes but none is working. my tongue is slightly coated and i have mucus. ?

A member asked:

I was doing the aloe vera leaf and it was working very good as a laxative, but i went on this chewing gum binge. now i am constipated. is it sugar?

A member asked:

Im on eliquis for clotting disorder. high risk. previous pe. why do i never bleed from gums nor after giving blood. it seems eliquis isnt working ? inr is 0.9 and pt ptt normal. ?

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