Dentist examined mouth said fbc wasnt needed for my recurrent bleeding gums due to tartar. do i still get it anyway since my gp didn't know the cause?

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Went to see dentis - random recurrent bleeding gums due to tartar. Had xray of teeth -fine and need hygienist. Do I still need FBC from GP?

Answer 1

Perio- consult ?: a consultation with a specialist ( periodontist) needed to determine the cause of the bleeding gums ,considering medical condition and meds taken.

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Full Blood Count: Many people have a FBC performed when they have a routine health examination. f a person is healthy and has results that are within normal limits, then he or she may not require another CBC until their doctor feels that it is necessary. For gum disease the FBC is not needed.

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Dentist examined mouth said fbc wasnt needed for my recurrent bleeding gums due to tartar. do i still get it anyway since my gp didn't know the cause?

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