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I've got periodontitis with some bone loss and receding gums. will a sonicare toothbrush worsen it? can it make teeth with some looseness looser?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

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 evaluated and treated by a periodontist IMMEDIATELY. Bone loss and recession at your age is a recipe for disaster. By the time you are 50, you could potentially be toothless. Seek treatment and take care...

Answered 9/16/2021

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Recommended: The latest study demonstrates that long-term use of Sonicare toothbrush improves periodontal health in adult periodontitis. Dentists recommend the Sonicare toothbrush to keep your teeth and gums plaque-free.

Answered 3/1/2015

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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 to see a dentist or periodontist for treatment.

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Sonicare t'brush is a wonderful adjunct to a comprehensive oral care program, and will not do harm. But your gum disease may be caused by bfailurentofloss. You have an inflammatory infection. See a gum specialist, a Periodontist. Brushing alone will not stop the process ofnyour disease.

Answered 9/16/2021

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