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I have had premature periodontitis despite great home dental care. am i doing something wrong if it takes me 4 minutes to brush my teeth?

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Gum disease: Brushing alone won't do it. you also have to clean between teeth daily. Gum/bone loss can be due to infection/inflammation and/or systemic disease. If you have been following your Dentist's advice to the letter, and still are having issues, it's time to see a Periodontist, a gum/bone specialist.

Answered 1/24/2016

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