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I am youngish with periodontitis. a dentist's and periodontist's suggestions on how to brush differed. should i listen more to the periodontist?
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Who to trust: I would ask both the General Dentist and the Periodontist why they prefer their technique for you. They may be both equally effective although different. Generally speaking I would opt for the Periodontist's recommendations. Listen to whom you trust most.
Answered 4/10/2016
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