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Gum Disease maybe :\ ?

June 25, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Question by Katie: Gum Disease maybe :\ ?
Okay, im not kidding for the past 2 months ive been suffering from really bad ulcers and there not normal sometimes they get bigger and don’t shift for about 2 weeks, we thought it was something im using very often like drinking out of my water bottle so i threw it away and there still the same, im allergic to straws the plastic irritates my mouth and i get ulcers, lately when i brush my teeth my mouth bleeds and the ulcers become saw, its not fair cause i cant brush my teeth properly so they look horrible colour :\ maybe its the way i brush my teeth? :\
Can someone help me and tell me how i can get my teeth nice and my gums not sore and does ti sound like gum disease and if so what should i do? Thanks

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Answer by Alex Mccarthy
u should just ask your dentist im sure he will straighten everything out for u.

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Gum Disease… Can it be cut out????? help!!?

April 30, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Question by sara629686: Gum Disease… Can it be cut out????? help!!?
I am 38 yrs old an ex smoker, i am in the uk my dentist said my gum disease is something he would expect to see on me in 20YEARS time like this!!
So i asked him about having it cut out, (as they do in the USA) he said this method is not very effective? I wonder if that’s because its an english dentist nhs? As im wondering if it would be worth getting it cut out if that is successful practise? Any advice please on gum disease, as i am worried due to my age.
I was also told that this can be a start or warning signs for stuff internally ie cancer etc and to see my gp?

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Answer by marchen
UPDATE: On flossing: Different dentists may give different flossing advice. Mine recommends using Crest Glide (which changed my mind about flossing!), and sliding the floss strongly down one side. scraping down against the gum, and then sliding the floss strongly up the side of the other tooth. He also recommends flossing BEFORE brushing.

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It seems this may be mainly due to aesthetic reasons, based on my – I must note, amateur and very minimal research. You may want to call a few periodontists (gum/gum disease specialists) and get their opinions, as, if you do have gum disease in the future you may be seeing one anyway.

If that’s all your dentist has to say, you may want to change your dentist! Because in 20 years means not now, which means it’s not to late to start taking preventative measures and protecting your gums now! I’ve linked to some sites which have preventative measures listed (the first one is only about gum disease). The third link is especially succinct and a well organized and clearly summarized little article on all aspects of gum disease including risk, treatment, and prevention measures (page 4). Prevention tips include:

Brush twice a day for at least 3 minutes each time (about the length of your favorite song) and floss daily. If you’re not sure whether you’re brushing or flossing properly, your dentist or dental hygienist can show you the best techniques.

Always brush with a toothpaste that contains fluoride; some dentists also recommend daily mouth rinses containing fluoride.

Use a toothbrush with soft, polished bristles, as these are less likely to irritate or injure gum tissue. Be sure to replace your toothbrush at least every 3 to 4 months — a worn-out toothbrush can injure your gums. (Some toothbrush brands contain color indicators on the bristles to remind you to replace them when they become worn.)

Eat a healthy diet. Avoid snacks and junk foods packed with sugar that plaque-causing bacteria love to feed on.

Don’t smoke! Cigarettes and chewing tobacco cause mouth irritation and are very unhealthy for gums and teeth.

Regular dental care is extremely important in helping to keep your mouth healthy. Visit your dentist for routine care — especially cleaning — at least twice a year. Your dentist can remove hardened plaque and any tartar that you’re not getting to with brushing or flossing.

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Lung disease victims delaying treatment

April 10, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Lung disease victims delaying treatment
Senior doctors across the North-West are concerned that people who have symptoms of lung disease are not accessing treatment quickly enough. Figures show that 23 per cent of people who have symptoms of lung disease put off seeing their GP for 10 years.
Read more on Oldham Chronicle

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Gum disease – how to get rid?

April 4, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Question by Anna: Gum disease – how to get rid?
Has anyone one had reocurring gum disease ?. I have been to the dentist quite a few times with the bleeding gums, and they say im not brushing my teeth enough. I brush them twice a day – from the gum up not side to side as the dentist told me. I also rinse with oraldene – good for the gums, but mine are just getting worse. I have jad tablets before to get rid of it, but it keeps coming back. Im starting to get scared of the dentists now as they don’t realise that their little bits of poking here and there do hurt ! Im on medication for epilepsy – could this be causing the problem ?
Answers from dentists would be fantastic, but no stupid arse answers please.

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Answer by Louisa
I have a similar problem. My dentist just seems to wave the problem away, he also said that I didn’t clean my teeth properly although I use a very good electic toothbrush and mouthwash. Its got to the point that I am now in the process of changing dentist, I have no trust in him! I’m sure I read somewhere that the contraceptive pill can cause gum problems – I don’t know if there is any truth in this. Good luck with yours – I hope that you get your problem sorted.

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has my toddler got cold sores or foot and mouth disease?

March 21, 2011 by 2 Comments

Question by katewashy: has my toddler got cold sores or foot and mouth disease?
my 17mth daughter has had a severe outbreak of mouth ulcers in her mouth, on her tongue, inside her gums, on her lips and on her face. they are now appearing on her fingers presumably from touching her face. she doesnt swallow, so is dribbling badly, hasnt been eating or drinking. the doctor said its cold sores but the medication hasnt been giving her any relief. the pictures of them both from internet searches are so similar i cant work out what it is. any suggestions? has anyone had the same issue with their children? it is heartbreaking to see her in so much distress. thanks in advance. x
great answers thanks everyone.. she has been given aciclovir liquid and difflam spray plus nurofen and panadol.
im back to the doctor now for a 3rd opinion due to the spots appearing on her hands..x

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Answer by Tweek
Could be smallpox

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what is this disease or fungis?

March 21, 2011 by 2 Comments

Question by Joey P: what is this disease or fungis?
it startted with a sore throat then my urn starterd burning then i got like gooky mouth now my family is geting the gooky mouth i have been shareing drink and food with them my gums are turning red i still have the gooky soliva and its been mouths later help
my mom is acting like iv been passing around aids or something
iv been shareing food and drinks my brother have been drinking after me they are geting the gooky mouth my moms acting wierd i think she thinks it hiv and ive been super parinoid and need anoust asners no sarcasm please

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Answer by David W
Stop talking Welsh will you?

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what disease could it be need help!!!?

March 20, 2011 by 4 Comments

Question by Joey P: what disease could it be need help!!!?
first it started with like a cotton gooky soliva about a week later i got mouth sores gums turned red and my urine was burning i had pains in my lower stomach then i shared a drink with my famaly and they stared geting the gooky cotton mouth wat is this help

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Answer by samantha.loree
You could go to http://webmd.com and use the symptom checker!

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Early Peridontal disease curable?

March 20, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Question by ^_^”: Early Peridontal disease curable?
Theres a hole/gap space between two teeth on my lower front middle teeth where my gums used to support the teeth.

Tooths bit wobbly but my gums are pink and my gums only bleed if i floss hard.

Is this curable?

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Answer by grandpa walleye
Most likely if there is not too much bone loss. But you will need to see the dentist for evaluation and treatment and the sooner the better the chances. Good luck.

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Coliac disease help ? :)?

March 19, 2011 by 2 Comments

Question by Chewed Gum: Coliac disease help ? :) ?
Can I have gum?
Is there any gluten free eater eggs?

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Answer by Caly
As for gum, my guess is that they would be okay since most of the ingredients are synthetic, not natural. But as always, read the ingredients to be sure. As for Easter eggs, of course, eggs do not contain gluten. If you mean Easter egg candy, then yes again. There are some that are entirely milk chocolate. However, make sure to avoid candies that contain malt, and some caramels.

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My mother has graves disease which has affected the eyes but has been turned down the operation?

March 16, 2011 by 2 Comments

Question by davey: My mother has graves disease which has affected the eyes but has been turned down the operation?
Graves disease affects the thyroid and in result has made the eyes bigger. We can clearly see they need surgery to correct them but the doctors have said its cosmetic and will not do the operation. Is there any type of procedure to appeal for this? Also any web site available, informing what wright’s we have.

Thank you for your time.
Oh we live in the UK aswell.

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Answer by sanddancer
Complaints about NHS Treatment and Services
Anyone who is receiving, or has received NHS treatment or services can complain. If you are unable to complain yourself then someone else, usually a relative or close friend can complain for you.

Time limits for making complaints
It is important that you make your complaint as soon as possible after the event you wish to complain about has occurred. Usually the NHS will only investigate complaints that are made within six months of the event, or within six months of you realising that you have something to complain about, as long as this is not more than twelve months after the event itself. These time limits can be put aside if there is good reason to do so

How to make your complaint
You should tell someone close to the cause of your complaint such as a doctor, nurse, receptionist, or practice manager about the nature of your complaint. It may well be possible to sort out the problem informally. This is called Local Resolution. If you would prefer to talk to someone who is not involved in your care, you can telephone or write to the appropriate complaints manager. All NHS Trusts have complaints managers. If your complaint is about a GP, family dentist, pharmacist or optician you should contact the complaints manager at your local health authority. The telephone number is in the phone book.

You should receive a full written reply to any written complaint against a trust or health authority. The NHS tries to do this within four weeks and should inform you of progress if this is not possible.

Local family health service practitioners (GPs, dentists, pharmacists and opticians) have their own complaints procedure. Staff will give you details. You may wish to use this procedure before contacting the local health authority.

If you wish to avoid an adversarial situation, you can request your complaint to be dealt with by way of ‘conciliation’. This procedure brings you together with the subject of your complaint along with a neutral conciliator who will try to come up with a solution that satisfies you both. The subject of the complaint must also agree to conciliation before it can take place. Conciliation is usually used with complaints about ‘primary care’ services (eg GPs), but an NHS Trust may also provide this option.

If you are not satisfied with the outcome of Local Resolution then you can ask the trust to consider taking your complaint to Independent Review. You should do this within four weeks of the result of the Local Resolution.

You will be asked to explain in writing why you are dissatisfied with the result of the Local Resolution. A specially trained member of the trust or health authority will then decide whether there should be an Independent Review of your complaint by a special panel. You will be informed of the decision in writing. If he decides to set up a panel, you will be told what will be investigated.

The panel has three members and will reexamine the facts, conduct interviews and take any specialist advice needed. It will then prepare a report together with its conclusions and recommendations. You will be given a copy of this and will also be informed of any action being taken.

If you are still unhappy with the result you can ask the Health Service Ombudsman to investigate your case. The Health Service Ombudsman will not usually look at matters that have not been through the NHS complaints procedure.

The HSO for England can be contacted at:

The Parliamentary and Health Services Ombudsman
11th Floor, Millbank Tower
Millbank
London SW1P 4QP
Tel: 0845 015 4033

The Health Service Ombudsman for Wales can be contacted at:

The Health Service Ombudsman
Fifth Floor, Capital Tower
Greyfriars Road
Cardiff CF10 3AG
Tel: 01222 394621
Hope this helps

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