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[basil-m]

hi justin,

 

bleeding gums after brushing is always a sign of an existing infection, whether its chronic or acute gingivitis and in severe cases periodontitis which not only involves the gums but also bone loss as well. in both condition "SMOKING" is definitely a contributing factor when you say that you are a chain smoker i would assume that you smoke about a pack a day. not only is this bad for your gums but also for your heart and lungs. i highly suggest that you see a periodontist or a gum specialist in order to make the proper diagnosis. proper home care is essential but a thorough and comprehensive evaluation of your teeth and its underlying structures ie the gums and bone, is imperrative to come up with a proper diagnosis.

 

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[Justin Nicholas]

^^Thanks for the helpful advice, sir. I'll go see my dentist A.S.A.P. It's been quite some time since my last visit.

[xwhiteshadowz]

Could someone help me out here, please?

 

You see, everytime I brush my teeth, I see blood mized with my saliva,

which has been happening everyday for about 3 weeks now.

 

I regularly brush my teeth (3x per day), then I gargle with Hydrogen Peroxide equally diluted with water.

I floss once a day.

 

I'm quite afraid why is this happening.

 

Extra info: I'm a chain smoker but I don't know if this is the cause.

 

IMHO, with respect to our DMD's... bleeding gums may mean a lot of things..given that youre a chain smoker most likely your gums are already affected by the content of the smoke...maybe you should also consider taking vitamins especially ascorbic acid...vit c is needed by the body in defenses and in healthy tissues and bleeding stability...you can always ask your dentist for some advice regarding proper usage of mouth wash cause we know that not all mouthwashes are always adviced in certain oral conditions///al so have a medical evaluation for proper intake of vitamins and minerals

 

 

any comments or suggestions to my post are acknowledged

Edited March 23, 2008 by xwhiteshadowz

[basil-m]

IMHO, with respect to our DMD's... bleeding gums may mean a lot of things..given that youre a chain smoker most likely your gums are already affected by the content of the smoke...maybe you should also consider taking vitamins especially ascorbic acid...vit c is needed by the body in defenses and in healthy tissues and bleeding stability...you can always ask your dentist for some advice regarding proper usage of mouth wash cause we know that not all mouthwashes are always adviced in certain oral conditions///al so have a medical evaluation for proper intake of vitamins and minerals

 

 

any comments or suggestions to my post are acknowledged

with respect to ascorbic acid and other vitamins , i believe that its only important to use then as a preventive measure .i recognize the value of vitamin c and other vitamins in order to provide a balance both for our metabolism and also for health of our organ systems. but using ascorbic acid to remedy an ongoing infection is an exercise in futility. i do agree that the patient needs to be evaluated by his physician for other underlying medical condition, such as diabetes, that has been known to cause chronic gingivitis. with regards to mouthwash , i always tell my patient that mouthwash are just adjunct to treatment , i always tell them to look for a brand that has the least amount of alcohol by weight , i mean percent wise , anything over 15% is too much , and if you go back to chemistry any infected area in our body has an acidic environment and the only way you can neutralize it is by using a basic substance , or any neutral solution . i would reserve this information for later.

 

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[mister_mahilig]

Hi! I have a missing tooth and I can across a procedure called Dental Implant.

 

How prevalent is dental implant in the Philippines? Do the local dentist have the expertise to perform such procedure? and what is the estimated cost per tooth.

 

Thanks for replying.

[otitismedia]

Could someone help me out here, please?

 

You see, everytime I brush my teeth, I see blood mized with my saliva,

which has been happening everyday for about 3 weeks now.

 

I regularly brush my teeth (3x per day), then I gargle with Hydrogen Peroxide equally diluted with water.

I floss once a day.

 

I'm quite afraid why is this happening.

 

Extra info: I'm a chain smoker but I don't know if this is the cause.

 

try to lessen your number of stick per day ( as you have noted, i said lessen) then

change your toothbrush, get one with softer bristle or might as well use a battery operated one like oral b , try not to brush to hard,

stop using Hydrogen peroxide may affect your teeth,

try using Betadine Mouth Wash 2 x day...

if no improvement consult your favorite dentist and ent specialist ..

[renaldi]

please visit my dental site renaldi.tk

[kingpopoy]

What are laminates and how much would they cost?

laminates are all ceramic restorations, they are similar to full coverage crowns but the difference is they only cover mostly the front (anterior) aspects of your teeth.. indications may varry, some of my patients wants veneering done to have a bleeaching effect and these venners can be lighter in shade so the effect on you is "instant" bleach and its permanent for as long as they dont break. price ranges from 8k-25k per tooth.. :thumbsupsmiley:

 

Hi Docs,

 

About sa Dental Bridge, hindi po ba masira ang ngipin na ginagawang parang support sa bridge?

it depends if the condition of the abutment (support) is still ok ie. good bone support as seen on dental x-ray.. no periodontal problems (no bone loss or no tooth mobility) and good oral hygiene of the patient.. :thumbsupsmiley:

 

Hi! I have a missing tooth and I can across a procedure called Dental Implant.

 

How prevalent is dental implant in the Philippines? Do the local dentist have the expertise to perform such procedure? and what is the estimated cost per tooth.

 

Thanks for replying.

 

dental implands is one of the modern trends here on the philippines.. but be extra careful with the dentist.. make sure that the dentist is an implantologist or at least a dental surgeon to avoid failure. there are many factors that can predict the prognosis of the implant treatment, to be sure, ask the dentist if he/she took a post grad on implantology so you could have a peace of mind.. :thumbsupsmiley:

[Bitoy]

I used to go to a known Dental clinic in malls kaya lang masyadong mahal and usually mga bago din lang yung mga dentists. Can anyone suggest a good dental clinic / dentist in the Quezon City area (near QC Circle) with experienced dentists and complete facilities?

[diver_703]

san ba meron malapit sa cavite na nag specialize sa ngipin ng bata... dami kasi dapat i fix at bunot sa anak ko... estimate d2 sa US is more than $4000... i cant afford it... vacation kami sa pinas soon... help pls... she's 5 yrs old... tnx

[Pidro_Pilyo]

mga docs, masama po ba yung sobrang sipilyo as in sa umaga, tanghali at gabi? kasi dati umaga at gabi lang ako. nung napadpad ako sa ibayong dagat ginawa kong 3x a day. tapos just recently pag umiinom ako ng malamig parang nangingilo mga bagang ko. masama ba yung masyadong malinis ang mga ngipin??? thanks!

[kingpopoy]

mga docs, masama po ba yung sobrang sipilyo as in sa umaga, tanghali at gabi? kasi dati umaga at gabi lang ako. nung napadpad ako sa ibayong dagat ginawa kong 3x a day. tapos just recently pag umiinom ako ng malamig parang nangingilo mga bagang ko. masama ba yung masyadong malinis ang mga ngipin??? thanks!

 

perhaps mali ang brushing technique mo sir or baka may developing caries (sira/butas) ka na sa molar (bagang) mo. i suggest you should seek advice from your dentist. there are many factors, brushing techniques, toothpaste used, or even the condition of the tooth itself. :thumbsupsmiley:

[Pidro_Pilyo]

perhaps mali ang brushing technique mo sir or baka may developing caries (sira/butas) ka na sa molar (bagang) mo. i suggest you should seek advice from your dentist. there are many factors, brushing techniques, toothpaste used, or even the condition of the tooth itself. :thumbsupsmiley:

 

i've been brushing my teeth with colgate for more than 30 years sir. anyway perhaps i will see a dentist one of these days. thanks!

[kingpopoy]

i've been brushing my teeth with colgate for more than 30 years sir. anyway perhaps i will see a dentist one of these days. thanks!

 

try checking your habbits, if youre a smoker, or if you have other health conditions. you might have periodontal problems. does your gums bleed if you brush? well seek your dentist's advise to be sure amigo. :thumbsupsmiley:

[kingpopoy]

i've been brushing my teeth with colgate for more than 30 years sir. anyway perhaps i will see a dentist one of these days. thanks!

 

try checking your habbits, if youre a smoker, or if you have other health conditions. you might have periodontal problems. does your gums bleed if you brush? well seek your dentist's advise to be sure amigo. :thumbsupsmiley: