Gums are swollen and bleed easily. Periodontal disease?
Gums are swollen and bleed easily. Periodontal disease?
Added: May 01, 2008 - 12:07 PM
By: Patient Email Withheld, Boston, MA
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Case Summary
Teeth: 5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,20,21,22,23,24,25,26,27
Last Cleaning: 4 yrs
Case Description
I am deathly scared of the dentist and need a cleaning and xrays. I have been researching Perio disease and I have the signs. My teeth are not loose, and I dont want them to become that way so I need help asap. I have BCBS dental plan and would like to know what kind of help I need and where I can go that will be not so painful!
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Reply: Gums are swollen and bleed easily. Periodontal disease?
added: May 01, 2008 - 12:33 PM
Cost Estimate: $ No Estimate at this time. Additional information required.
Gums that are sore and bleed may be a sign of periodontal disease. Over 80% of adults in the US have some form of periodontal disease. I can''''t tell you not to be afraid of the dentist, but there are various ways to clean teeth so that it is a painless as possible for you. I do accept BCBS Dental Blue. If you would like to call 617-868-4046 and speak with Scott, he would be happy to answer your questions and make you a convenient appointment so we can do an exam and create a treatment plan for you so that we can get you back to optimal dental health. Good luck and I hope to see you soon! Tim Deahl
Reply: Gums are swollen and bleed easily. Periodontal disease?
added: May 01, 2008 - 6:26 PM
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Hi,I am a dentist in Malden (a few blocks from the orange line, Malden Center station). I recommend that you see a dentist for only x-rays and an exam first. That will give you an opportunity to get used to the office and the dentist without the anxiety of impending treatment.If you have periodontal disease, the treatment is not usually very uncomfortable. When you are uncomfortable, there is always local anesthetic like Novacaine. There are medications that a dentist may prescribe. I would be very happy to be that dentist. I am a BC/BS provider.My web site is www.themaldendentist.com.Be well,David Leader, DMD
Reply: Gums are swollen and bleed easily. Periodontal disease?
added: May 04, 2008 - 7:58 AM
Cost Estimate: $ No Estimate at this time. Additional information required.
I would be thrilled to meet with you. We treat MANY patients who are a bit scared about treatment and pain. We use Oral Conscious Sedation to relax you and eliminate most memories of treatment. It is safe, fast and totally COMFORTABLE!!I also focus on the total health of your teeth, gums and muscles to create a long term healthy environment for you to keep your teeth forever.Please call us Monday at 617 795 7170 or email us at drbader@ultimateaesthetics.com.
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