Dr. Alfiya K Jamal
Dentistry
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Hi doctor,
My gums keep receding, and I have already lost two front teeth. For molars, though, I keep brushing after meals, but it has never been enough. I have also tried different toothbrushes and pastes and spent enough time cleaning my teeth. Unfortunately, I am about to lose other front teeth, and I cannot keep up, especially due to the expensive outcome. Kindly help.
Hello,
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Receding gum and loosening teeth are signs of periodontitis. Periodontitis can be caused by poor oral hygiene or systemic conditions like diabetes, hepatitis, etc. As your case is a little progressive, I suggest you do deep scaling (ultrasonic cleaning) followed by proper oral hygiene measures. I also suggest you do a diabetes blood test (HbA1c). Please follow up after three days so I can guide you with proper oral hygiene measures and brushing techniques. Thank you.
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