Medical Advice on "Periodontist"

My suture for alloderm gum graft become loose with little discomfort. Should I be concerned?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I had gone through your question I can understand your concern. If the gap between graft and the normal gingival tissue is not visible then there is no issue. If there is a breach between two you will need the doctor c...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Muzaffer Hussain Parray

Can I wear fixed retainer during scaling and root planing treatment?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, you can wear your fixed retainer without any problem. Also, you have to make sure that you use your removable retainer also for the next two to three years without any break. When you have periodontal problems, there ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Naveen Thomas

Why is dental implant not working for me?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is bone loss and it can be due to the failed implant (attachment removed to protect patient identity). If one failed, there was always very high chance of the failure of the other implant too. I believe they did n...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Naveen Thomas

Should I get graft for gum recession?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is better get gum graft now (gingival graft). Also, it will be better if you get a mouthguard for bruxism and wear them permanently except while eating. For further doubts consult a periodontist online -->https:/...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Naveen Thomas

Few months after open bite surgery, my gums shows white spot with discoloration. Why?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The gums looked blanched or whitish due to lesser blood circulation and less inflammation than before. There is no need to worry as it occurs as the gums are completely healed and also could happen due to decreased b...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Naveen Thomas

Is frenectomy a major surgical procedure?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and understand your concern. If you pull down your lower lip, you will see a small stretch of muscle connecting your lip to the gums just below your lower front teeth. This small fla...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Beryl Fredrick

I fixed my temporary crown back with toothpaste and now my tooth hurts. Why?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The pain was most likely due to sensitivity. It will settle down when the permanent crown is placed. The method of putting the crown back using toothpaste is not recommended as there is a high chance that it will disl...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Naveen Thomas

My gum graft surgery stitches have become loose. What to do?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The suture or stitches are self-dissolving, then will get loosen and dissolve in the course of time. I have seen the pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The gum grafts are adequately placed and tight...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Naveen Thomas

Should I get sinus lift surgery before implant placement?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Well, if the sinus is low, then sinus lift procedure is a must to place an implant. Without sinus lift, an implant cannot be placed. It is a surgical procedure that can be very effectively done by an oral surgeon or a tr...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Honey Arora

Would braces close wide gap between front teeth?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You need to get root canal treatment for the upper and lower central teeth then placement of a fixed partial denture (FPD ceramic crowns) on them to close the space. This will give a permanent solution to your problem. It ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Naveen Thomas