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Dr. Divya Banu M

Published At June 1, 2020
Reviewed AtDecember 21, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I think I have gum disease. My teeth are starting to move. Will my teeth have to be removed? I have no bleeding gums there, not red.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have reviewed your query, and I would like to see an image of the area myself. Kindly upload it. Also, let me know if there is any history of diabetes. It mostly seems to be a periodontal problem.

You can always come back and reach me at icliniq.com.

Thank you for consulting me.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

I have attached the file. Kindly have a look.

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Thanks for the image as requested (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Your gingiva looked fine, and no serious issues were noted. You will need oral prophylaxis (scaling). Visit your local dentist if lockdown due to corona is over. Betadine mouthwash in lukewarm water, gargle 3 to 4 times a day. Brush with a soft brush gently for now. Rexidine M Forte gel (a combination of Chlorhexidine, Metronidazole and Lidocaine) as gum massage. Massage the gums. Tablet Metrogyl ER (Metronidazole) 1 tablet twice daily after meal for 5 days. Avoid sticky or sweet foods for now, for safe side get blood work done for diabetes.

As per the image, no severe inflammation or swelling was noted. In cases of bone loss, severe swelling and redness (inflammation) are common, so I am confident you will be fine. You will not need an extraction if maintained properly. Let me know if it was helpful.

I hope this has helped you.

Thank you.

The Probable causes

The probable causes are stains and calculus (tartar).

Investigations to be done

A recommended investigation involves conducting an intraoral X-ray.

Probable diagnosis

The probable diagnosis is gingivitis.

Treatment plan

The treatment plan includes oral prophylaxis and scaling, a warm Betadine gargle, and gum massage using Rexidine M Forte gel.

Regarding follow up

If any discomfort or any other query.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you again for your time; I greatly appreciate it.

So why are my teeth loose?

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I would like to know if there is any history of diabetes. Generally, plaque and tartar deposition weaken the gums and lead to gingivitis. In most of the cases they disappear with scaling and oral prophylaxis. If needed splinting can also be done to fix the mobility to initiate bone growth. In severe cases and chronic diabetic cases, they have periodontal issue too leading to bone loss. In those cases nothing can be done except extraction followed by fixed prosthesis. But upon visual your gums do not look too affected, and can be recovered by maintaining oral hygiene, scaling, warm gargle with Betadine mouthwash. An X-ray will be done by your dentist to see the bone status. It looked fine, I hope for your better recovery in weeks.

I hope you are satisfied with my answer. For further queries, you can consult me at icliniq.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for your prompt reply.

Went to the dentist; they said I have early signs of gum disease, so they put me on mouthwash. I finished using it last week. Now, I have excessive saliva. Is it from the mouthwash? I am still using it because my gums were inflamed again, and I am using Crest gum disease toothpaste. They said I would need scaling. Have a cleaning scheduled.

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Yes, I have also advised scaling to ease your discomforts. As a specialist, I would like to request you to use:

  1. Betadine mouthwash, gargle in lukewarm water 2 to 3 times a day (you will feel the difference, as frequent salivation is due to the mouthwash. If Betadine is not available, kindly use your mouthwash in lukewarm water 2 times after brushing.)
  2. Tablet Metrogyl (Metronidazole) 400mg: Take one tablet twice daily after a meal for 5 days (to eliminate any bacterial deposition).
  3. Maintain oral hygiene, brush with a soft bristle brush gently, in a vertical motion and not in a horizontal motion.
  4. Scaling and oral prophylaxis.

Let me know if you have any further queries. I would like to help you more, and thanks a lot for your constant support. Kindly mention if you need any more information. If you felt satisfied, kindly do not forget to rate your feedback. It is too helpful and motivational for me. I apologize for the delay in answering your query.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you again for your time; I greatly appreciate it.

So should I stop using the mouthwash? Also, where do I get the tablet Metrogyl 400 mg?

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Yes, you should change your mouthwash to:

  1. Betaine mouthwash, gargle in lukewarm water 2 to 3 times a day. It is a very common mouthwash containing Povidone iodine 2 percent for oral use. If it is not available, unfortunately, use your previous mouthwash but dilute it by mixing in lukewarm water and gargle. Kindly continue only for 2 weeks. Never prolong the use of mouthwash to avoid staining.
  2. Tablet Metrogyl 400 is the trade name of tablet Metronidazole 400 mg. Take one tablet twice after a meal for 5 days. It is available easily worldwide and is a very common medicine found in any drug store.

In combination with both these medications, you should surely feel the difference.

I hope you are satisfied with my answer. For further queries, you can consult me at icliniq.

Thank you.

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