Life long gum disease is threatening my teeth. What can I do?

Q.
I am 40 years old and have suffered gum desease most of my early teens and still now. My problem is getting worse as my teeth are starting to part and becoming loose, I am really scared because of my age and i have or did have a nice set of teeth. I dont have a regular dentist since they went private. I am desperate please help.
A.
Hi, I’m sorry to hear about your gum disease. Firstly I recommend you see a dentist as soon as possible, who works closely with a hygienist to start improving things – they will get better. They will also be able to assess the prognosis of your teeth and talk through your options to restore your smile. Eventaully he may recommend seeing a periodontist (gum specialist). Good luck
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April 26th, 2011 at 08:47 PM
Dania Says :

I used to have a nice smile but because of gum disease they are starting moving which has made my smile a lot less attractive. Have you got any treatment to realign teeth even when you have gums disease. I am 46 years old

April 26th, 2011 at 08:47 PM
Eddie Says :

You need to resolve your gum disease problems first and then maybe orthodontioc treatment might work. Crowns or veneers and possibly dental bonding may be another option. You should be seeing a Periodontist , a gum specialist, to treat the gum problem

April 27th, 2011 at 08:47 PM
Wazza Says :

can you shorten teeth that seeem long due vto gum disease.

May 1st, 2011 at 08:47 PM
Kenrick Says :

What is the best way to fight gum disease?

May 1st, 2011 at 08:47 PM
Davey Says :

Try to brush your teeth at least twice a day for 3 minutes and use dental floss. See a dentist and hygienist and reduce your food snacking i.e. eating in between main meals.

May 1st, 2011 at 08:47 PM
Carter Says :

i have severe gum diesies were can i go to have it looked at?

May 1st, 2011 at 08:47 PM
Brock Says :

You need to see a specilaist Periodontist.

September 7th, 2011 at 08:47 PM
Giovanny Says :

hi in the yrs my teeth have rotted,unfortunatly i have inherited ,gingivitis from my mother and father,my mother had all her top teeth out when she was in her 20,s . many yrs ago my teeth started to rot and crumble away,now i have two false teeth and the tooth that holds the brace is stating to rot and if that goes then im left with a big gap,i loss but unfortunatly its not good enough,i have stopped smoking now ,its been a yr,and my teeth look better,but its whots in side and mine arnt good,so im looking for a good cosmetic dentist abroad as i can not afford the english prices,a friend of my mothers went to marmaris (turkey),he said they were very good,please could you give me your opinion,thankyou,

September 7th, 2011 at 08:47 PM
Cory Says :

I am sorry I have no advise for you in regards to treatment abroad.

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