Gum or Gingival Recession
Dear Dr. Mady: I have a couple of lower front teeth that are positioned more forward than the rest and the gum has receded. The teeth are somewhat sensitive now and my dentist has referred me to a periodontist that wants…
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Impact of a Weakened Economy on Dental Practice
Dear Dr. Mady: Do you think that the weakened economy has caused people to visit the dentist less often than before? I know my job loss caused me to lose my benefits indefinitely and I had to cancel my appointment for…
Sialolithiasis
Dear Dr. Mady: My father is now sixty-seven years old and was recently told that he may have something known as sialolithiasis. He is experiencing constant pain and swelling under his tongue and a panorex x-ray was taken and something white…
The Relationship Between Diabetes and Oral Health
Dear Dr. Mady: I am a diabetic and I have had a lot of problems recently with my gums and teeth. My physician told me that I should see a dentist and should be going on a regular basis because of…
Choosing Oral Care Products
Dear Dr Mady: I have so many unanswered questions when it comes to choosing oral care products like toothbrushes and toothpaste. What do you think? A Faithful Reader Dear Faithful Reader,When shopping for oral care products it is extremely common for one…
Bleeding Gums
Dear Dr.: My gums are bleeding a lot when I brush my teeth and I’ve heard people talking quite a bit about gum disease. How do I know if I have it, and if I do what can be done about…
Gingivectomy
Dear Dr. Mady:I have been unhappy with my smile for most of my life and now I am forty years old and wish to do something about it. When I smile, I show more gums than teeth, the gum heights…
Retainers After Braces
Dear Dr. Mady:I have been wearing braces for the past two and a half years and I will be getting them off in four weeks. My doctor said that I will need to wear some type of retainers to keep…
Wear a Mouthguard
Dear Dr. Mady:I am a twenty-one year old who has a great love for baseball. I was recently advised by my dentist that I should be wearing a mouthguard for this and all sports. Is a mouthguard really necessary? Shaun in…
The Paediatric Dentist
Dear Dr. Mady: My 3 year old daughter visited our dentist for fillings and would not let him near her. She is very afraid and I explained my concern that she may fear dentists for the rest of her life. Because…