Hi. I haven't been to a dentist in years because of lack of insurance. Lately I noticed gum recession, and I'm scared I'm going to lose my teeth. I have no idea how long it's been like this. Gums don't bleed. I definitely clench at night and have been feeling a sore lower jaw (not every day, so I think it's clenching related, not anything sinister). I found a clinic but they can't take me for 3 months. What should I do to calm my nerves? Will this get really bad by then? I'm obsessed. :(
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There are options to treat this, but it will require some examination and investigation. Xrays are important here as well. An orthodontist could give you options to align and intrude the teeth, and a periodontist would explain surgical options to you. By the way, I'm not sure either...
It is normal to have some oozing of blood from the palate ( if the source of grafting) or from the surgical site. What you see as "black" is most likely a blood clot. Follow your post op instructions. Stay on soft food , avoid brushing the site. Do not soit/ smoke/ or use straw to...
There are several surgeries that can be preformed. The first is a maxillary impaction that actually moves your entire jaw upward to eliminate the Gummy smile. It is a major surgical procedure and I do not reccomend it based on the fact you are overall happy with your smile.The second...
