Hi Bryanna,
Thank you so much and sorry for not being more clear, I can imagine it is not really possible to keep up with every person's history and cases here! But you do such a good job at helping us, honestly, I am so glad to have found a place where I can discuss issues and feel I am actually receiving very valuable input and knowledgable answers/suggestions.
In regards to decay on tooth Nr 4, yes, as far as I can remember, my dentist did a filling there too.
What you mentioned about the calculus on 14, it might well be that that has been removed, since I had two professional cleanings (of course, fluoride and chemical free!) done since those were taken. I also know that I have more up-to-date X-rays, but I will need to request my dentist to email me those. The X-rays I posted where just the only once I had/ have access to atm.
You know, what you say about exposed tooth root/neck, makes me wonder, as I definitely see that the gum by my molars and pre-molar do not come down as much to form that "triangle" that I have between my front teeth. Maybe that plays into it? Is there any natural remedies/ steps I can take now to help grow healthy gum in these areas? Also, every few months I get sensitivity to brushing there, which will usually subside after a few days. That might also be caused by exposed necks or roots, am I right? I read tea tree or wintergreen essential oils might help... my dentist checked this area already two times, and never saw anything wrong... I wonder if he saw that I had exposed tooth necks? I know I had some when I was a teenager, and my dentist at that time in Germany, just put some kind of protective lack on it, and it did not bother me after that. My holistic dentist now never said anything about a lack, maybe because it is not the best for one's health- what is your take on this?
One thing I can celebrate today is, that I was able to see a very knowledgable and kind chiropractitioner and nutritional specialist yesterday, who found out through muscle testing the root cause for my Hashimoto's, and also, what nutrition to take to heal my body. I am very happy about that, as for sure, this will also be very beneficial for my oral health! She also used a technique to help with my TMJ, and so far, so good :-).
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Originally Posted by Bryanna
Hi Meera,
Okay, good to know. It is hard for me to remember everyone's case here unless I refer back to the original posts. So yes, In now recall tooth #5 was decayed, infected and root canaled... then extracted. Tooth #4 on the mesial (interproximal) side, did your dentist do any fillings on that area since that xray was taken? If not then you may have 2 areas of decay or it could be what is called burnout. But I think it would be wise for your dentist to recheck that tooth for decay.
Regarding the left side, tooth #14 the first upper molar appears to have a piece of calculus or tartar on the mesial up near the crest of the bone. It is hard to confirm that on this xray as it could also be a shadow or reflection off of the root. Teeth #12 and 13 both have restorations but the margins look good on this xray. There is some bone loss (not a lot) and some root exposure underneath the gum. So the initial contact between the fillings when you bring the floss up in between the teeth could be tight and then when you bring the floss up further you are rubbing against the exposed root surface. Also, that area where you feel the floss is getting stuck or hung up could be a slight overhang on the filling, although it is not evident on this xray. Ask your dentist to floss in there and let him see what you are talking about.
In the meantime, try the tape floss. String floss can be a bit harsh on the gum tissue in areas that are tight. The tape slides easier and is not as abrasive on the root surface as the string.
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