2nd opinion [get 2-4 names] and see a periodontist...That is a GUM GUY! Does nothing but.. Even if you've an abcess which your dentist treats. Gum infections especially among the immune compromised are very dangerous. This is not meant to scare you, just to be aware that things could get worse. Therefore you have to be your own advocate and search for the specialists who deal with that corner of your multiple problem world. Having had 'scaling' done by my dentist's ofc and a periodontal office-well- the perio office really does THE JOB hands down.

I've learned from my dentist that many of their patients on anti-epileptic drugs develop rapid tooth decay and gum problems.. I've been using and use diligently the Oral-B rotating tooth brush and have now been told to use the Water-Pik as I don't brush well [can't floss-due to no finger feeling], To keep as much evil bacteria as possible at bay. I just wish I had enuf room on the bathroom sink for all the 'rechargable' things! At this point What's one more?

Melody- Yes!!! The topical number stuff is great! - I marvel that I get a different flavor each time! Sure beats the gag/splutter into the tech's face. -j