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Does my xray show minor bone loss?

2021-05-17 13:20:13
I was told I have minor bone loss between teeth? Pls check the given opg. I m confused. One dentist said I have no bone loss and I just need scaling and another one said there is minor bone loss and I need laser treatment.
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You have very minor bone loss...which is present in 80% of our population...so don't worry...for this amount of bone loss usually laser treatment is not required if u maintain ur oral hygiene well...jus undergo scaling and polishing procedure every 6 months...it will maintain ur oral health
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Follow modified bass tooth brushing technique...twice daily U can find the brushing technique video in youtube as 3D demo

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Just go for scaling and polishing

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Hello mam u have no boneloss and u just need to undergo a proper scaling procedure and don't fall for unnecessary laser treatments 🙏👍🏻
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visit a nearest reliable dentist and get cleaning done

Answered2021-05-17 13:29:22

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