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Swollen gums
I just got scaling done and doctor adviced me to apply tanx lotion on my gums whenver i apply something white comes out. What is it.
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While applying medicine on your gums you give some amount of pressure so pus collection inside your gums will come out. If it didn't reduce or subside by time then visit your dentist once again.
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the case may be different , you may be having abcess or pus with some of your toothor gums . you can visit a periodontist for the same problem
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It may be pocket formation in affected tooth.please provide x ray or visit dentist.without x ray and examination can't diagnosed.
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visit dentist.
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Use dental floss.
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Please mention reason of teeth cleaning... Means was it a routine teeth cleaning or was done for some other purpose.
Attach photos and x rays if available.
Visit doctor for clinical examination.
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Hi,
Plz attached picture for better diagnosis and treatment plan.
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Dr. Prathibha
Dentist
7 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Nothing to worry much... better stop using such ointments.. consult Periodontist once and get it check
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make your treatment done as soon as possible
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