Gingivitis question?
I haven't been to the dentist in 2 years because of financial issues. Well, I finally got insurance that would cover it, so I went on Monday.
dentist told me that I had gingivitis and that he couldn't clean my teeth until it was taken care of. That's pretty much all he said. He also said that my pockets were 4.
does that mean? I'm thinking about going to another dentist because for as long as I can remember, my gums have always been a little red and would bleed occassionally only when I flossed. Is there anyway to get rid of gingivitis besides that deep cleaning? I never really flossed much, so I think that that was the main cause, but I brush my teeth at least 2x's a day. I don't get it.
of my friends have never flossed their teeth and they don't have it. Also, it doesnt make sense that he can't clean my teeth until “I” get rid of the gingivitis. He's dentist. isn't that his job!? So, my questions are: how can I get rid of gingivitis and how long (about) should it take? Also, when I went to the dentist on Monday, he told me that my sealance (sp?) was gone and it looked like it had been for a long time.
that have something to do with me getting gingivitis? Oh yeah, and I'm young (under 21), so the dentist really looked down on me and I felt like I was being treated poorly because of my age and the fact that I had gingivitis. If I floss, brush, and use a mouthwash specifically made for preventing and fighting gingivitis, could it cure me? Any help is appreciated! Thanks! =)
