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Post by iamkristinl16 on Apr 6, 2016 20:15:37 GMT
I went to the dentist today and it was recommended that I have this done. I am really nervous. Is there anything i can do before the appt (next month) that will make it easier? What was your experience like?
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Post by magentapea on Apr 6, 2016 20:21:37 GMT
I had it done several times. It is really not a big deal - very similar to a cleaning, just with a little more effort. The only thing I did once was take Tylenol before - didn't make much of a difference.
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Post by utmr on Apr 6, 2016 20:23:30 GMT
Yes, years ago. They numbed me up and took care of it. My jaw was a little sore after from being open so long but that was it. It really helped a lot.
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Apr 6, 2016 20:27:27 GMT
What can I do to avoid having to do it again? I'm not having issues right now but apparently the "pockets" are too deep (not sure what the terminology is). I was wondering about oil pulling?
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Post by Merge on Apr 6, 2016 21:07:07 GMT
I had it done. I'll just say that I didn't enjoy it, but it also didn't kill me. I've avoided having it done again by being very meticulous with my flossing and switching to a Sonicare toothbrush. My hygienist is very happy with me now!
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Post by teri on Apr 6, 2016 21:17:04 GMT
flossing and a waterpik will reduce the pockets
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Post by utmr on Apr 6, 2016 22:40:57 GMT
What can I do to avoid having to do it again? I'm not having issues right now but apparently the "pockets" are too deep (not sure what the terminology is). I was wondering about oil pulling? Flossing and sonicare toothbrush. Floss floss and more flossing. And have your teeth cleaned every four months instead of six. |
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Post by christine58 on Apr 6, 2016 22:41:40 GMT
I went to the dentist today and it was recommended that I have this done. I am really nervous. Is there anything i can do before the appt (next month) that will make it easier? What was your experience like? Yup..doesn't bother me at all...not a big deal. |
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Apr 7, 2016 0:15:54 GMT
Thanks. You are making me feel better.  . I've only had one cavity and hated the experience. I had her put some numbing gel on today before she did the bone testing and I hated that as well. I guess I don't like being numb. I almost got a little panicky because I felt like my throat was getting numb from swallowing the gel and I was worried about that. I survived though. Lol |
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Apr 7, 2016 0:26:09 GMT
How long did it take? They said they allow for two hours on each side but I can't imagine having my mouth open for that long and remaining calm.
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Post by Eddie-n-Harley on Apr 7, 2016 0:49:30 GMT
How long did it take? They said they allow for two hours on each side but I can't imagine having my mouth open for that long and remaining calm. I can't answer how long it will take but if you didn't know, they have a tool that will prop your mouth open. You shouldn't have to hold it open yourself for that long. (ETA: At least, I assume they will use that tool. I have not had planing done but they used that tool a lot when I was getting ortho and related work done.) |
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Post by tduby1 on Apr 7, 2016 1:10:50 GMT
What can I do to avoid having to do it again? I'm not having issues right now but apparently the "pockets" are too deep (not sure what the terminology is). I was wondering about oil pulling? Floss daily. Twice is even better. Brush morning and night. Perio cleanings 3xs a year. |
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Post by tduby1 on Apr 7, 2016 1:11:45 GMT
How long did it take? They said they allow for two hours on each side but I can't imagine having my mouth open for that long and remaining calm. We do it over two apps. Hour and half each. |
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Post by tduby1 on Apr 7, 2016 1:12:30 GMT
How long did it take? They said they allow for two hours on each side but I can't imagine having my mouth open for that long and remaining calm. I can't answer how long it will take but if you didn't know, they have a tool that will prop your mouth open. You shouldn't have to hold it open yourself for that long. (ETA: At least, I assume they will use that tool. I have not had planing done but they used that tool a lot when I was getting ortho and related work done.) None of they hygienist in our office use a tool. |
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Post by Eddie-n-Harley on Apr 7, 2016 2:50:26 GMT
I can't answer how long it will take but if you didn't know, they have a tool that will prop your mouth open. You shouldn't have to hold it open yourself for that long. (ETA: At least, I assume they will use that tool. I have not had planing done but they used that tool a lot when I was getting ortho and related work done.) None of they hygienist in our office use a tool. Interesting. They never use it, or they just don't use it for scaling/planing? |
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Post by worrywart on Apr 7, 2016 3:01:25 GMT
I have had one of those blcoks in my mouth, I think for a root canal or something...
I just had a scaling about 3 months ago. It was two visits...numbed up (shots) for each one. Then I had a follow up six weeks later. My gums had a huge improvement. Of course I am trying to floss at least once a day and waterpik a few times a week..also I do use a sonic care and have to go back after 3 months for now..
Its no big deal..just expensive and kind of draining. It can really help your gums if they have pockets in the danger zone. Good luck.
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Post by jackie on Apr 7, 2016 3:01:39 GMT
My dh had it done and he said it wasn't that bad (and he has real dental phobias).
I'll tell you what too, it really made a difference with his breath. My dh would get very bad breath and I always wondered why. After he had this done--no more.
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Post by tduby1 on Apr 7, 2016 11:27:19 GMT
None of they hygienist in our office use a tool. Interesting. They never use it, or they just don't use it for scaling/planing? They've never used it. ETA hygenienst never use one. Dr uses one for fillings for children and some adult procedures but it is not the same thing my kid's ortho uses. |
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Post by babylou on Apr 7, 2016 14:10:19 GMT
I have had it done and didn't think it was too bad. I have a pretty sensitive mouth so I was a little nervous going into it also. They only did half of my mouth at a time. Which I would recommend. Can't imagine doing it all at once. They also numbed my mouth which I think helps a lot. I wouldn't want to do it without. I also get cleanings done every 3 to 4 months now. That really helps!
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Post by cmpeter on Apr 7, 2016 14:16:08 GMT
I would need nitrous!
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Post by Megan on Apr 7, 2016 14:38:03 GMT
I had it done... Laughing gas helped!
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Post by SweetieBsMom on Apr 7, 2016 14:54:01 GMT
My dentist wanted me to do this because I have deep pockets in my gums. I asked to hold off until my next cleaning. I bought a Sonicare and flossed constantly. Went back and I was good, no longer needed the procedure. Before the Sonicare I was using a manual toothbrush.
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Apr 7, 2016 15:40:42 GMT
My dentist wanted me to do this because I have deep pockets in my gums. I asked to hold off until my next cleaning. I bought a Sonicare and flossed constantly. Went back and I was good, no longer needed the procedure. Before the Sonicare I was using a manual toothbrush. Do you remember what your numbers were? I'm planning to do the above mentioned things and hope it makes a difference in how intense the procedure was. I also had intended to start oil pulling prior to yesterday's appointment to see if that would help but it didn't. I do have a sonicare toothbrush but don't use it regularly. I don't like how it feels when the back touches my teeth or certain places in my mouth. Maybe I just need to get used to it. Or are there different heads that are more comfortable than others? |
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. I've only had one cavity and hated the experience. I had her put some numbing gel on today before she did the bone testing and I hated that as well. I guess I don't like being numb. I almost got a little panicky because I felt like my throat was getting numb from swallowing the gel and I was worried about that. I survived though. Lol
