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Is TMJ curable?

I am a 30-year-old male and I was diagnosed with TMJ disorder. Is TMJ curable?
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What is gums disease?

Can you explain to me what gums disease is? My grandfather was just diagnosed with it, and I always thought he had perfect oral health.
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Should I go to the doctor if my gums are swollen?

I'm a 28-year-old female. I think I have an infection in my gums because they appear to be red and swollen. Should I go to the doctor if my gums are swollen?
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Do I have a gum disease?

It feels like my teeth are loose. Like all of them feel like you can move them around. Does it mean I have gum disease?
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Is it possible to remove dark spots on my tongue?

I have dark spots on my tongue, and they really don't look good. I might have gotten these spots from eating very hot food. What can I do to get rid of them?
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What treatments are available for gingivitis?

My dentist diagnosed me with gingivitis but he didn't prescribe me treatment and only said that I needed to change my oral health routines. Are there any treatments I can do alongside...
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What will be discussed at my periodontal follow up?

I have to get a follow-up for a small surgery on my gums, where they took tissue from the roof of my mouth. Everything looks and feels fine, so what's the point of going back?...
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How do they detect gingivitis?

I think I might have gingivitis. How do dentists diagnose this? Would I need to have tests?
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Why do I have swollen and painful bumps on my tongue?

I brush and floss at least once a day. It seems to be only a single "taste bud" that causes the pain. Heat, cold or any other topical treatments don't seem to work. Why do I...
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Is a periodontal follow up needed if my gingivitis is mild?

I'm a 25-year-old woman in the very early stages of gingivitis. Is a periodontal follow up needed if my gingivitis is mild?
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Why do my gums hurt a lot?

I'm 30 and my gums hurt a lot sometimes. My oral hygiene is pretty good and I'm not sure why it happens. Can you help?
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How can I solve the problem of bad breath?

I'm 23 and sometimes bad breath even tough my oral hygiene is proper. How can I solve this problem as it's very irritating?
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Why do my gums bleed for no reason?

I'm 35, and I noticed that my gums are bleeding for no clear reason. I feel like I'm brushing and flossing enough, but my gums are inflamed. Could it be from brushing and flossing...
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Why are my gums turning white?

My gums are turning white gradually; I see that the light pink is just getting lighter and lighter. Why would they do this? Should I see a dentist?
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Should I go to the doctor if my gums are swollen?

I think I have an infection in my gums because they are red and swollen. Should I go to the doctor if my gums are swollen? They aren't causing me pain, just mild discomfort....
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What are the treatment options for gingivitis?

I'm 37 years old and my dentist diagnosed me with gingivitis. He only recommended lifestyle changes for treatment. Are there other options?
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How can I treat gingivitis myself?

I'm 38, and I was diagnosed with gingivitis, but I want to treat it myself. How can I treat gingivitis at home?
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Is gum recession normal with age?

My grandmother is 70 years old and I noticed that her gums are receding. Well, they might have been receding for a while now and I just noticed it. Is gum recession normal with...
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Can a strong immune system reduce my risk of gum disease?

Gum disease runs in my family and I want to try every way I can to avoid this. I heard that a weak immune system can cause this disease to develop. Is this really true? Can...
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