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Each time l have had an abscess in recent years it has resulted in an extraction, dry socket infection, many courses of antibiotics and a bone infection too. It takes many weeks for my gum to recover and also my physical well being. Although l am a low dosage smoker-l do not smoke when l have had this treatment until recovered.
Do you have any ideas or suggestions as to why this keeps happening? How, besides salt water rinses and not smoking this can be prevented?
I am 43 and have always care particularly for my teeth, especially as l have a dairy allergy and do not have calcium in my diet. I began a calcium supplement which is dairy free 1 year ago.
Thank you in advance for you reply.
HI,
I would advise you go see a good dentist on a regular basis for a full series of x-rays and a full exam and treatment of any condition including deep cleanings and fillings and crowns. Most abscesses are either caused from deep decay/root canal problems that were not treated in time, or gum disease that wasn't treated in time. Most abscesses could have been prevented by regular dental care.
Best of Luck
Joseph Zelig, DDS
www.smileinthecity.com
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Joseph Zelig, DDS, D.ABP www.smileinthecity.com
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Dr. Zelig has personally placed over a thousand implants with excellent success and has worked with many dental specialists and educated them on full mouth reconstruction, esthetic dentistry, and dental implantology.
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American Dental Associateion, American Academy of Periodontology, American Board of Periodontology, North-Eastern Society of Periodontitis, New York State Dental Association, New York County Dental Society
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I received both my dental degree (DDS) and my certificate in the specialty of Periodontics from New York University College of Dentistry. Dr. Zelig graduated among the top 10% of the graduating class. As a result of outstanding academic achievements, Dr. Z was elected into the membership of Omicron Kappa Upsilon- the national dental honor society. In addition, Dr. Zelig has lectured to general dentists and specialists on periodontal treatment and dental implants. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology which recognizes periodontists who have made significant achievements beyond the educational requirements of the specialty. Board-certified periodontists have been examined by a panel of internationally respected peers and has been awarded Diplomate status. By successfully completing this challenge, Dr. Zelig has demonstrated a robust knowledge of periodontics, Continued professional development, Critical review of results of therapy, and interest in providing the best, most up-to-date care.
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