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Originally Posted by mikeandnancy1112
It was recommended to me by the dental hygienist on my insurance plan. I had it done and will never do it again. My mouth was so sore for a week. Its funny...I am hearing people quite often now talk of deep cleaning. I think it is ridiculous!!
I went back to Dr. Williams at Palm Ridge Dental and her dental hygenist even though they aren't on my insurance plan. I will not change again. It was recommended I use a water pic and electric toothbrush and I have for almost a year and haven't had any trouble with my mouth.
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I can relate to that. I had deep cleaning done about 17 or 18 years ago and I too said, "never again!" At the end of the treatment the dentist told me that the problem never goes away completely and so I may need to have it done periodically.
I needed it that one time many years ago because my gums were red and would bleed. But since that time, I get more frequent cleanings and use an electric tooth brush. My gums are pink and healthy and at age 73 I have all but 2 of my teeth. (I lost one in my 20s)
Over the years other dentists have recommended deep cleaning again, starting around 10 years ago. So I changed to a dentist in The Villages not covered by my insurance. I told them I don't want deep cleaning so they put me on what they call "maintenance" and I'm happy with the results.
I also give a lot of credit to my anti-inflammation diet. In my opinion, anyone who consumes a lot of highly processed sugary, starchy foods and soft drinks is asking for trouble.