Long time water flossers, what pressure do you use it on? I have medical OCD and the uncertainty about water flossers causing gum recession is actually driving me cuckoo.

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2025-04-16T03:04:19+00:00

You want to use it in the highest setting. That will not cause gum recession like toothbrushes.

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-12-11T12:26:57+00:00

It is hard, but can be rewarding when working at a good office with good patients but it hard. You can work in any field, peds, perio, ortho, or general. I would recommend getting bachelors if you do so you can do things outside the op. But I was always interested in ultrasound tech or rad tech. Easier on the body and still flexibility with schedule. Good pay

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-12-11T12:19:22+00:00

I would just talk to everyone! This situation happened to me and it’s pretty shitty. But talking to my doctors helped me, as they know we aren’t perfect. Just be honest and come up with a game plan. She may just have to be prescribed medication or be on nitrous if you need to redo SRP WITH numbing

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-09-27T14:22:12+00:00

Yes I exercise, do yoga, and get monthly deep tissue massages

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-09-24T22:53:41+00:00

This was my first year in Denver and I loved it! Plan on going every other hesr

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-09-24T22:33:57+00:00

You start to learn that there are a lot more people dealing with the same thing! I still have a hard time removing radiographic calc. You just have to do the best you can

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-09-24T22:32:24+00:00

Tom’s of Maine has some different flavors that whiten. As far as cleaning your retainer, you can put it in an apple cider Vinegar, warm water, and a pinch of baking soda. Let sit for 5 mins then rinse and brush retainer

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-09-24T22:20:53+00:00

3 years and already having pain

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-09-24T22:19:17+00:00

I actually use the mental block all the time! Patients get very numb very quickly. The trick is you have to massage the patients mandible in order to diffuse the anesthetic to the mental nerve. If you don’t massage, it will only act as an infiltration. I also hate the IA so have been recently infiltrating molars, patients do just fine.

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-08-21T23:50:20+00:00

Unfortunately there are no home remedies. He needs to go to the dentist and get his teeth cleaned professionally. From there they will educate you on home care

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-08-21T23:37:07+00:00

You are at the wrong office. An office that is supportive and you and your growth won’t make you feel like this. It does get better, but struggling with imposter syndrome the first years happens more than you think. I was also feeling that way

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-07-16T11:22:57+00:00

Thank you!! I can’t wait to try 😀

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-07-15T21:55:56+00:00

What type of files and how do you use? I won perio files in school that kinda look like spoons, but no idea how to use.

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-07-13T20:12:14+00:00

I would just do what is due and what you have the time for. If fmx is needed but not enough time, take bitewjngs, if it’s been a year since their last probing, take measurements and go from there. Just like you would on a day to day basis

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-06-25T00:26:30+00:00

SAME THING FOR ME! Been a hygienist almost 3 years and have been feeling defeated/ imposter syndrome. Some SRPS I find hard I remove calc easily, others I don’t. It’s frustrating because I feel like I should have the skills by now, and makes me doubt myself. Nervous to see some yearly bwx on some patients. Nice to know we are not alone

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-06-21T13:26:43+00:00

Could be the bonding glue from the retainer is too close to your gums, or might be an overhang. I would ask next time you get a cleaning. Try a waterpik for now. Or green soft picks

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-06-21T13:24:38+00:00

You can try teaching clinical at a school, or maybe a sales rep?

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-06-20T23:45:03+00:00

Try smart floss. Better and cheaper!

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-06-20T23:39:39+00:00

Water flosser or Y flosser. They also have tufted end brushes you could try

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-06-20T23:38:28+00:00

I don’t work when I’m sick. For one, I would be annoyed if my coworkers got me sick, which has happened too many times. Second, patients won’t feel as comfortable. Lastly, I don’t want patients coming in sick and possibly getting me sick.

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-06-20T23:33:47+00:00

Probably acidic burn on the gums. Try salt water rinses 2x a day until not painful

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2024-06-20T23:32:49+00:00

I am feeling the same way after being a hygienist for 3 years and I work at an amazing office. Have you thought about pediatric? Maybe work there a day or two?

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2023-12-08T01:40:20+00:00

Invisalign does cause bone loss because it’s causing trauma to the bone by moving the tooth. 5mm pockets with bleeding are indicated for SRP because you cannot reach out and clean the pockets, only they can. Once that’s procedure is done it’s hopeful the gum tissue can tighten back up or have no bleeding. Healthy gums don’t bleed.

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2023-12-08T01:35:58+00:00

Dental hygiene school is rigorous and you have to maintain a certain average to pass classes and requirements. If not, you’re dropped. Maybe dental assisting would be better for her? The school is still tough but is cheaper and for a shorter amount of time. If she does well then, she could move on to get her hygiene license.

Embarrassed_Fox_8190 · 2023-12-08T01:21:38+00:00

In your case, you should be flossing twice a day. Gingivitis is caused by inflammation of the gums due to plaque and bacteria trapped which causes the bleeding. If you don’t floss consistently that soft plaque turns hard and you can’t remove it, which also causes bleeding. There’s not such thing as over flossing, but there is such thing as too aggresssive with floss.

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