Hi, Ive never asked a question from an online doctor before, but maybe you can help. Basically, my problem is that I have holes in my gums. Ive gone to dentists, but they are convinced that my jawbone is dead. I know this is a wrong diagnosis since I have never taken osteoporosis drugs or had chemotherapy, so there is nothing to have caused that to happen. Plus, the tissue is responding to anitibiotic treatment and it bleeds. Dead tissue wouldnt do this. Brief background: Twenty odd years ago I had several jaw teeth removed but couldnt afford partial plates. This left about an inch and a half of bare gums on the left side and a gap on the right between the teeth. It healed and I didnt have a problem until I ate almonds for a few days in a row. My gums got very bruised and holes formed. That was three years ago. The holes have gotten considerably smaller, but I wondered if there is anything I can do to speed the healing.
Hello, Holes in gums while eating almonds will not happen in normal cases. A thorough clinical and radiological evaluation is required by a dentist.Meanwhile, plenty of fluids and fruits including vegetables has to be administered. Vitamin becomes, c,iron and folic acid has to be administered. Use soft interdental toothbrush and dental floss to clean your teeth. Use chlorhexidine mouth rinse to gargle. Take complete course of antibiotics prescribed. Take care.