are there any programmes on sky tv in the uk that show dental procedures and dentists in general
i do have sky tv.
and can you put on the channel and programme name
Dentists on tv?
They are running Robert Lindsay's "My Family" at the moment - I think that's as close as you're going to get
Reply:Try Channel 885. Teeth Channel.
It's got all the stuff about teeth you could ever wish for. Plaque, gum disease, floss, more about plaque,
Reply:No there isnt unless they do documentaries now and again. But if you look at the links below, these sell videos and dvds of dental treatments and oral hygiene instructions.
Friday, May 21, 2010
Are professionally made Night Gaurds better than store bought Night Guards?
My dentist says that I need to wear a Night Guard due to clenching at night. I am currently going through a ton of dental procedures to remedy something that the clenching caused. My dentist said that the Guard would cost me about $450 as insurance doesn't cover it. I don't want to spend that amount if I don't have to as there are Night Guards available at the local drug store for $20.
Are professionally made Night Gaurds better than store bought Night Guards?
They are better. But a store bought guard is better than none at all. The custom made ones are more comfortable and less bulky. But the important part is that you alleviate the clinching. So, for the time being, just do what is financially best. Another choice, if your insurance policy has 'Orthodontic Coverage', you could see an orthodontist and they could custom make you a 'Bite Guard'. Most Insurance companies will allow $1000-$1500 for Ortho treatment.
Reply:Your best bet is one made by the dentist as it will be made specifically for your mouth and molded to fit the shape of your mouth. Ask the office about time payments.
Reply:Professionally molded night guards are customized for your teeth, but my sister made the same mistake and paid $600 for a night guard not covered by insurance. She ended up moving and switching dentists, and her new dentist told her that the $20 night guard at the drugstore would have worked fine, it is basically to protect the teeth from grinding at night and the ones at the drugstore are just as effective!
Reply:i have bought 2 of the $450 ones,and if i had it to do all over again,i would buy one at the store.after having several thousand dollars worth of dental work done,my dentist very strongly recommended one.so i bought it and 4 or 5 months later,i had to have more work done in the same area,and the guard would'nt fit after i had all this done! at the time,i had'nt seen or heard of the store ones,but i would'nt give it a second thought now. they can also come down on the price($200) if they wanted to. my dentist did the 3rd time!!! good luck!
Reply:Yes, they are. The one you're dentist can make are more streamlined and are custom made for your teeth. I've seen lots of times where people who are wearing the store bought ones don't wear them because they are too big and bulky. Think of the guard as an investment. I've seen patients who have worn they're teeth all down and need full mouth reconstruction. That's a $30,000 to $40,000 worth of work.
Reply:Yes and no. The store brand ones are not comformed to your teeth, like a custom made one would be. But go ahead and try the store brand. Maybe try putting it in warm to hot water for a minute then cooling it for a few seconds and then try to shape it to your teeth.
OR visit a local dental college (any college that has a public dental clinic, search all local colleges in your area online, even community colleges) and buy an athletic mouth guard (only about 20 bucks or so.) that they will make for you at the clinic. Should be about equal to a night time guard. And if you are unsure you can ask the staff at the college clinic if it would work for nighttime use.
Reply:Of course they are. They are made exactly to fit your mouth only and the store bought is not quite the same. You are just looking at the price point and the dentist is looking to help correct something that is not good for your dental health. I would go with the one made by the dental lab.
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Are professionally made Night Gaurds better than store bought Night Guards?
They are better. But a store bought guard is better than none at all. The custom made ones are more comfortable and less bulky. But the important part is that you alleviate the clinching. So, for the time being, just do what is financially best. Another choice, if your insurance policy has 'Orthodontic Coverage', you could see an orthodontist and they could custom make you a 'Bite Guard'. Most Insurance companies will allow $1000-$1500 for Ortho treatment.
Reply:Your best bet is one made by the dentist as it will be made specifically for your mouth and molded to fit the shape of your mouth. Ask the office about time payments.
Reply:Professionally molded night guards are customized for your teeth, but my sister made the same mistake and paid $600 for a night guard not covered by insurance. She ended up moving and switching dentists, and her new dentist told her that the $20 night guard at the drugstore would have worked fine, it is basically to protect the teeth from grinding at night and the ones at the drugstore are just as effective!
Reply:i have bought 2 of the $450 ones,and if i had it to do all over again,i would buy one at the store.after having several thousand dollars worth of dental work done,my dentist very strongly recommended one.so i bought it and 4 or 5 months later,i had to have more work done in the same area,and the guard would'nt fit after i had all this done! at the time,i had'nt seen or heard of the store ones,but i would'nt give it a second thought now. they can also come down on the price($200) if they wanted to. my dentist did the 3rd time!!! good luck!
Reply:Yes, they are. The one you're dentist can make are more streamlined and are custom made for your teeth. I've seen lots of times where people who are wearing the store bought ones don't wear them because they are too big and bulky. Think of the guard as an investment. I've seen patients who have worn they're teeth all down and need full mouth reconstruction. That's a $30,000 to $40,000 worth of work.
Reply:Yes and no. The store brand ones are not comformed to your teeth, like a custom made one would be. But go ahead and try the store brand. Maybe try putting it in warm to hot water for a minute then cooling it for a few seconds and then try to shape it to your teeth.
OR visit a local dental college (any college that has a public dental clinic, search all local colleges in your area online, even community colleges) and buy an athletic mouth guard (only about 20 bucks or so.) that they will make for you at the clinic. Should be about equal to a night time guard. And if you are unsure you can ask the staff at the college clinic if it would work for nighttime use.
Reply:Of course they are. They are made exactly to fit your mouth only and the store bought is not quite the same. You are just looking at the price point and the dentist is looking to help correct something that is not good for your dental health. I would go with the one made by the dental lab.
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I have a $500 bounce protection on my account?
I have never used it, or been overdrawn at anytime. My question is; How does this work? I am needing to have some dental procedures done and may need to withdraw $300 over my balance. How long do I have to bring my balance back to positive? Also, If I do not have the funds, to keep it in the positive, would it be possible to bring it up then back down, several times in a few months span, until I can clear it altogether? Ex. Overdraft $300, next week deposit $400, but then withdraw $300 (putting me $200 overdrawn) etc.? Thanks for any help.
I have a $500 bounce protection on my account?
I'll answer your questions in order
1. they way it works is: you write a check or use your debit card for a purchase that is greater than what you have avaiable. Money then gets pulled from whatever your overdraft source is, like a credit card, savings account, line of credit and it covers your charge and prevents it from bouncing and being returned.
2.Most banks charge your account off after 30-60 days of being at a negative balance each day. It then gets reported to ChexSystems and you will not be able to open an account until that is cleared up. Going negative for a week only hurts your pocket. Your bank may charge continuous overdraft fees for each day you are negative, so it could add up real fast.
3.If you were to do that, the bank may shut down your debit card for abuse if you are in the negative continuously. For example, banks are loaning you money when you overdraw your account, but at the same time, if a customer pays the fee, then they just made their profit. Fees are a huge profit source for a bank.
Reply:Yes, but there MIGHT be a few linked to doing it.
Have you checked with the dental office to see if you could make a down payment and then set a repayment schedule with them?
Or, use a credit card if you have one and pay it off like you plan the overdraft.
Reply:Yes, you can use the overdraft in the sense you are speaking of (Positive, then take out more etc)
But beware, there are some mighty hefty fee's associated with using the overdraft...
Usually $5 for each withdrawal, then a monthly fee on top of that... If it goes into overdraft 3wks out of a month, you'd probably be looking at $250+ in bank fees.
Reply:Dont do it, you will get huge overdraft fees that you wont be able to keep up with! Use a credit card or go to your bank and ask for a loan or your parents.
Reply:First, you pay a fee to have them cover the money for you. Then, you will pay a ridiculous interest rate, like having a horrible credit card (usually about 19%) on the borrowed money.
Your best bet is to just talk to the Dental Clinic and work out a payment plan. For example, $300 now and $100 per pay check until the balance is paid off. Many times, they would rather work out a payment plan ahead of time than lose your business or not get paid because of a bounced check, etc.
I have a $500 bounce protection on my account?
I'll answer your questions in order
1. they way it works is: you write a check or use your debit card for a purchase that is greater than what you have avaiable. Money then gets pulled from whatever your overdraft source is, like a credit card, savings account, line of credit and it covers your charge and prevents it from bouncing and being returned.
2.Most banks charge your account off after 30-60 days of being at a negative balance each day. It then gets reported to ChexSystems and you will not be able to open an account until that is cleared up. Going negative for a week only hurts your pocket. Your bank may charge continuous overdraft fees for each day you are negative, so it could add up real fast.
3.If you were to do that, the bank may shut down your debit card for abuse if you are in the negative continuously. For example, banks are loaning you money when you overdraw your account, but at the same time, if a customer pays the fee, then they just made their profit. Fees are a huge profit source for a bank.
Reply:Yes, but there MIGHT be a few linked to doing it.
Have you checked with the dental office to see if you could make a down payment and then set a repayment schedule with them?
Or, use a credit card if you have one and pay it off like you plan the overdraft.
Reply:Yes, you can use the overdraft in the sense you are speaking of (Positive, then take out more etc)
But beware, there are some mighty hefty fee's associated with using the overdraft...
Usually $5 for each withdrawal, then a monthly fee on top of that... If it goes into overdraft 3wks out of a month, you'd probably be looking at $250+ in bank fees.
Reply:Dont do it, you will get huge overdraft fees that you wont be able to keep up with! Use a credit card or go to your bank and ask for a loan or your parents.
Reply:First, you pay a fee to have them cover the money for you. Then, you will pay a ridiculous interest rate, like having a horrible credit card (usually about 19%) on the borrowed money.
Your best bet is to just talk to the Dental Clinic and work out a payment plan. For example, $300 now and $100 per pay check until the balance is paid off. Many times, they would rather work out a payment plan ahead of time than lose your business or not get paid because of a bounced check, etc.
Toothy pegs?
Can any one tell me how much you would expect to pay for the following dental procedures on the NHS?
Filling; white/silver?
Stain/tartar removal with Hygienist
Crown replacement
Root canal
I'm trying to convince my boyfriend to go to the dentist, but he doesn't want to because he thinks he'll have to have a lot of work done. I'd like prices so a) he won't be shocked when he gets there and b) he carries on going so he doesn't need to have these things done.
Toothy pegs?
Since April ist of this year there is now only price bands
Band 1-£15.90 standard check which includes xrays and scaling/polishing.
Band 2-£43.60-this covers the above and any fillings/root canal treatment.
Band 3- £194.00 again this covers both the 1/2 bands and also covers any Crowns/Dentures.
The maximum fee on the NHS is band 3-£194, the fee will not go any higher than this.
White fillings are only available on front teeth on the NHS, if you opt for white fillings on back teeth this has to be carried out on a private basis and could set you back between £60/70 per filling- dont quote me on that though, im just using my surgery as a rough guide.
It's also worth remembering if you B/F does visit the dentist and finds out he need's Root canal treatment, and a crown to go over the remaining tooth, it will be silver crown if it's a back tooth, nhs dont allow white crowns on back teeth.
If he opts for a white crown this will have to be done privately and so will the root treatment, you cannot mix/match Nhs/private treatment on the same tooth!
hope this has been of some help!
Reply:http://www.nhs.uk/England/Dentists/Denta...
These are the NHS prices. There are three bands.
Hope this helps!!
Reply:He can always go to the dentist for a Check up. The dentist should go through with him what work need doing and how much it will cost.
You dont have to have the work done.
Phone arround and just ask for different quotes for check ups.
But if you can find a NHS dentist then your in luck. There like Hens teeth to find.
I had a quote of £350 for a root canal with a Gold filling.
Told it too much and so just filled it with white for aboout £100. But this was a private dentist whos prices are sky high anyway.
A smallish silver filling would normally be no more than 40-50 quid.
Reply:NHS dental prices have been simplified so you ONLY pay one of three prices for ANY treatment. The 3 possible costs correspond to 1) Basic checkup 2) Basic checkup and some simpler work 3) Basic checkup and more extensive work. So he can now find out what the most he could possibly have to pay and be certain that it won't cost any more! Hurray! The link from the first person has the prices. Hxx
Reply:Well it can vary from location but white filling around $75-175 depending on location/size and silver fill is normally slightly less. A regular cleaning/checkup/x-rays can run from $95-150 dollars but if it has been a very long time since he had a cleaning he may need a deep cleaning which is more expensive and can run up to $600-800 dollars for the full mouth and is necessary to remove buildup deep underneath gumlines that is causing bone loss/periodontal disease. Crown replacement anywhere from $200-1000 dollars depending on crown color (silver is cheaper than white/gold). Crown recementation if the crown has come off, if possible would be much cheaper, $50.
Root canal depends on tooth $500-1000
Reply:On the NHS it's £15.90 for check-up, scale and polish and any X-rays needed, £43.60 for fillings/root canal treatment and £194 for crowns/bridges/dentures. These amounts cover any amount of work needed within that band, e.g. if he needs a crown and 2 fillings it would just be £194. Bear in mind he might not be able to get white fillings in back teeth on the NHS.
Filling; white/silver?
Stain/tartar removal with Hygienist
Crown replacement
Root canal
I'm trying to convince my boyfriend to go to the dentist, but he doesn't want to because he thinks he'll have to have a lot of work done. I'd like prices so a) he won't be shocked when he gets there and b) he carries on going so he doesn't need to have these things done.
Toothy pegs?
Since April ist of this year there is now only price bands
Band 1-£15.90 standard check which includes xrays and scaling/polishing.
Band 2-£43.60-this covers the above and any fillings/root canal treatment.
Band 3- £194.00 again this covers both the 1/2 bands and also covers any Crowns/Dentures.
The maximum fee on the NHS is band 3-£194, the fee will not go any higher than this.
White fillings are only available on front teeth on the NHS, if you opt for white fillings on back teeth this has to be carried out on a private basis and could set you back between £60/70 per filling- dont quote me on that though, im just using my surgery as a rough guide.
It's also worth remembering if you B/F does visit the dentist and finds out he need's Root canal treatment, and a crown to go over the remaining tooth, it will be silver crown if it's a back tooth, nhs dont allow white crowns on back teeth.
If he opts for a white crown this will have to be done privately and so will the root treatment, you cannot mix/match Nhs/private treatment on the same tooth!
hope this has been of some help!
Reply:http://www.nhs.uk/England/Dentists/Denta...
These are the NHS prices. There are three bands.
Hope this helps!!
Reply:He can always go to the dentist for a Check up. The dentist should go through with him what work need doing and how much it will cost.
You dont have to have the work done.
Phone arround and just ask for different quotes for check ups.
But if you can find a NHS dentist then your in luck. There like Hens teeth to find.
I had a quote of £350 for a root canal with a Gold filling.
Told it too much and so just filled it with white for aboout £100. But this was a private dentist whos prices are sky high anyway.
A smallish silver filling would normally be no more than 40-50 quid.
Reply:NHS dental prices have been simplified so you ONLY pay one of three prices for ANY treatment. The 3 possible costs correspond to 1) Basic checkup 2) Basic checkup and some simpler work 3) Basic checkup and more extensive work. So he can now find out what the most he could possibly have to pay and be certain that it won't cost any more! Hurray! The link from the first person has the prices. Hxx
Reply:Well it can vary from location but white filling around $75-175 depending on location/size and silver fill is normally slightly less. A regular cleaning/checkup/x-rays can run from $95-150 dollars but if it has been a very long time since he had a cleaning he may need a deep cleaning which is more expensive and can run up to $600-800 dollars for the full mouth and is necessary to remove buildup deep underneath gumlines that is causing bone loss/periodontal disease. Crown replacement anywhere from $200-1000 dollars depending on crown color (silver is cheaper than white/gold). Crown recementation if the crown has come off, if possible would be much cheaper, $50.
Root canal depends on tooth $500-1000
Reply:On the NHS it's £15.90 for check-up, scale and polish and any X-rays needed, £43.60 for fillings/root canal treatment and £194 for crowns/bridges/dentures. These amounts cover any amount of work needed within that band, e.g. if he needs a crown and 2 fillings it would just be £194. Bear in mind he might not be able to get white fillings in back teeth on the NHS.
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
as in the kind of tea tree oil used in this:
Bad Breath, Inflamed Gums, and Plaque
Tea Tree Oil, when used as a mouth wash, acts as a natural cure for bad breath, oral candidiasis, gingivitis, plaque, and inflamed gums. It also kills mouth bacteria prior to dental surgery and also reduces mouth irritation that is often caused by dental procedures.
* Add 3 drops of Tea Tree Oil to a cup of warm water.
* Use the solution as a mouthwash two to three times daily.
* Always spit out the Tea Tree Oil mouthwash. Do not swallow it.
* You may also add 1 drop of Tea Tree Oil to toothpaste when brushing teeth.
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
The Body Shop sells tons of tea tree oil products....they may have it in pure form as well.
Reply:the body shop is a decent retailer but it's only 15% not pure.
but that would be sufficient.
Reply:Aside from the Body Shop, you can also try Healthy Options. They have branches in Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Powerplant Mall, Bonifacio High Street and Megamall. Here's the website: http://www.healthyoptions.com.ph/home.ph...
Bad Breath, Inflamed Gums, and Plaque
Tea Tree Oil, when used as a mouth wash, acts as a natural cure for bad breath, oral candidiasis, gingivitis, plaque, and inflamed gums. It also kills mouth bacteria prior to dental surgery and also reduces mouth irritation that is often caused by dental procedures.
* Add 3 drops of Tea Tree Oil to a cup of warm water.
* Use the solution as a mouthwash two to three times daily.
* Always spit out the Tea Tree Oil mouthwash. Do not swallow it.
* You may also add 1 drop of Tea Tree Oil to toothpaste when brushing teeth.
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
The Body Shop sells tons of tea tree oil products....they may have it in pure form as well.
Reply:the body shop is a decent retailer but it's only 15% not pure.
but that would be sufficient.
Reply:Aside from the Body Shop, you can also try Healthy Options. They have branches in Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Powerplant Mall, Bonifacio High Street and Megamall. Here's the website: http://www.healthyoptions.com.ph/home.ph...
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
as in the kind of tea tree oil used in this:
Bad Breath, Inflamed Gums, and Plaque
Tea Tree Oil, when used as a mouth wash, acts as a natural cure for bad breath, oral candidiasis, gingivitis, plaque, and inflamed gums. It also kills mouth bacteria prior to dental surgery and also reduces mouth irritation that is often caused by dental procedures.
* Add 3 drops of Tea Tree Oil to a cup of warm water.
* Use the solution as a mouthwash two to three times daily.
* Always spit out the Tea Tree Oil mouthwash. Do not swallow it.
* You may also add 1 drop of Tea Tree Oil to toothpaste when brushing teeth.
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
qvc
Reply:You can try The Body Shop or a health food shop.
If you want to cure Bad Breath, use Oral-B 3 times a day.
Oral-B is an antiseptic and leaves a nice fresh taste in ones mouth, unlike some of the other mouth fresheners.
Use it in the same proportion as you use Tee Tree oil
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Reply:A tea-tree shop?
Reply:If you're having trouble finding it in retail stores (try pharmacies, and larger department stores), remember that you can buy pretty much anything online. If you don't have a credit card, look into using PayPal.
Yellow Teeth
Bad Breath, Inflamed Gums, and Plaque
Tea Tree Oil, when used as a mouth wash, acts as a natural cure for bad breath, oral candidiasis, gingivitis, plaque, and inflamed gums. It also kills mouth bacteria prior to dental surgery and also reduces mouth irritation that is often caused by dental procedures.
* Add 3 drops of Tea Tree Oil to a cup of warm water.
* Use the solution as a mouthwash two to three times daily.
* Always spit out the Tea Tree Oil mouthwash. Do not swallow it.
* You may also add 1 drop of Tea Tree Oil to toothpaste when brushing teeth.
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
qvc
Reply:You can try The Body Shop or a health food shop.
If you want to cure Bad Breath, use Oral-B 3 times a day.
Oral-B is an antiseptic and leaves a nice fresh taste in ones mouth, unlike some of the other mouth fresheners.
Use it in the same proportion as you use Tee Tree oil
*..*
Reply:A tea-tree shop?
Reply:If you're having trouble finding it in retail stores (try pharmacies, and larger department stores), remember that you can buy pretty much anything online. If you don't have a credit card, look into using PayPal.
Yellow Teeth
First time cat owner to a shelter animal!?
A little intro first...
I asked a while back about getting a shelter animal, and today I adopted her! Her name is Jenna and she is a 6 year old domestic short-haired cat. I got acquainted with her today and tomorrow I will be taking her home (they need to do her dental procedures before she comes home.) I have never personally owned a cat though my family did for some time while I was a kid. I've already set up her litter box, food and water, her bed and toys and gotten a collar. She will be living with me alone in my apartment. She has been declawed, microchipped, and all of her medical procedures have been taken care of up to date. Her previous owners gave her to the shelter because she 'didn't get along with the new kitten.'
Now for my question...
As a first-time cat owner, how can I help her settle in, feel comfortable, and are there any things I need to know as a new cat owner?
Thanks!!
First time cat owner to a shelter animal!?
Here is a trick our vet showed us to help our cat acclimate to his new surroundings:
Put him into the room that will be considered his "sleeping quarters". Be sure the room has a door which can be shut to seclude him. In this room you should also put his cat box by the door, and his food %26amp; water bowls in the complete opposite corner of the cat box (as far away from the cat box as possible). His bed should be where it will always be. Rub a little bit of butter on top of both of his front paws %26amp; legs (not too much, just enough to make his paws a bit greasy), and confine him in the room for at least a week. Keep an eye on his paws, when he starts to clean himself, he has grown used to the room and considers it home (cats do not clean themselves when they are not at home). Be sure you interact with the cat many times during this process. You need to be in the room with him as much as you can, petting him, talking to him, playing with him, and if it's your bedroom, sleeping with him. Once he starts to clean himself, you will also hear him purr more often. Then you can let him explore the rest of the home. He will always come back to "his" room if he feels threatened or afraid. At this time you can move his catbox and food bowls to their permanent locations and show him where they are. He will find them on his own very quickly. After a month of exploring your apartment, you can put him on a leash and slowly take him outside to discover the neighborhood. He will quickly learn where home is and he will come home if he gets out. Remember that if you don't declaw him, he will have a much better chance of surviving outside.
It seems like a lot of work, but you will be happy with the results. We have moved 5 times since we first brought home our "kitten" and he never ran away. He is 19 years old now. The acclamation process worked every time, even for an old cat. The last time we moved our cat was 10 years old (7 years is considered a senion cat).
Good luck, with your new best friend!
Reply:the FIRST thing u should do (once u get the cat @ home) is IMMEDIATELY show it the litter box. Just take the cat, and sit it in there... It will smell it acouple times and know that this is the "business" area. Then, after that, just show it love and affection.
Some cats "relocate" differently than others. I found a free cat in my newspaper, and when I brought him home, he hid in our basement for like 2-3 weeks. Then, he started to come out of his shell. And it took him over a year to really start to like me....
Sometimes, it depends with an older cat, and how many people you'll have around that they have to get used to. Since you live alone, and in apartment (not a big house), you should be fine.
Reply:I brought in an "outdoor" cat that was headed to a shelter. He's been here almost 6 years and has never wandered. Just give her the love she craves. Show her where the box is and let her roam. Let her hide under the bed. Let her decide it's HOME. She'll love you always for it!!
Reply:Get a cardboard box and cut a door in it--and put in a towel, or a baby blanket. let the cat have as many days in its box as it wants, and it will acclimate at its own pace.
Speak gently to it, and move slowly around it till it relaxes. Stroke it when it comes up to you, and it will bond. Best of luck.
Reply:Keep her confined to one room for at least the first few days, preferably a quiet one. It's less of an upheaval to become familiar with a smaller area first. Once she's comfortable and you start letting her, she'll investigate the rest of her new home at her own pace. If she's nervous around you at first, one thing that might help is putting an unwashed blanket or item of clothing in her bed. It'll carry your scent, and she'll become accustomed to it and associate it with comfort.
Also, since she's declawed, make sure you keep her as an indoor cat. If she does slip out on accident she most likely still has her rear claws and would be at least partially capable of taking care of herself, but it's always safer to keep cats indoors if possible.
Some cats adjust instantly to their new surroundings, but some others can take months. Be patient and accomodating, and she'll bring a lot of joy to your life. Congratulations!
Reply:We adopted a 4 yr old shelter cat last summer. First thing we did was put her in the basement where her litterbox and food was and shut the door. The basement is a finished basement. We stayed with her until she looked around and used her litterbox. Once she used her litterbox (like 20 min later, if that) we opened the door and let her explore upstairs. She hid under the bed for a bit and eventually she would sit between my b/f and I. We kept her in the basement overnight for a couple nights or a week just to make sure she would use her litterbox. And we kept her there during the day when we were at work for a few days. I came home at lunch time to make sure she was alright.
After a few days or a week we let her roam the house during the day. She did fine, so we let her roam around at night too. She even slept between us on the bed. Unfortunately she isn't that cuddly to us anymore and just likes to be close by, laying on the floor near us, but not touching us, and laying at the end of the bed at night. Overall she transitioned well!! She is constantly purring and playing.
Good luck!!
I asked a while back about getting a shelter animal, and today I adopted her! Her name is Jenna and she is a 6 year old domestic short-haired cat. I got acquainted with her today and tomorrow I will be taking her home (they need to do her dental procedures before she comes home.) I have never personally owned a cat though my family did for some time while I was a kid. I've already set up her litter box, food and water, her bed and toys and gotten a collar. She will be living with me alone in my apartment. She has been declawed, microchipped, and all of her medical procedures have been taken care of up to date. Her previous owners gave her to the shelter because she 'didn't get along with the new kitten.'
Now for my question...
As a first-time cat owner, how can I help her settle in, feel comfortable, and are there any things I need to know as a new cat owner?
Thanks!!
First time cat owner to a shelter animal!?
Here is a trick our vet showed us to help our cat acclimate to his new surroundings:
Put him into the room that will be considered his "sleeping quarters". Be sure the room has a door which can be shut to seclude him. In this room you should also put his cat box by the door, and his food %26amp; water bowls in the complete opposite corner of the cat box (as far away from the cat box as possible). His bed should be where it will always be. Rub a little bit of butter on top of both of his front paws %26amp; legs (not too much, just enough to make his paws a bit greasy), and confine him in the room for at least a week. Keep an eye on his paws, when he starts to clean himself, he has grown used to the room and considers it home (cats do not clean themselves when they are not at home). Be sure you interact with the cat many times during this process. You need to be in the room with him as much as you can, petting him, talking to him, playing with him, and if it's your bedroom, sleeping with him. Once he starts to clean himself, you will also hear him purr more often. Then you can let him explore the rest of the home. He will always come back to "his" room if he feels threatened or afraid. At this time you can move his catbox and food bowls to their permanent locations and show him where they are. He will find them on his own very quickly. After a month of exploring your apartment, you can put him on a leash and slowly take him outside to discover the neighborhood. He will quickly learn where home is and he will come home if he gets out. Remember that if you don't declaw him, he will have a much better chance of surviving outside.
It seems like a lot of work, but you will be happy with the results. We have moved 5 times since we first brought home our "kitten" and he never ran away. He is 19 years old now. The acclamation process worked every time, even for an old cat. The last time we moved our cat was 10 years old (7 years is considered a senion cat).
Good luck, with your new best friend!
Reply:the FIRST thing u should do (once u get the cat @ home) is IMMEDIATELY show it the litter box. Just take the cat, and sit it in there... It will smell it acouple times and know that this is the "business" area. Then, after that, just show it love and affection.
Some cats "relocate" differently than others. I found a free cat in my newspaper, and when I brought him home, he hid in our basement for like 2-3 weeks. Then, he started to come out of his shell. And it took him over a year to really start to like me....
Sometimes, it depends with an older cat, and how many people you'll have around that they have to get used to. Since you live alone, and in apartment (not a big house), you should be fine.
Reply:I brought in an "outdoor" cat that was headed to a shelter. He's been here almost 6 years and has never wandered. Just give her the love she craves. Show her where the box is and let her roam. Let her hide under the bed. Let her decide it's HOME. She'll love you always for it!!
Reply:Get a cardboard box and cut a door in it--and put in a towel, or a baby blanket. let the cat have as many days in its box as it wants, and it will acclimate at its own pace.
Speak gently to it, and move slowly around it till it relaxes. Stroke it when it comes up to you, and it will bond. Best of luck.
Reply:Keep her confined to one room for at least the first few days, preferably a quiet one. It's less of an upheaval to become familiar with a smaller area first. Once she's comfortable and you start letting her, she'll investigate the rest of her new home at her own pace. If she's nervous around you at first, one thing that might help is putting an unwashed blanket or item of clothing in her bed. It'll carry your scent, and she'll become accustomed to it and associate it with comfort.
Also, since she's declawed, make sure you keep her as an indoor cat. If she does slip out on accident she most likely still has her rear claws and would be at least partially capable of taking care of herself, but it's always safer to keep cats indoors if possible.
Some cats adjust instantly to their new surroundings, but some others can take months. Be patient and accomodating, and she'll bring a lot of joy to your life. Congratulations!
Reply:We adopted a 4 yr old shelter cat last summer. First thing we did was put her in the basement where her litterbox and food was and shut the door. The basement is a finished basement. We stayed with her until she looked around and used her litterbox. Once she used her litterbox (like 20 min later, if that) we opened the door and let her explore upstairs. She hid under the bed for a bit and eventually she would sit between my b/f and I. We kept her in the basement overnight for a couple nights or a week just to make sure she would use her litterbox. And we kept her there during the day when we were at work for a few days. I came home at lunch time to make sure she was alright.
After a few days or a week we let her roam the house during the day. She did fine, so we let her roam around at night too. She even slept between us on the bed. Unfortunately she isn't that cuddly to us anymore and just likes to be close by, laying on the floor near us, but not touching us, and laying at the end of the bed at night. Overall she transitioned well!! She is constantly purring and playing.
Good luck!!
Softness where my wisdom tooth is coming in..?
where my top upper wisdom tooth is (or should be)it is soft, swollen and squishy, painful too!
I know I should get it out, but i'm nervous about the procedure (but not nervous with anything else containing to dental procedures) but i'm just unsure of what is going on..
Is this normal when a wisdom tooth is coming in? or is it infected? It just started today it's not too painful but when i touch it is sore..
Softness where my wisdom tooth is coming in..?
Sounds like you have an absest tooth. They will have to get it out very soon. That liquid as you are describing is pure poison. If it's not removed you are risking a lot more problems then just being scared of the procedure! You can face a bone infection. (Which is the absolute hardest infection to cure!) It will eventally spread into your jaw if not kill you first! Do not play around with this get it taken care of before it is too late! Try a dentist that will put you under for this one and get them all out at once. It will save you in the long run. We all have to face this in life! It is up to you to be responsible for yourself for your health sake! Call your dentist explain, he would probably be happy to perscribe the appropriate antibiotic to get you so you can be worked on! Novacaine usually doesn't work as well if not at all when a heavy infection is present. Hope this helps! Stop wasting precious time here, and get it done! Don't say you weren't warned!
Reply:The procedure is different for everyone. I had all 4 of my wisdom teeth removed a month ago, and I was eating solid food that same night. My face barely swelled up, and the pain was minimal. As for the softness and pain, I think that's pretty normal.
Reply:It sounds like the tooth is trying to break through the gums on it's own. That can be very tender. If the dentist says you need to have it removed then by all means do it. Don't be too worried about the procedure. I had all 4 wisdom teeth removed at the same time and was only semi-sedated to have it done.
Reply:You don't necessarily need to have it extracted. The tissue covering the wisdom tooth always get sore, swollen %26amp; sometimes bleeds when the tooth is breaking through the skin. Give it a few days, be sure to brush 3 times a day %26amp; don't use mouthwash with alcohol because it can irritate the tissue.
If you feel throbbing pain or persistent pain, that probably means that the wisdom tooth that is coming out is pressing against your existing molar, (i.e. it's impacted) and might need to be removed. If the entire tooth breaks through the skin with and has adequate room, you don't need to have it extracted.
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I know I should get it out, but i'm nervous about the procedure (but not nervous with anything else containing to dental procedures) but i'm just unsure of what is going on..
Is this normal when a wisdom tooth is coming in? or is it infected? It just started today it's not too painful but when i touch it is sore..
Softness where my wisdom tooth is coming in..?
Sounds like you have an absest tooth. They will have to get it out very soon. That liquid as you are describing is pure poison. If it's not removed you are risking a lot more problems then just being scared of the procedure! You can face a bone infection. (Which is the absolute hardest infection to cure!) It will eventally spread into your jaw if not kill you first! Do not play around with this get it taken care of before it is too late! Try a dentist that will put you under for this one and get them all out at once. It will save you in the long run. We all have to face this in life! It is up to you to be responsible for yourself for your health sake! Call your dentist explain, he would probably be happy to perscribe the appropriate antibiotic to get you so you can be worked on! Novacaine usually doesn't work as well if not at all when a heavy infection is present. Hope this helps! Stop wasting precious time here, and get it done! Don't say you weren't warned!
Reply:The procedure is different for everyone. I had all 4 of my wisdom teeth removed a month ago, and I was eating solid food that same night. My face barely swelled up, and the pain was minimal. As for the softness and pain, I think that's pretty normal.
Reply:It sounds like the tooth is trying to break through the gums on it's own. That can be very tender. If the dentist says you need to have it removed then by all means do it. Don't be too worried about the procedure. I had all 4 wisdom teeth removed at the same time and was only semi-sedated to have it done.
Reply:You don't necessarily need to have it extracted. The tissue covering the wisdom tooth always get sore, swollen %26amp; sometimes bleeds when the tooth is breaking through the skin. Give it a few days, be sure to brush 3 times a day %26amp; don't use mouthwash with alcohol because it can irritate the tissue.
If you feel throbbing pain or persistent pain, that probably means that the wisdom tooth that is coming out is pressing against your existing molar, (i.e. it's impacted) and might need to be removed. If the entire tooth breaks through the skin with and has adequate room, you don't need to have it extracted.
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What triggers the appearance of canker sores?
I had some minor oral surgery on Monday, and two or three canker sores have come up since then.
This isn't the first time canker sores followed a dental appointment. Are there dental procedures that might trigger the outbreak of the sores?
They're on the same side of my mouth as the surgery, but not actually where the surgery took place. Neither are they the points where novocaine was injected.
What triggers the appearance of canker sores?
For one thing, nervousness and stress can cause them. When I was really stressed out from my bf and school I got one. Google it. Also, after your mouth has gone through some stress it's possible that it's just not healing very well. =) To help the pain, Tanac numbs it and works great. I used that and mine went away in a day (stress related ones can stay for weeks).
Reply:Stress and trauma are the two most common causes of aphthae. Good Luck
This isn't the first time canker sores followed a dental appointment. Are there dental procedures that might trigger the outbreak of the sores?
They're on the same side of my mouth as the surgery, but not actually where the surgery took place. Neither are they the points where novocaine was injected.
What triggers the appearance of canker sores?
For one thing, nervousness and stress can cause them. When I was really stressed out from my bf and school I got one. Google it. Also, after your mouth has gone through some stress it's possible that it's just not healing very well. =) To help the pain, Tanac numbs it and works great. I used that and mine went away in a day (stress related ones can stay for weeks).
Reply:Stress and trauma are the two most common causes of aphthae. Good Luck
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
as in the kind of tea tree oil used in this:
Bad Breath, Inflamed Gums, and Plaque
Tea Tree Oil, when used as a mouth wash, acts as a natural cure for bad breath, oral candidiasis, gingivitis, plaque, and inflamed gums. It also kills mouth bacteria prior to dental surgery and also reduces mouth irritation that is often caused by dental procedures.
* Add 3 drops of Tea Tree Oil to a cup of warm water.
* Use the solution as a mouthwash two to three times daily.
* Always spit out the Tea Tree Oil mouthwash. Do not swallow it.
* You may also add 1 drop of Tea Tree Oil to toothpaste when brushing teeth.
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
Try look in the pharmacy.
Bad Breath, Inflamed Gums, and Plaque
Tea Tree Oil, when used as a mouth wash, acts as a natural cure for bad breath, oral candidiasis, gingivitis, plaque, and inflamed gums. It also kills mouth bacteria prior to dental surgery and also reduces mouth irritation that is often caused by dental procedures.
* Add 3 drops of Tea Tree Oil to a cup of warm water.
* Use the solution as a mouthwash two to three times daily.
* Always spit out the Tea Tree Oil mouthwash. Do not swallow it.
* You may also add 1 drop of Tea Tree Oil to toothpaste when brushing teeth.
Where can i buy pure tea tree oil in metro manila? (philippines)?
Try look in the pharmacy.
Is there somebody that can help financially - medical related?
Wife suffers from SLE and needs to undergo a surgical (dental) procedure. Medical aid conciders it to be cosmetic, so they wont pay for the procedures - but without teeth she cannot eat - need +/- R110 000-00 (SA money) we do not have the capital. Doctor's reports available. The longer we wait the more damage there is to teeth and her health - she already lost about 10 kg's. Please if there is somebody out there to help we'd appreciate it!!
Teeth fall out and break for nothing - she cannot chew and docters say normal "false teeth" in her case will not be of any benefit, since she does not have saliva available in mouth and mouth sores will be the order of the day - due to SLE. Her jawbone is also deteriorating because 75% of teeth already lost!
Is there somebody that can help financially - medical related?
There's too many scams out to believe something like this.
If it's true, I apolgize but most doctors have payment plans available. I'd check with a few other docs to see what's goin on. You may also be able to ask the doctor(s) his/her advice on how to prove that the procdure is not simply cosmetic.
Reply:Let me chew over this one for a few days.
Reply:Sorry mate, but charity begins at home, my home, im having enough trouble keeping my own head above water to part with any of my hard earnt cash!
Teeth fall out and break for nothing - she cannot chew and docters say normal "false teeth" in her case will not be of any benefit, since she does not have saliva available in mouth and mouth sores will be the order of the day - due to SLE. Her jawbone is also deteriorating because 75% of teeth already lost!
Is there somebody that can help financially - medical related?
There's too many scams out to believe something like this.
If it's true, I apolgize but most doctors have payment plans available. I'd check with a few other docs to see what's goin on. You may also be able to ask the doctor(s) his/her advice on how to prove that the procdure is not simply cosmetic.
Reply:Let me chew over this one for a few days.
Reply:Sorry mate, but charity begins at home, my home, im having enough trouble keeping my own head above water to part with any of my hard earnt cash!
Can 'permanent' porcelain veneers be replaced? Is it difficult to detach the veneer? How is it done?
I had 4 veneers placed. They look more yellow then my front 2 teeth. My front 2 teeth are naturally quite white. I have had a nightmare dentist and he had no artistic eye. He even chipped the permanent veneers. The dentist is now complete and I want to go to another dental clinic and have completely new veneers done. My question is how difficult it will be for the dentist to remove the veneers? Also will it cause trauma to my teeth?
Thanks.....
Please make sure that you speak to other patients of the dentist before doing any dental procedures. It is unfortunate when one is at the mercy of a dentist ......
Can 'permanent' porcelain veneers be replaced? Is it difficult to detach the veneer? How is it done?
its quite easy to remove and replace them.. the dentist will just cut a fissure in the middle and then break it off the tooth using something looking like a screwdriver. it wont break the tooth... the cement is less strong and will break before the tooth.
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Thanks.....
Please make sure that you speak to other patients of the dentist before doing any dental procedures. It is unfortunate when one is at the mercy of a dentist ......
Can 'permanent' porcelain veneers be replaced? Is it difficult to detach the veneer? How is it done?
its quite easy to remove and replace them.. the dentist will just cut a fissure in the middle and then break it off the tooth using something looking like a screwdriver. it wont break the tooth... the cement is less strong and will break before the tooth.
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Do they use dams anymore?
Is it still common practice to use dental dams when doing dental procedures or have they become a thing of the past, because everyone I know seems to know them more from the sex-ed point of view.
Do they use dams anymore?
Dental dams are still being used but each dentist is different. We were required to used them all the time in dental school as a learning mechanism. Out in private practice, each dentist uses their own disgression. Procedures such as most root canals and certain fillings that require very good isolation will need them. They are pretty popular for young kids as to prevent them from accidentally swallowing something.
Reply:Dental dams are used any time the dentist needs to isolate a tooth. They are almost always used during a root canal and many pedodontists (specializing in children) use them because it keeps water and tooth "gunk" from going down the patients throat.
Reply:Yep, we still use them. Some office use them more than others. We use them for root canals and if we are having a hard time keeping the tooth isolated.
Reply:yup still used but every dentist is different
Reply:I use a dam for most root canals and many bonded fillings. If it is the quickest and easiest way to isolate a dry field, then it's my first choice. If I see 10-12 patients a day, I may use the dam 4 or 5 times a day.
Do they use dams anymore?
Dental dams are still being used but each dentist is different. We were required to used them all the time in dental school as a learning mechanism. Out in private practice, each dentist uses their own disgression. Procedures such as most root canals and certain fillings that require very good isolation will need them. They are pretty popular for young kids as to prevent them from accidentally swallowing something.
Reply:Dental dams are used any time the dentist needs to isolate a tooth. They are almost always used during a root canal and many pedodontists (specializing in children) use them because it keeps water and tooth "gunk" from going down the patients throat.
Reply:Yep, we still use them. Some office use them more than others. We use them for root canals and if we are having a hard time keeping the tooth isolated.
Reply:yup still used but every dentist is different
Reply:I use a dam for most root canals and many bonded fillings. If it is the quickest and easiest way to isolate a dry field, then it's my first choice. If I see 10-12 patients a day, I may use the dam 4 or 5 times a day.
How can you tactfully tell someone...?
That you want them to have a minor plastic surgery procedure? I know I'm going to get inundated with negative comments directed at me personally and at my inquiry, but I have someone special in my life that I've been with for awhile. The only thing is that I hate this bump on his nose, it gets in the way when I want to kiss him, and I really want him to just shave it down--but he refuses. However, he will do everything else to himself to make himself more attractive (i.e. hair styles, expensive clothes, costly dental procedures, etc.) I am in no way the hottest person alive, and I find problems with myself that I want to fix, but I am wary about it. I understand how he would feel if I brought up the issue saying, "What about getting your nose shaved down a bit?" So, what should I do? Be honest, and don't tell me not to be superficial. It's too idealistic.
How can you tactfully tell someone...?
Well, you are asking how to tell him you want him to have it done, but in the question you say "I really want him to just shave it down--but he refuses"... so it sounds like you have already asked him and he said no. So maybe you are asking if it's ok to DEMAND he get it done. That would be a NO. What if he demanded you get breast implants at the same time? I respect the way you phrased the question, and I am sure you mean well, but you can't ask him to get rhinoplasty for you. Did you know that persons who get nose jobs often wind up with allergies and sinus problems? There is no such thing as a little operation. If it really troubles you that much, you should get out of the relationship. That bump is just going to look bigger and bigger, and you are probably going to feel more and more resentful. You both deserve better than that. Good luck.
Reply:If it bothers you so much and talking to him doesn't help then you have a choice to make. You can either accept his decision to leave it alone or leave him. Pretty simple.
Reply:It seems like you have already approached the subject and he refused. How much do you truly care for this person if you are not happy with this "flaw"? If the situation were reversed, would you comply or just get bent out of shape for your loved one to tell you that you would be more desirable to me if you made this alteration?
How can you tactfully tell someone...?
Well, you are asking how to tell him you want him to have it done, but in the question you say "I really want him to just shave it down--but he refuses"... so it sounds like you have already asked him and he said no. So maybe you are asking if it's ok to DEMAND he get it done. That would be a NO. What if he demanded you get breast implants at the same time? I respect the way you phrased the question, and I am sure you mean well, but you can't ask him to get rhinoplasty for you. Did you know that persons who get nose jobs often wind up with allergies and sinus problems? There is no such thing as a little operation. If it really troubles you that much, you should get out of the relationship. That bump is just going to look bigger and bigger, and you are probably going to feel more and more resentful. You both deserve better than that. Good luck.
Reply:If it bothers you so much and talking to him doesn't help then you have a choice to make. You can either accept his decision to leave it alone or leave him. Pretty simple.
Reply:It seems like you have already approached the subject and he refused. How much do you truly care for this person if you are not happy with this "flaw"? If the situation were reversed, would you comply or just get bent out of shape for your loved one to tell you that you would be more desirable to me if you made this alteration?
What is the procedure when having your teeth whitened and the costs involved?
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procedure for whitening of your teeth?
What is the procedure when having your teeth whitened and the costs involved?
First you have to have your teeth cleaned the usual way. Then they make an impression of your teeth so that they can make a silicone frame in which you will be able to place the whitening material. When the frame is all ready, my experience was that the dentist performed the first whitening treatment. Then you get some whitening agents in a tube or syringe so that you can perform the treatments at home, two times a day for half an hour. All in all, the whole story takes about 3-4 weeks depending on the condition of your teeth. I was advised not to do the whitening treatment more than once as it weakens the tooth enamel. Also I was advised, in order to maintain the results, to use a whitening toothpaste. I am sure that the costs vary from area to area; I paid $400.
Reply:Involved are 4, 20 minute sessions in a row..total of 1 hr. 45 min to 2 hr.. The cost (what I paid) is about $400 american.
Reply:It involves having caps/moulds made for top and bottom rows of teeth.
You're given a carbamide peroxide solution which you inject into the caps/moulds. These you put onto your rows of teeth for several hours depending on the need.
A little of the solution is required. I injected too much last week and suffered the following night with tummy pains. I drank lots of water to flush out the toxins but it left me cold and shivery for a day or two. My dentist said there was absolutely no potentional harm in swallowing a mouthfull.
It does make a difference and cost me approx. £200
Best Wishes
Mary
Reply:Teeth loose their whiteness due to age,
cavities and eatingfood like coffee,tea,
cola which stain the teeth.Tobacoo and
some antibiotics also cause stains.
Commercial tooth whiteners use hydrogen
peroxide and are expensive and inconvenient.
A cheap and natural tooth whitening home
remedy uses few strawberries but certain
precautions have to be taken.I found the
information at http://tinyurl.com/ep7yg
procedure for whitening of your teeth?
What is the procedure when having your teeth whitened and the costs involved?
First you have to have your teeth cleaned the usual way. Then they make an impression of your teeth so that they can make a silicone frame in which you will be able to place the whitening material. When the frame is all ready, my experience was that the dentist performed the first whitening treatment. Then you get some whitening agents in a tube or syringe so that you can perform the treatments at home, two times a day for half an hour. All in all, the whole story takes about 3-4 weeks depending on the condition of your teeth. I was advised not to do the whitening treatment more than once as it weakens the tooth enamel. Also I was advised, in order to maintain the results, to use a whitening toothpaste. I am sure that the costs vary from area to area; I paid $400.
Reply:Involved are 4, 20 minute sessions in a row..total of 1 hr. 45 min to 2 hr.. The cost (what I paid) is about $400 american.
Reply:It involves having caps/moulds made for top and bottom rows of teeth.
You're given a carbamide peroxide solution which you inject into the caps/moulds. These you put onto your rows of teeth for several hours depending on the need.
A little of the solution is required. I injected too much last week and suffered the following night with tummy pains. I drank lots of water to flush out the toxins but it left me cold and shivery for a day or two. My dentist said there was absolutely no potentional harm in swallowing a mouthfull.
It does make a difference and cost me approx. £200
Best Wishes
Mary
Reply:Teeth loose their whiteness due to age,
cavities and eatingfood like coffee,tea,
cola which stain the teeth.Tobacoo and
some antibiotics also cause stains.
Commercial tooth whiteners use hydrogen
peroxide and are expensive and inconvenient.
A cheap and natural tooth whitening home
remedy uses few strawberries but certain
precautions have to be taken.I found the
information at http://tinyurl.com/ep7yg
Why isn't sedation used during gyn exams?
Ok, so a lot of females (including myself) are nervous or even afraid of getting gyn exams/pap smears. I was just wondering why mild sedation such as laughing gas can't be used to make this procedure more bearable? I mean, if it is used for dental procedures, why can't gynecologists use it also? And if another woman is required to be in the examining room if the gynecologist is male, I don't see any ethical problems with administering some kind of sedative during the procedure. So what is the problem? How much longer do women have to suffer before something is done about this?
Why isn't sedation used during gyn exams?
Being afraid of exams is pretty common. In fact the dr I was seeing the other day said how a woman walked out because she thought he was a woman and she couldn't face a man doing the exam. I don't like to go to men obgyns, but I am going to one now.
I think that your ideas make sense. You also might want to try self hypnosis - picture yourself somewhere else.
Best wishes.
Reply:WOW! I never thought anybody would be THAT nervous about a simple exam like that. And I am a woman.
No sarcasm intended, but if you're that afraid, maybe see a counselor?
Reply:i was afraid at first. but i had a female obgyn and it didn't hurt a bit. i can't believe i'd made such a big deal about it.
Reply:Fear and nervousness are psychological issues. There is no medical justification for sedation during this exam. Besides, patient participation is required. The majority of females do not "suffer" during pelvics.
Reply:Because they are not painfull, suck it up.
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Why isn't sedation used during gyn exams?
Being afraid of exams is pretty common. In fact the dr I was seeing the other day said how a woman walked out because she thought he was a woman and she couldn't face a man doing the exam. I don't like to go to men obgyns, but I am going to one now.
I think that your ideas make sense. You also might want to try self hypnosis - picture yourself somewhere else.
Best wishes.
Reply:WOW! I never thought anybody would be THAT nervous about a simple exam like that. And I am a woman.
No sarcasm intended, but if you're that afraid, maybe see a counselor?
Reply:i was afraid at first. but i had a female obgyn and it didn't hurt a bit. i can't believe i'd made such a big deal about it.
Reply:Fear and nervousness are psychological issues. There is no medical justification for sedation during this exam. Besides, patient participation is required. The majority of females do not "suffer" during pelvics.
Reply:Because they are not painfull, suck it up.
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Plss. do help me guys coz i hve gap spaces between my teeth and i dnt know what is the right remedy for it?
should i go for dental braces? or retainer?or other dental procedures? and how much does it cost to take a dental braces here in the philippines,?can anybody help me to find an orthodontist with a cheaper price and quality work?thanks!!!
Plss. do help me guys coz i hve gap spaces between my teeth and i dnt know what is the right remedy for it?
Go with braces.
I had the same problem and got it fixed by my dentist in a jiffy.
Reply:if you have health insurrance then your all good, and the best way to get a good referal for a dentist is go to a pediatric dentist and ask them for a referal. and yes a dentist can fix your grill.
Plss. do help me guys coz i hve gap spaces between my teeth and i dnt know what is the right remedy for it?
Go with braces.
I had the same problem and got it fixed by my dentist in a jiffy.
Reply:if you have health insurrance then your all good, and the best way to get a good referal for a dentist is go to a pediatric dentist and ask them for a referal. and yes a dentist can fix your grill.
To Nebula D?
Re: Why is Dental procedures so expensive. That is easy for you to say. Some people can't afford to go on vacation, let alone pay for dental procedures. It is easier said then done.
To Nebula D?
I'm not Nebula, but I feel your pain. When you come to the dental office, you expect certain standards to be met. In fact, if they are not met, you might just decide to sue the dentist. We have an office to pay for, a staff to pay and various other expenses to pay for. When it's all said and done, the typical dentist gets to keep about 35% of the fee collected and then he/she gets to pay about 35% of THAT to the IRS and another 3-5% to state income tax. This means we get to actually live off of one dollar out every five in the fee collected. For me, this means that my net pay is about $60.00. Okay, this is clearly more than most people make, but...
I had a service call to "clean my pipes" when our sewer line was sluggish. The gentleman was here for FIFTEEN MINUTES. I mean, from the time he rang the doorbell until the time he slammed his van door on his way out of the drive was FIFTEEN MINUTES. He took one cap off a pipe and did the plumber's equivalent of opening up a tooth for root canal with a 3 foot snake. That was all it took. He charged $169.00 for this, which was his minimum charge for a service call. Let's say that was all he could make in an hour, because he has to drive from one location to the next. This money is HIS money, as he answers his own phone and handles all of his own business. He has no salaries to pay. As far as I can see it, he had to pay for gas to get to my house and that was his only variable expense involved in the call. His fixed expenses are for his equipment. In my case, he used a snake that is exactly like one I saw at Home Depot for thirty bucks. Depreciate that over a 7 year period....... Nevermind. You understand what I'm saying.
Personally, after 8 years of higher education, I'd like to have a net income close to what the man who opened up my sewer pipe makes per hour.
I'd like to go on vacation, too, but you know what? When I close the office to go on vacation and pay my staff for THEIR vacation, there are no services being rendered to patients. No services mean no income. I have to make just a little bit extra every week through the rest of the year so I can afford to close the office for a week of vacation. My boss gives the STAFF paid vacations, but he doesn't give me paid vacations, because I am the boss.
To Nebula D?
I'm not Nebula, but I feel your pain. When you come to the dental office, you expect certain standards to be met. In fact, if they are not met, you might just decide to sue the dentist. We have an office to pay for, a staff to pay and various other expenses to pay for. When it's all said and done, the typical dentist gets to keep about 35% of the fee collected and then he/she gets to pay about 35% of THAT to the IRS and another 3-5% to state income tax. This means we get to actually live off of one dollar out every five in the fee collected. For me, this means that my net pay is about $60.00. Okay, this is clearly more than most people make, but...
I had a service call to "clean my pipes" when our sewer line was sluggish. The gentleman was here for FIFTEEN MINUTES. I mean, from the time he rang the doorbell until the time he slammed his van door on his way out of the drive was FIFTEEN MINUTES. He took one cap off a pipe and did the plumber's equivalent of opening up a tooth for root canal with a 3 foot snake. That was all it took. He charged $169.00 for this, which was his minimum charge for a service call. Let's say that was all he could make in an hour, because he has to drive from one location to the next. This money is HIS money, as he answers his own phone and handles all of his own business. He has no salaries to pay. As far as I can see it, he had to pay for gas to get to my house and that was his only variable expense involved in the call. His fixed expenses are for his equipment. In my case, he used a snake that is exactly like one I saw at Home Depot for thirty bucks. Depreciate that over a 7 year period....... Nevermind. You understand what I'm saying.
Personally, after 8 years of higher education, I'd like to have a net income close to what the man who opened up my sewer pipe makes per hour.
I'd like to go on vacation, too, but you know what? When I close the office to go on vacation and pay my staff for THEIR vacation, there are no services being rendered to patients. No services mean no income. I have to make just a little bit extra every week through the rest of the year so I can afford to close the office for a week of vacation. My boss gives the STAFF paid vacations, but he doesn't give me paid vacations, because I am the boss.
The worst procedure?
what is the worst dental procedure to have done and why?
and to dentists which procedure do you hate doing most and why?
The worst procedure?
according to me the worst procedure is extraction. i just hate it. i am a dental assistant and its really difficult for me to assist my dentist during extraction specially when the tooth is impacted. the procedure of pulling it out is really disgusting for me
Reply:Root canal very painful and time consuming!
Reply:I had a root canal and didn't think it was that errible. Having permanent teeth pulled was worse in my opinion.
Reply:I know someone who had her entire lower jaw detached and repositioned, then wired shut to heal. I think they took out her wisdoms at the same time.
Reply:Well fillings never really bothered me, it was the fluoride that was the worst.. as a patient.....as a dental assistant root canal therapy is the most boring, just measuring and irrigating.......very boring
and to dentists which procedure do you hate doing most and why?
The worst procedure?
according to me the worst procedure is extraction. i just hate it. i am a dental assistant and its really difficult for me to assist my dentist during extraction specially when the tooth is impacted. the procedure of pulling it out is really disgusting for me
Reply:Root canal very painful and time consuming!
Reply:I had a root canal and didn't think it was that errible. Having permanent teeth pulled was worse in my opinion.
Reply:I know someone who had her entire lower jaw detached and repositioned, then wired shut to heal. I think they took out her wisdoms at the same time.
Reply:Well fillings never really bothered me, it was the fluoride that was the worst.. as a patient.....as a dental assistant root canal therapy is the most boring, just measuring and irrigating.......very boring
I know I probably shouldn't have done this, and now I am worried......HELP!?
I am having 4 impacted wisdom teeth removed by an oral surgeon in February,%26amp; have been doing research online about the whole procedure. At first, I was scared of being put under general anesthesia. But now, after being online reading about it for a couple of weeks, my biggest fear is nerve damage. I have come across a forum/support group where people post their stories and questions about their nerve damage from dental procedures, %26amp; now I am very worried about this. I am 25, %26amp; should have probably had these teeth removed before now. A lot of people on the site have been dealing with pain and numbness in their mouth for years after having dental procedures. Some even have complete numbness in their tongues,%26amp;it seems to be permanent. I have had fillings%26amp;everything with no problems ever, but never any actual oral surgery before. Is there any way to prevent nerve damage? Any supplements I can take? SOMETHING?
I know I probably shouldn't have done this, and now I am worried......HELP!?
Your best bet is to do some research on your dentist. Ask him how many similar extractions has he done, how many patients complained of damage to their nerves, etc. You can also go on-line and do some research on him to see if anybody has any complaints about him. I, personally, had to have all 4 of my wisdom teeth removed, via IV drip and had no problems.
Reply:don't worry so much
I'm sure percentage wise the problems is a rare thing
Reply:There is actually a very little chance of any numbness lasting for years. Somethings take longer to go away than others do.
No way to prevent nerve damage and no supplements as this could affect the anesthesia. You just need to trust in the oral surgeon
Reply:you worry too much. go... get it done. ALL surgeries are a coin toss. but the odds are on your side. so please get yourself out of pain
Reply:Don't worry at all. Think about all the people that have had it done without any problems at all. These people on these forums are a small percentage that have had problems. Talk with your dentist and get more details about the procedure and explain your worries.
Reply:go to a good oral surgeon. check with the board of dentristy to see if there have been any problems with his work.
if there has research others until you have peace of mind.
Reply:i removed all my wisdom tooth though they were not rotting nor impacted when I was 24yrs old... nothing happen to me till now..
if your procedure was done by legalised dentists, why do you worry so much as they are trained professionals. hwr, if you are so worried, go see a dentist and request for an x-ray whether are there any damaged nerves thus far...
stop scaring yourself.
Reply:I think what you need to find out what the percentage of risk is. I, for instance, had 6 veneers put in a couple years ago, afterwards I read about how some folks who undergo the preparation for veneers, the stress of the reshaping of the original teeth can actually kill the root and inevitably result in a root canal and most likely a post being needed.
How often does that happen? I don't know, but I am glad I read it afterwards!
Any process such as this involves a certain level of risk, it is imporant you speak with a dentist you trust and has been used by friends or family to find out if this should be a major concern of yours. My guess as a laymen is that it really shouldn't be.
There are some good dental forums out there, they have helped me when I had questions, I don't have the links any longer but do a google search and you will find a few spots.
I hope this helps at least a little. If they are impacted and have to come out, then I see little choice. Go get the word from a doc, hell maybe even get a second opinion, but then trust in their talent and be brave. I am sure you are over thinking things-- I do it all the time!
Reply:Assuming you have an experienced and competent dentist - don't fret about it. Just about everyone I know has had wisdom teeth removed - I've never heard of any of them having such problems. Go get the surgery done, take a day or two off afterwards, then forget about it.
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I know I probably shouldn't have done this, and now I am worried......HELP!?
Your best bet is to do some research on your dentist. Ask him how many similar extractions has he done, how many patients complained of damage to their nerves, etc. You can also go on-line and do some research on him to see if anybody has any complaints about him. I, personally, had to have all 4 of my wisdom teeth removed, via IV drip and had no problems.
Reply:don't worry so much
I'm sure percentage wise the problems is a rare thing
Reply:There is actually a very little chance of any numbness lasting for years. Somethings take longer to go away than others do.
No way to prevent nerve damage and no supplements as this could affect the anesthesia. You just need to trust in the oral surgeon
Reply:you worry too much. go... get it done. ALL surgeries are a coin toss. but the odds are on your side. so please get yourself out of pain
Reply:Don't worry at all. Think about all the people that have had it done without any problems at all. These people on these forums are a small percentage that have had problems. Talk with your dentist and get more details about the procedure and explain your worries.
Reply:go to a good oral surgeon. check with the board of dentristy to see if there have been any problems with his work.
if there has research others until you have peace of mind.
Reply:i removed all my wisdom tooth though they were not rotting nor impacted when I was 24yrs old... nothing happen to me till now..
if your procedure was done by legalised dentists, why do you worry so much as they are trained professionals. hwr, if you are so worried, go see a dentist and request for an x-ray whether are there any damaged nerves thus far...
stop scaring yourself.
Reply:I think what you need to find out what the percentage of risk is. I, for instance, had 6 veneers put in a couple years ago, afterwards I read about how some folks who undergo the preparation for veneers, the stress of the reshaping of the original teeth can actually kill the root and inevitably result in a root canal and most likely a post being needed.
How often does that happen? I don't know, but I am glad I read it afterwards!
Any process such as this involves a certain level of risk, it is imporant you speak with a dentist you trust and has been used by friends or family to find out if this should be a major concern of yours. My guess as a laymen is that it really shouldn't be.
There are some good dental forums out there, they have helped me when I had questions, I don't have the links any longer but do a google search and you will find a few spots.
I hope this helps at least a little. If they are impacted and have to come out, then I see little choice. Go get the word from a doc, hell maybe even get a second opinion, but then trust in their talent and be brave. I am sure you are over thinking things-- I do it all the time!
Reply:Assuming you have an experienced and competent dentist - don't fret about it. Just about everyone I know has had wisdom teeth removed - I've never heard of any of them having such problems. Go get the surgery done, take a day or two off afterwards, then forget about it.
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