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Just floss the teeth you want to keep!
 
     

 
 
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Join Date: Jun 8, 2007
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Total Posts: 593 (184 in the last 90 days) (1.51 (2.04 in the last 90 days) posts per day)
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Hi there!
I live in Ontario Canada.

I've been in the dental field for 28 years now and still enjoy working as a dental hygienist.

My hobbies include boating, reading, wine (drinking it),
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Wisdom tooth removal Dentistry Jun 29, 2008 11:19 PM nice, accurate answer.
Wisdom tooth removal Dentistry Jun 25, 2008 09:36 PM surgical day ice, 1 day after nothing,2 day after warm pad. the pain and swelling are normal after wisdom tooth removal,in u case because 3 tooth extract your problem worser if u problem dont subside or increase 72h after surgory u must see dentist
After the root canal... Dentistry Jun 13, 2008 02:11 PM Thanks - at some point during this procedure will I scream and claw at the Dentist? Or is it (relatively) painless?
piece of metal in root... Dentistry May 16, 2008 06:34 AM Thank you lots!
Tooth fell out this... Dentistry May 12, 2008 05:15 PM Thank you so much, I feel much more relaxed
Found Money.what to do? Philosophy Apr 19, 2008 04:36 AM Only thing is, do you really trust the police to attempt to identify the owner? They're likely to just pocket it themselves then say they found the owner and returned it. Not that all police would do that but I'd try to find the owner on my own.
Muderer lover Mental & Emotional Health Apr 11, 2008 08:27 AM There ya' go!! She should do what we all are suggesting!!
crown lengthening Dentistry Apr 9, 2008 06:41 PM it is not fair to talk bad of a`dentist when you are also in the dental proffession..there is nothing wrong in discussing with a periodontist about crown lenghthening.. it is my opinion.. actually a team work will always give better results.
my 16 yr old daughter Family Law Apr 9, 2008 04:33 AM I like your answer, Flossie; going head-to-head with a teenager is not a good fight.
Front Tooth Pain Dentistry Apr 8, 2008 09:31 AM Flossie is always so helpful in this area.
Strangers as roommates Moving & Storage Apr 7, 2008 06:58 PM Good points
Tired, Dizzy and Down... Dentistry Mar 23, 2008 11:29 AM Thanks, I'll see how I feel over the next day but will definitely see a doctor
using dental adhesvies Dentistry Mar 20, 2008 07:34 AM Mam helllllllloooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo i never said anything against you or any one,like you freely expressed your opinion even i did so plllllllllllzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz leave it up to the patient whome we 3 are helping
my wisdom teeth haven't... Dentistry Mar 15, 2008 11:48 AM I will ask my dentist about that when I go next, thanks! :)
my wisdom teeth haven't... Dentistry Mar 15, 2008 07:11 AM An xray will indicate where the wisdom teeth are, or if they are even present. Quick and painless!
bad breath after recent... Dentistry Mar 14, 2008 07:43 PM THANKS!!!!
potty training for 8yr... Parenting Mar 14, 2008 10:02 AM this could help, but for goodness sake, he's 8 already. it is something deeper.
Dentist Wants To Use... Dentistry Mar 10, 2008 05:46 PM that's exactly how I see it, wish someone would put an end to this crap!
Drinking to much coca... Pregnancy & New Motherhood Mar 2, 2008 04:27 PM I agree, water is the best drink.
Orange stained grout in... Other Home & Garden Mar 2, 2008 09:50 AM good idea, floss, but you dont want any oil at all seeping into the grout, otherwise sealant (if you do that step) wont adhere :)
Compulsive picking Addictions Feb 29, 2008 07:08 PM Hahaaaaa, niiiiiiceee...
dental cyst Dentistry Feb 25, 2008 02:11 PM This answer has helped me a lot. The answer has told me a lot more detail about my diagnosis. thanx so much to flossie
Home made toothwash to... Dentistry Feb 24, 2008 05:35 PM Orginal Poster should be saying thank you
Home made toothwash to... Dentistry Feb 24, 2008 04:59 PM balancer. no need for that one.
Home made toothwash to... Dentistry Feb 24, 2008 04:53 PM Please don't answer my questions with a different question
Home made toothwash to... Dentistry Feb 24, 2008 09:10 AM Excellant question.
my teeth ache Dentistry Feb 16, 2008 10:20 PM it was helpful in trying to diagnose the prob
Electronic toothbrush. Dentistry Feb 12, 2008 07:05 PM Nice info thanks.
Filling keeps coming out Dentistry Feb 4, 2008 10:26 PM I think it is....I have read about her line of work
kinda long but i need... Mental & Emotional Health Feb 4, 2008 02:37 AM Wonderful answer!!
Application to date my... Humor & Comedy Jan 19, 2008 05:11 PM I bet-- That was just page 1 in the book :D
Need to talk about a... Relationships Jan 19, 2008 01:00 PM Excellent advice!!
First Visit To Dentist... Dentistry Jan 15, 2008 10:01 PM Good Stuff!
crown or have tooth... Dentistry Jan 3, 2008 06:38 PM Because of the traveling phenomena, it's best to keep upper/lower teeth paired or (unpaired as in this particular case).
big lump under tongue Dentistry Dec 29, 2007 06:26 PM yep, right call
child incisors failing... Dentistry Dec 15, 2007 11:06 PM Very helpful, and yes, thank you. a dentist didn't suggest implants at a young age.
Should I get crowns Dentistry Dec 14, 2007 10:55 AM Thank YOU for the educational response. Appreciated it greatly.
Lower denture teeth... Dentistry Dec 6, 2007 07:22 AM Good consideration "bone loss"
Was the Dentist's... Dentistry Dec 4, 2007 06:08 PM Thank-you Flossie. That was an excellent answer
A big lump on my gum Dentistry Dec 2, 2007 03:35 PM Good answer, and cute name... considering your job haha
Full Cast Gold Crowns! Dentistry Dec 1, 2007 09:29 AM Excellent answer, and very well explained.
yellow teeth Dentistry Nov 11, 2007 08:37 PM yep some teeth are just yellow and nothing helps!
Hole possibly... Dentistry Nov 6, 2007 02:49 AM Advice is always appreciated! Thanks!
Filling on a tooth, now... Dentistry Nov 5, 2007 02:59 PM Helpful because i know she is trying to help find out what is wrong to give me advice
Blood clots (only for... Women's Health Oct 24, 2007 06:39 AM Definitely agree with that.
HOW can I find old age... Other Family & People Oct 18, 2007 02:13 AM That is a very funny question. I know I'm a little late.
took plan b, could i be... Women's Health Oct 15, 2007 03:36 AM Depo shot was recommended....evener outer :)
took plan b, could i be... Women's Health Oct 14, 2007 07:53 PM Because the assuptions made were potentially hurtful and offered no information concerning the question posted
Lower dentures Dentistry Oct 14, 2007 11:54 AM Great answer, Keep all the teeth you can especially YOUR LOWER TEETH!!!!
weird pain Medical Conditions & Diseases Oct 12, 2007 06:54 AM i have seen a doctor
Lower dentures Dentistry Oct 9, 2007 03:53 AM Keeping the lower teeth to ancor the new plate is most desireable
Wisdom Teeth Dentistry Sep 30, 2007 07:42 AM The information was helpful
teeth and toddler Dentistry Sep 27, 2007 02:30 AM At least I'm not the only person who has to hold a 3year old down.
Partial upper denture... Dentistry Sep 21, 2007 09:09 AM It gave me some information of which I was not aware
root canal Dentistry Sep 21, 2007 03:22 AM Very good comments.
Cavity... Dentistry Sep 16, 2007 09:39 AM Gave me very good information.
Do Dentists have a... Dentistry Sep 9, 2007 04:58 PM Exactly!!!! A doctor tells a patient something and it is gospel.....A dentist however, doubt and scorn!!! :)
Do Dentists have a... Dentistry Sep 9, 2007 12:26 PM YES!!! just what I was thinking, and please believe me, I'm not paranoid. BTW my town has only two dentists.
Gum pain, how to stop... Dentistry Sep 6, 2007 04:03 PM wasn't it Clove oil in Marathon Man? tea tree oil is a disinfectant rather than a pain reliever
Gum pain, how to stop... Dentistry Sep 6, 2007 07:59 AM Answered both my questions thanks!
Gum pain, how to stop... Dentistry Sep 5, 2007 06:27 PM I agree. I forgot about tea tree oil
Recent fillings hurting Dentistry Sep 5, 2007 04:43 PM Good stuff here!
Does everyone who wears... Dentistry Sep 3, 2007 05:24 AM Thank you, I think I will go back for another relign
"Error on page" Internet & the Web Aug 29, 2007 04:33 AM Happy Camper -- FREE PIZZA http://www.ehow.com/how_2002204_bake-perfect-pizza.html
tooth crown repair Dentistry Aug 26, 2007 09:40 PM poliishing is an option on the one siide, however not the other side it is a carass so to speak....I'm learning not to touch it....or chew on that side.
Is there any hope for me? Pregnancy & New Motherhood Aug 24, 2007 08:05 PM having abortions can cause it to be more difficult to conceive down the road. it depends on the circumstances and each individual.
Is there any hope for me? Pregnancy & New Motherhood Aug 24, 2007 06:00 PM any answer is very helpful for me at this time
Is it okay not to... Dentistry Aug 17, 2007 05:13 PM Thank you so much!:) How long does it take to grow completely?
5 month old child Children Jul 28, 2007 07:52 PM She is one of the lucky ones.
Bad Orthodontist, Teeth... Dentistry Jul 27, 2007 09:07 AM thanks
What do you say in a... Bereavement Jul 26, 2007 12:50 PM I think that your suggestion is much more appropriate.
Black tooth Dentistry Jul 24, 2007 03:45 AM Because I hadn't thought of the tooth being stained.....but I had thought it might have died.
flying with crowns Dentistry Jul 22, 2007 04:48 PM Now leighann will really be dancing!
flying with crowns Dentistry Jul 22, 2007 04:39 PM Thank you. I was hoping you would pop in.
knot on my gums after... Dentistry Jul 20, 2007 05:32 AM Very helpful & suggestions did help quite a bit..........Thank you
Pediatric Dental... Dentistry Jul 17, 2007 10:59 AM well done, flossie !!
Cracked Tooth Dentistry Jul 16, 2007 01:30 PM very helpful thank you
Bleeding Gums Dentistry Jul 11, 2007 06:41 PM Thankyou =)
Receeding gums, how... Dentistry Jun 9, 2007 12:08 AM Good :-)




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