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Dr. Iveta Iontcheva-Barehmi, DMD, MS, DSC,
Periodontist
<p style="margin-right: 0in; margin-left: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; line-height: 14.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Verdana;">Dr. Iveta Iontcheva-Barehmi practices Periodontics, Implants and Oral Holistic Medicine in Brookline, MA. A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease, and in the placement of dental implants. Oral Holistic Medicine finds the connection between the disease of the oral cavity, head and neck and the whole body. Oral holistic medicine uses special tests for diagnosis and holistic alternative methods of treatments. Some of treatment modalities Dr. Iontcheva-Barehmi uses include energy medicine, quantum medicine, spiritual medicine, lasers and ozone. Dr. Iontcheva-Barehmi has expertise in the treatment of oral and body inflammation and often treats problematic periodontal cases, such as those with severe gum disease, head and neck issues and with a complex medical history. Dr. Iontcheva-Barehmi strongly believes that the body as a whole system functions in harmony and disharmony, stress, lack of adaptation and disease in any part of the body especially mouth, head and neck affects the whole system.</span></p>
<p style="margin-right: 0in; margin-left: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; line-height: 14.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Verdana;">For an example periodontal disease and infections from dead teeth have been linked to cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s disease, brain stroke, pulmonary infections, kidney problems, arthritis and general body chronic inflammation.</span></p>
<p style="margin-right: 0in; margin-left: 0in; font-size: 10pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; line-height: 14.4pt;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: Verdana;">For an example periodontal disease and infections from dead teeth have been linked to cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s disease, brain stroke, pulmonary infections, kidney problems, arthritis and general body chronic inflammation.</span></p>
22 years
Experience
Dr. Iveta Iontcheva-Barehmi, DMD, MS, DSC,
- Brookline, MA
- BUSDM, Medical Academy BG
- Accepting new patients
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How to treat swollen gums from dentures?
Thank you for your question. There can be several reasons for gum swelling or pain when patient have dentures. If the dentures have been just delivered as a new treatment, there READ MORE
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There can be several reasons for gum swelling or pain when patient have dentures. If the dentures have been just delivered as a new treatment, there will be a period of the oral soft tissues adjustment to the foreign body of the denture. Patience, perseverance and trips to the dental office for removing the uncomfortable spots on the denture's body are necessary. Allergy to the material of the denture is possible and can cause swelling. Your dentist should properly diagnose the reason of the swelling and treat it accordingly. Make sure you clean the denture and your mouth after each meal.
There can be several reasons for gum swelling or pain when patient have dentures. If the dentures have been just delivered as a new treatment, there will be a period of the oral soft tissues adjustment to the foreign body of the denture. Patience, perseverance and trips to the dental office for removing the uncomfortable spots on the denture's body are necessary. Allergy to the material of the denture is possible and can cause swelling. Your dentist should properly diagnose the reason of the swelling and treat it accordingly. Make sure you clean the denture and your mouth after each meal.
What is the best treatment for swollen gums?
Swollen gums are never only dental problem. The proper diagnosis and treatments involving the whole body, including periodontal oral interventions are necessary. In my practice READ MORE
Swollen gums are never only dental problem. The proper diagnosis and treatments involving the whole body, including periodontal oral interventions are necessary. In my practice holistic approach is applied for diagnosis and treatment of any dental condition because the body operates as one system. All the organs, systems , cells , mind and spirit are interconnected and work together as a whole.
Can gum abscesses go away?
Thank you for your question. Gum abscess is a sign of a serious oral inflammation. It can be caused mainly by failing root canal treatment or periodontal disease. In both cases READ MORE
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Gum abscess is a sign of a serious oral inflammation. It can be caused mainly by failing root canal treatment or periodontal disease. In both cases an immediate intervention and a proper treatment are needed. Yes, in some cases an abscess can go away for a period of time but will come back. It is compromising overall health since even if the abscess goes away, the chronic inflammation stays in your body and can cause long term serious complications from heart attack , to kidney problems, to arthritis and Alzheimer disease . Antibiotics are temporary relief and you need to see a dentist for a professional treatment.
Gum abscess is a sign of a serious oral inflammation. It can be caused mainly by failing root canal treatment or periodontal disease. In both cases an immediate intervention and a proper treatment are needed. Yes, in some cases an abscess can go away for a period of time but will come back. It is compromising overall health since even if the abscess goes away, the chronic inflammation stays in your body and can cause long term serious complications from heart attack , to kidney problems, to arthritis and Alzheimer disease . Antibiotics are temporary relief and you need to see a dentist for a professional treatment.
What level of gum recession needs treatment?
Thank you for your question. A specialist periodontist needs to diagnose the reason for the recession. For an example: presence of periodontal disease and bone loss, mucogingival READ MORE
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A specialist periodontist needs to diagnose the reason for the recession. For an example: presence of periodontal disease and bone loss, mucogingival problems and lack of attached gingiva, high attachment of the lip, destructive occlusal forces, teeth grinding, gastric reflux etc. The sooner the treatment the better the results. In my office proper nutrition and supplementation, as well as strengthening the immune system and lifestyle changes are offered. in addition to the dental treatments.
A specialist periodontist needs to diagnose the reason for the recession. For an example: presence of periodontal disease and bone loss, mucogingival problems and lack of attached gingiva, high attachment of the lip, destructive occlusal forces, teeth grinding, gastric reflux etc. The sooner the treatment the better the results. In my office proper nutrition and supplementation, as well as strengthening the immune system and lifestyle changes are offered. in addition to the dental treatments.
Can pinhole gum surgery fix gum recession around the crown?
Thank you for your question. It all depends if it is a true recession, or root defect and if you gums are healthy or you have periodontal disease with bone loss. Pinhole surgery READ MORE
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It all depends if it is a true recession, or root defect and if you gums are healthy or you have periodontal disease with bone loss. Pinhole surgery will not work for recession caused by severe bone loss and periodontal disease. If there is a root defect, pinhole surgery and restorative procedures might be needed only if there is not an active periodontal disease or a significant bone loss.
It all depends if it is a true recession, or root defect and if you gums are healthy or you have periodontal disease with bone loss. Pinhole surgery will not work for recession caused by severe bone loss and periodontal disease. If there is a root defect, pinhole surgery and restorative procedures might be needed only if there is not an active periodontal disease or a significant bone loss.
What helps gum swelling?
Thank you for the question. Visit to a periodontist who will properly diagnose and treat the condition behind the gum swelling. You might need to be referred to another specialist READ MORE
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Visit to a periodontist who will properly diagnose and treat the condition behind the gum swelling. You might need to be referred to another specialist or primary care physician for a diagnosis and treatment.
Visit to a periodontist who will properly diagnose and treat the condition behind the gum swelling. You might need to be referred to another specialist or primary care physician for a diagnosis and treatment.
Can hard foods cause gum swelling?
Thank you for your question. Hard foods and sharp corners can cause trauma to the gum tissue, usually without much swelling. Generalised swelling is a serious symptom and needs READ MORE
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Hard foods and sharp corners can cause trauma to the gum tissue, usually without much swelling. Generalised swelling is a serious symptom and needs to be diagnosed and treated ASAP.
Hard foods and sharp corners can cause trauma to the gum tissue, usually without much swelling. Generalised swelling is a serious symptom and needs to be diagnosed and treated ASAP.
How long does gum swelling last?
Thank you for the question. Gum swelling around the tooth can be sign of most often an infection (but not only) either coming from the tooth (advanced decay, failing root canal, READ MORE
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Gum swelling around the tooth can be sign of most often an infection (but not only) either coming from the tooth (advanced decay, failing root canal, fracture) or coming from the gum. Sometimes it can be a symptom of a compromised overall health of the body or reaction to some drugs. Proper diagnosis is a must. How long it will last depends on the cause, severity and the adequate treatment.
Gum swelling around the tooth can be sign of most often an infection (but not only) either coming from the tooth (advanced decay, failing root canal, fracture) or coming from the gum. Sometimes it can be a symptom of a compromised overall health of the body or reaction to some drugs. Proper diagnosis is a must. How long it will last depends on the cause, severity and the adequate treatment.
When can I return to work after gum graft surgery?
It is a surgical procedure and as such there is some discomfort associated with the healing. Less surgeries, less discomfort. I would do it in one shot.
Is the HPV vaccine compulsory for kids?
HPV vaccine is given after age of 9.
At what age should braces be worn to get rid of the gap between the frontal teeth?
Thank you for your question.
Please seek an advice and consultation with an orthodontist specialist. Usual time of an orthodontic treatment is between 1.5 and 3 years.
Please seek an advice and consultation with an orthodontist specialist. Usual time of an orthodontic treatment is between 1.5 and 3 years.
When can I brush my teeth after laser gum surgery?
Thank you for your question. It all depends what kind of condition was treated and what kind of laser was used. Please call the treating dentist. In general after 24 hours use READ MORE
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It all depends what kind of condition was treated and what kind of laser was used. Please call the treating dentist. In general after 24 hours use of soft brush and rinses with 1:1 dilution of 3% food grade hydrogen peroxide are recommended in my office ( Mix 1 spoon of 3% food grade HP with 1 spoon distill water to rinse)
It all depends what kind of condition was treated and what kind of laser was used. Please call the treating dentist. In general after 24 hours use of soft brush and rinses with 1:1 dilution of 3% food grade hydrogen peroxide are recommended in my office ( Mix 1 spoon of 3% food grade HP with 1 spoon distill water to rinse)
My stitches done for gum grafting have become loose. What can I do?
Call your periodontist for an emergency appointment. Do not attempt to cut sutures yourself. This can damage the graft.
Concern for gum graft recovery
Hi, It is not possible to evaluate the situation without visual inspection. It does seem to be of concern and will be a good idea to be seen by the periodontist, who performed READ MORE
Hi,
It is not possible to evaluate the situation without visual inspection. It
does seem to be of concern and will be a good idea to be seen by the
periodontist, who performed the surgery. Bear in mind that the final result
of the gum grafting is achieved after a year.
In Health,
Dr. Iontcheva-Barehmi
It is not possible to evaluate the situation without visual inspection. It
does seem to be of concern and will be a good idea to be seen by the
periodontist, who performed the surgery. Bear in mind that the final result
of the gum grafting is achieved after a year.
In Health,
Dr. Iontcheva-Barehmi
