Question 1

I've been really diligent about brushing my teeth twice a day and using a tongue scraper every day to clean off my tongue. But, the problem is that no matter what I do, the white stuff on my tongue comes back within a day. It's frustrating. Do you have any advice or recommendations for products that might actually help? The scraper isn't doing much and just ends up hurting my tongue.

Accepted Answer

Typically, growth plates in bones close after puberty, limiting significant height growth. However, some minor growth (about 1-2 cm or 0.4-0.8 in) is possible until age 25.

To potentially maximize residual growth:

1. *Hormone regulation*: Ensure balanced hormone levels, particularly growth hormone and thyroid hormone.
2. *Nutrition and diet*: Focus on a balanced diet rich in:
    - Protein (essential for growth)
    - Calcium and vitamin D (crucial for bone health)
    - Zinc, magnesium, and other minerals
3. *Exercise regularly*: Incorporate exercises that promote bone density and growth, such as:
    - Stretching and flexibility exercises
    - Weight-bearing exercises (e.g., walking, jogging, cycling)
    - Resistance training (e.g., weightlifting)
4. *Get adequate sleep*: Aim for 7-9 hours of sleep per night to support growth hormone production.
5. *Manage stress*: High stress levels can negatively impact growth hormone production. Engage in stress-reducing activities like meditation or yoga.
6. *Avoid smoking and excessive drinking*: These habits can harm overall health and potentially limit growth.

Question 2

I'm really worried because a little piece of my tooth in the upper jaw, close to my wisdom tooth, broke off a couple of days ago, and it just keeps hurting constantly. I've been taking Zerodol-P and Augmentin 375 like someone suggested to help with the pain, but it's not getting any better. Should I be doing anything else before I can see a dentist, or is there something specific I should ask them?

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

I'm using Quadrajel gel for a mouth ulcer and I'm curious if it's okay to swallow a little bit of it. Is there anything I should be worried about if some of it goes down my throat?

Accepted Answer

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I've been having this nagging pain in my jaw, right near the ear for the past few days. It really hurts when I chew my food, yawn, or if I move my mouth a lot. Any idea what this could be? Who should I see about it?

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