Understanding Tooth Wear: Concerns About Sharp Molars and Tongue Health
Inquiry for consultation? Hello Dr. Lin, I have some questions and would like to seek your opinion or advice. My lower left and right second molars, particularly the areas closer to the tongue, have become sharper or rougher due to long-term wear. Here are my inquiries: Q1. As ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you visit the same medical center and make appointments with both the otolaryngology department and the oral surgery department to confirm whether there are any lesions on your tongue. If both doctors indicate that there are no lesions, you can feel ...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Wear: Concerns About Sharp Molars and Tongue Health
Antibiotic Use After Dental Implant: Should You Trust Your Doctor?
Antibiotic administration Hello, I am experiencing inflammation with some pus at the 12th day post-implantation (stitches not yet removed). The doctor prescribed Curam 1000mg, with instructions to take it four times a day. Is that okay? I took two doses of two tablets last night ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is indeed usually a dosage of 2g per day. However, if the patient has a compromised immune system, diabetes, endocarditis, or has undergone organ transplantation, the dosage may be intentionally increased. It is still recommended to call the clinic to confirm with the p...[Read More] Antibiotic Use After Dental Implant: Should You Trust Your Doctor?
Is My Oral Hygiene Routine Enough to Protect My Teeth?
Following up on question #206785, dental care? Thank you, doctor, for your response to my previous question. I apologize for wanting to add more to my inquiry. Last time, I mentioned that I brush my teeth twice a day, but I do so only before bed and after I wake up. Throughout th...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It's not feasible to go out and have fun every day or to eat and drink all day long, so having good hygiene habits should suffice, and there's no need to worry excessively.[Read More] Is My Oral Hygiene Routine Enough to Protect My Teeth?
Understanding the Loud Noises During Dental Cleanings: Causes and Solutions
The piercing sound during dental cleaning? Recently, during a dental cleaning, when the hygienist was working on my lower back teeth, the sound of the machine intensified into a severe ringing sensation (transmitted from within to the outside, but I am sure it is not tinnitus, it...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: The older model of the magnetic dental scaler does indeed produce more noise. It is recommended to inform the dentist next time to see if you can prepare earplugs to listen to music or ask the dentist to use an ultrasonic scaler instead. If your hearing does not return, it...[Read More] Understanding the Loud Noises During Dental Cleanings: Causes and Solutions
Swollen Gums Behind Lower Teeth After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: What to Know
The tissue at the back of the lower teeth is swollen? Hello, Doctor. I had my lower left wisdom tooth extracted in July 2022, but recently I noticed that the gum where the wisdom tooth used to be has swollen. The swollen area, particularly the tissue near the tooth, appears to ha...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is possible that the repeated irritation from traditional braces or metal brackets could cause conditions such as fibrosis or gingival hyperplasia. It is advisable to schedule a follow-up appointment with your dentist to discuss this further.[Read More] Swollen Gums Behind Lower Teeth After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: What to Know
Understanding Wisdom Tooth Stitches: Care and Recovery Tips
Wisdom tooth sutures Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask you two questions: 1. After wisdom tooth extraction, the sutures not only went through the tissue but also directly passed through the space between the adjacent tooth. Is this type of suturing normal? 2. After the sutures a...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello Mr. PS: 1. Sometimes, in order to secure the sutures tightly, the sutures may pass through the gaps between adjacent teeth. 2. After the sutures are removed, if the gums have already covered the wound, you can use a toothbrush to clean the wound and the surrounding gums. Di...[Read More] Understanding Wisdom Tooth Stitches: Care and Recovery Tips
Is Mouth Rinsing After Eating Harmful to Your Dental Health?
Dental Care Hello Doctor, I have recently noticed that I have a habit of rinsing my mouth while eating and drinking. Chewing food and rinsing my mouth helps me better break down the food, and rinsing after drinking allows me to taste the beverage more effectively and quench my th...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Based on what you mentioned, it should not be the case.[Read More] Is Mouth Rinsing After Eating Harmful to Your Dental Health?
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Concerns: Healing and Care Tips
Post-operative issues after wisdom tooth extraction? Hello Dr. Lin, it has been over a month since I had my wisdom teeth extracted. Yesterday, I went to the hospital for a dental cleaning, and the doctor mentioned that they would also rinse out the socket of the wisdom tooth. The...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello, it may not have fully healed yet, so please be very careful when rinsing.[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Concerns: Healing and Care Tips
Is It Normal for Tooth Extraction Sites to Hurt After a Week?
Tooth extraction issues? Hello Doctor, my family member had a tooth extraction at the dental clinic on the 1st of this month. After the extraction, they received stitches, and the extraction site has not fully healed yet. Pressing on the gums at the extraction site causes pain. I...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If the wound has not shown improvement after more than 2 weeks, it is recommended to return for a follow-up appointment with a physician for evaluation and treatment.[Read More] Is It Normal for Tooth Extraction Sites to Hurt After a Week?
Post-Apex Surgery: When to See Your Dentist Again?
Post-operative suture removal after apicoectomy? I underwent apicoectomy to remove a cyst, and just two days ago, I had my stitches removed by the dentist. The dentist mentioned that the cyst had affected the adjacent tooth, which now requires root canal treatment; otherwise, the...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to observe first. After a portion of the alveolar bone has been debrided and removed, the internal structure also needs time to heal.[Read More] Post-Apex Surgery: When to See Your Dentist Again?
Concerns About Swelling and Pain After Wisdom Tooth Extraction
I am a bit concerned about the swelling and pain recovery status after having my wisdom teeth removed? Hello, Director. I had my lower right wisdom tooth extracted on February 22, and the procedure took about 20 minutes. After the extraction, my cheek was quite swollen, but once ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello Mr. Zheng: 1. As long as proper oral hygiene is maintained, the swelling and pain will gradually subside. 2. It is possible that the tooth extraction process may have affected the alveolar bone, leading to a persistent inflammatory condition of the bone. 3. Generally speaki...[Read More] Concerns About Swelling and Pain After Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Understanding Tongue Pain Without Visible Sores: Causes and Solutions
Tongue pain without visible lesions? Hello Doctor: Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions. I would like to ask about a recurring issue I have. When my tongue brushes against my teeth, I often feel a swelling pain along the edges of my tongue, similar to the sensatio...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, Miss Anonymous: If there are no ulcers or wounds on the tongue but you still feel discomfort, it is possible that the mucosa of the tongue is in an inflammatory state. This may be related to immune system dysregulation, emotional stress, irregular sleep, and lifestyle habi...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Pain Without Visible Sores: Causes and Solutions
Addressing Issues with Dental Crowns: When to Adjust or Replace?
Issues with anterior dental crowns? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask: In high school, I accidentally damaged my right front tooth and later had a dental crown placed. However, I have a skeletal overbite issue. Now, after more than three years of wearing braces, I feel that the c...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello Mr. Acan: If during the orthodontic process you feel that the teeth with braces are pressing against the neighboring teeth, it is important to evaluate whether there is sufficient space for the teeth or if the braces are too large. It is recommended to consult with an ortho...[Read More] Addressing Issues with Dental Crowns: When to Adjust or Replace?
Should You Worry About Tingling in the Hard Palate? Dental Insights
Numbness in the hard palate? Since last July and August, I have been experiencing gum recession and slight discomfort in my teeth. I had dental check-ups and cleanings in August of last year and February of this year, and the dentist indicated that there were no abnormalities. Ev...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello Ms. Cathy: Long-term smoking may lead to inflammation of the minor salivary glands in the hard palate, which can result in red and white spots on the mucosa of the hard palate, accompanied by a tingling sensation. It is recommended to consult a dentist for further examinati...[Read More] Should You Worry About Tingling in the Hard Palate? Dental Insights
Understanding Tooth Pulp Health: Signs of Possible Necrosis
It is difficult to determine whether the tooth is necrotic? Last year during a dental check-up, it was discovered that my upper right first premolar had a deep cavity. The dentist informed me that the filling would be deep and could be sensitive due to its proximity to the dental...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Sinusitis is not directly related to gingivitis or pulpitis, and there is no need to discuss them together unless a panoramic or CT scan has confirmed that the source of the sinus infection is caused by the pulp or teeth. Otherwise, if the pulp is removed hastily and sinus...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Pulp Health: Signs of Possible Necrosis
Understanding Dental Fillings: When to Seek Further Treatment
Questions about dental fillings? Hello, I would like to ask about a dental filling issue. I had a filling redone last year, and shortly after the procedure, I accidentally bit down on something hard. The sensitivity I initially experienced at the filling site gradually improved, ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Please schedule a follow-up appointment for the doctor to examine whether a complete extraction and replacement is necessary or if a simple local repair and filling will suffice.[Read More] Understanding Dental Fillings: When to Seek Further Treatment
Understanding Oral Swelling: Causes and When to Seek Help
Oral issues I would like to ask the doctor, my right oral cavity has a slight swelling, and that area feels a bit dry with insufficient saliva, but it doesn't hurt. There are no sores or any strange sensations in my mouth, but I feel the urge to drink more water. Is this nor...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If you have a habit of long-term use of systemic medications, it is advisable to carefully check if the side effects include mucosal or oral taste abnormalities, or symptoms such as dry mouth and tongue. If you smoke or chew betel nut, it is recommended to quit. If you hav...[Read More] Understanding Oral Swelling: Causes and When to Seek Help
Dental Concerns for Elderly Patients: Managing Pain and Medication Compliance
Tooth extraction issues in the elderly? Hello Dr. Lin: My father-in-law is a terminal dialysis patient with multiple chronic conditions. He had a tooth extraction on the morning of March 14, and the dentist prescribed medication afterward. However, no matter what, he refuses to p...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Dialysis is typically performed every 2 to 3 days. It is advisable to inform your nephrologist during your next visit that you have recently had a tooth extraction and that the wound is still painful. Ask whether it is safe to take antibiotics or anti-inflammatory pain med...[Read More] Dental Concerns for Elderly Patients: Managing Pain and Medication Compliance
Understanding Gum Abscesses: Causes and Impacts on Adjacent Teeth
Abscesses on both sides of the gums? Hello Doctor: Last year, I developed a pus-filled abscess on my lower second molar. Following your recommendation, I underwent a second root canal treatment. After several sessions of microscopic root canal therapy, the abscess has not recurre...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: A periodontal abscess on the lingual side of the gums is usually caused by a bacterial infection, with the source of infection typically being the dental pulp or periodontal tissue. If the physician has performed a CT scan and cannot definitively identify the source of the...[Read More] Understanding Gum Abscesses: Causes and Impacts on Adjacent Teeth
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Understanding Pain and Healing Issues
Post-operative issues after wisdom tooth extraction? Hello Dr. Lin, I recently had two impacted wisdom teeth extracted at the hospital—one was horizontal and the other was horizontally impacted (embedded in the bone). It has been one month and four days since the extraction, but ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If the wound continues to heal poorly and becomes a chronic wound, it is recommended to address systemic factors, including whether there is immunosuppression or long-term use of systemic medications. It may be necessary to consult with internal medicine or family medicine...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Understanding Pain and Healing Issues