Should You Treat Periodontal Disease or Extract Your Tooth?
Should periodontal disease be treated or should the tooth be extracted? The first lower right molar underwent root canal treatment years ago but has not been crowned. The adjacent second molar was discovered to have a vertical crack due to tooth pain two years ago, and the dentis...
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Dear Mr. Ku: Hello! As mentioned, an X-ray is still needed to determine whether the issue is related to root canal treatment or periodontal problems, to see if it can be salvaged. If there are no teeth in the back, you can consider getting a removable denture or an implant. Pleas...[Read More] Should You Treat Periodontal Disease or Extract Your Tooth?
Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Filling: Is It a Cavity Again?
Sensitivity to cold after dental filling? Three months ago, I experienced pain in my upper left molar when exposed to cold water (such as when rinsing my mouth), which prompted a visit to the dentist. That tooth had been filled with silver amalgam a long time ago (approximately 9...
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Dear Ms. 123, Hello! Continuous observation is necessary. If you still feel unwell, it is important to check for any more serious issues, and consider re-treatment or nerve extraction. Please communicate frequently with your physician. Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, ...[Read More] Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Filling: Is It a Cavity Again?
Managing Post-Extraction Cysts: Home Remedies and Care Tips
Cyst after tooth extraction Hello doctor, I previously inquired about my condition, and I saw a doctor in Australia. I have a recurring gum cyst, and he extracted the problematic tooth. After a month, my gums have slowly started to heal, although they are not completely healed. H...
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Dear Mr. Tommy, Hello! Based on the examination, there is still inflammation present, and debridement is necessary. Please communicate more with your physician. Thank you! Wishing you safety and health! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Managing Post-Extraction Cysts: Home Remedies and Care Tips
Understanding Gingivitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
The issue of gingivitis? I would like to ask the doctor, previously I felt swelling near the last tooth in the upper right row, so I went to see a dentist for an examination. After taking X-rays, no significant issues were found. However, when the dentist used a probe to touch th...
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Dear Ms. Vivi, Hello! As the doctor mentioned, please focus on maintaining good oral hygiene. If that improves the situation, then it's fine! It may be a periodontal issue; if problems persist, we may need to remove the braces. There could be cavities under the braces! Plea...[Read More] Understanding Gingivitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Post-Root Canal Pain: Causes and Solutions
Post-operative complications of root canal treatment? What could be the reasons for tooth pain after completing root canal treatment? It has been painful for two to three months! The pain is described as pressure pain, not nerve pain. During the root canal treatment, the temporar...
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Dear Mr. Kongshan, Hello! Regarding the sequelae of root canal treatment, it is advisable to seek a specialist in endodontics. Medical centers have such specialists available! Please communicate more with your physician. Thank you! Wishing you peace and safety! Sincerely, Dr....[Read More] Understanding Post-Root Canal Pain: Causes and Solutions
Concerns About Dissolving Stitches After Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Regarding the issue of sutures? I recently had my wisdom teeth extracted, and after the stitches were placed, the doctor told me to return in two weeks to have them removed. However, less than two weeks later, the stitches have turned yellow and seem to have softened. What should...
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Dear Mr. Wu, Hello! As mentioned, it may be an absorbable suture. Please communicate more with your physician. Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Director Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Concerns About Dissolving Stitches After Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Dealing with Discomfort from Your Occlusal Splint: What to Do?
Occlusal splint issues I visited a doctor for my temporomandibular joint disorder, and the doctor recommended that I use an occlusal splint. A few days ago, I received my occlusal splint, and after wearing it, I experienced significant soreness in my left and right molars. The so...
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Dear Ms. Anonymous, Hello! As mentioned, it seems that the occlusal splint is interfering with your teeth. Please return to the clinic for adjustments. Make sure to communicate with your dentist! Thank you! Wishing you well! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Dealing with Discomfort from Your Occlusal Splint: What to Do?
Persistent Jaw Pain Without Cavities: What to Do Next?
Toothache without cavities has progressed to pain even when opening the mouth? Hello Doctor, two days ago I had pain in my lower left tooth and visited a dental clinic. After taking five X-rays, the dentist said there were no cavities and suggested it might be an occlusal issue c...
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Dear Ms. Li Xiaomei, Hello! You are experiencing pain in the lower left teeth, and a more detailed examination is necessary! The pain is located near the area in front of the ear, and it hurts when you open your mouth. You have taken painkillers, but they have not been very effe...[Read More] Persistent Jaw Pain Without Cavities: What to Do Next?
Addressing Enamel Erosion: Solutions for Teeth Grinding Issues
Issues related to enamel? I would like to consult a doctor. I have been experiencing teeth grinding for a long time, and I later started using a bite guard to improve the situation. However, the enamel on my teeth has been significantly worn down, and occasionally I experience se...
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Dear Ms. Vivi, Hello! It is indeed difficult to manage! For the teeth that are more severely worn, using an occlusal splint for protection is recommended. If there is sensitivity, fluoride varnish can be applied! Please communicate more with your dentist. Thank you! Wishing you ...[Read More] Addressing Enamel Erosion: Solutions for Teeth Grinding Issues
Should You Extract a Cavity-Infested Tooth? Expert Insights
Should cavities be extracted? Recently, I sought medical attention due to pain in my left second molar. At the first clinic, the doctor assessed my condition without taking an X-ray and suggested starting with root canal treatment, followed by gum reduction and a dental crown to ...
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Dear Anonymous Miss, Hello! If the cavity is too deep and causing pain, root canal treatment is necessary. After that, a crown will need to be placed, which may extend further down. Each dentist may have a different perspective on this. You might consider crown lengthening befor...[Read More] Should You Extract a Cavity-Infested Tooth? Expert Insights
Should You Get a Root Canal Treatment? Understanding Your Dental Pain
Should root canal treatment be performed? Hello, Doctor. During my dental cleaning, I felt some sensitivity in the spaces between the two upper right teeth. However, I have no discomfort on a daily basis, and I don't feel anything when drinking cold water. The X-rays taken b...
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Dear Miss Xiao-Yin, Hello! Generally speaking, if there are no cavities, root canal treatment is not necessary, as we aim to maintain the integrity of the teeth. If you are experiencing some sensitivity or discomfort between two teeth, it is important to determine the cause. If ...[Read More] Should You Get a Root Canal Treatment? Understanding Your Dental Pain
Pain in Front Tooth After Extraction of Upper Second Molar: What to Do?
Extraction of the second molar, pain in the anterior teeth? Hello doctor, I had my upper right second molar extracted today because it couldn't be treated. However, after the extraction, I noticed that the tooth in front of it hurts when I bite down. Could this pain be cause...
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Dear Ms. N, Hello! The second upper right molar has been extracted, and the adjacent tooth is experiencing pain. This could be due to inflammation caused by the extraction of the molar, or there may be an underlying issue. A clinical examination is necessary to determine the cau...[Read More] Pain in Front Tooth After Extraction of Upper Second Molar: What to Do?
Understanding Gum Swelling and Nerve Pain: A Dental Dilemma
Gingival swelling and neuropathic pain? Hello Doctor: I have seen three dentists, and they all have different opinions, while my gums continue to ache (I am currently abroad and do not have a regular dentist). The first dentist took an X-ray and found an abscess beneath the gums;...
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Dear Ms. Sophia, Hello! The X-ray shows a white mass, which actually makes me feel more at ease. The gums continue to ache subtly; this is generally indicative of a periodontal abscess or a periapical abscess, which requires clinical evaluation. Please communicate more with your...[Read More] Understanding Gum Swelling and Nerve Pain: A Dental Dilemma
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Dealing with Odor and White Residue
After Wisdom Tooth Extraction Hello, Doctor: It has been 4 days since I had my lower right wisdom tooth extracted, and I have been experiencing a foul odor in my mouth along with a sour and bitter taste. I found some white masses in the socket of the extraction site, and when I u...
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Dear Ms. RT, Hello! There are generally two types of hemostatic cotton: one is non-absorbable, which needs to be removed after three days, and the other is absorbable, which does not need to be removed. What is the white object? It requires clinical examination to differentiate...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Dealing with Odor and White Residue
Why Do I Still Feel Sensation in My Tooth After Root Canal Treatment?
After undergoing root canal treatment, the tooth may still have sensation when lightly tapped? Hello: I am currently undergoing root canal treatment on my lower right molar. The nerve should have been completely removed, and an X-ray has been taken, which did not show any nerve r...
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Dear Ms. Recca, Hello! The tooth that has undergone root canal treatment still has sensation. In fact, the interior of the tooth's root canal is quite complex. You can imagine that a large river can branch into many tributaries; similarly, the root canal can also split into...[Read More] Why Do I Still Feel Sensation in My Tooth After Root Canal Treatment?
Impacts of Unremoved Wisdom Tooth Stitches: What You Need to Know
The wisdom tooth line has not been properly removed? After having my wisdom teeth removed, I accidentally lost the stitches. A week later, I went to the doctor for a check-up, and the doctor said he couldn't see any stitches and told me not to worry. However, a month later, ...
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Dear Miss Baicai, Hello! If the sutures are not removed properly, it may cause pain. Please have them removed! Make sure to communicate more with your physician. Thank you! Wishing you safety and health! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Impacts of Unremoved Wisdom Tooth Stitches: What You Need to Know
Understanding Chronic Gingivitis: Symptoms and Dental Care Tips
Chronic gingivitis I would like to ask the doctor, if I often feel that the tissue behind my teeth is slightly swollen, but it is not very noticeable externally, could it be chronic gingivitis? I don't experience bleeding while brushing, and there is not much pain; I can eat...
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Dear Ms. Vivi, Hello! Essentially, maintaining oral hygiene is quite effective for chronic gingivitis. If there is still some swelling in the gum tissue, an X-ray should be taken to check for any severe periodontal disease or bone issues. Please communicate more with your dentis...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Gingivitis: Symptoms and Dental Care Tips
Managing Gum Swelling After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions
Swelling of the gums after wisdom tooth extraction? Hello, I recently had my wisdom tooth extracted at the hospital, and shortly after the stitches were removed, I noticed a small lump on the adjacent gum. I consulted a nearby clinic, and the doctor suggested it might be inflamma...
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Dear Ms. T T: Hello! After wisdom tooth extraction, if there is still swelling of the gums and a pus pocket remains after changing the medication, it is essential to take an X-ray and perform debridement. Please communicate more with your doctor! Thank you! Wishing you safety! Si...[Read More] Managing Gum Swelling After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions
Should You Get Dental Fillings for Worn Teeth Before Whitening?
Tooth surface wear I have significant wear on the entire surface of both of my front teeth, which feels rough. This was caused by brushing too hard in the past. Should I get dental fillings for this? I am also considering buying over-the-counter whitening strips for teeth whiteni...
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Dear Ms. Chang Yu-Chun, Hello! Tooth surface wear should generally be addressed by a dentist, and they can help you with it. Please have your dentist evaluate the whitening strips available on the market to see if they are suitable for you. Make sure to communicate frequently wi...[Read More] Should You Get Dental Fillings for Worn Teeth Before Whitening?
Post-Root Canal Itching and Discomfort: What You Need to Know
Gingival itching after root canal treatment? Hello, doctor. After my first lower molar was treated with root canal therapy and sealed with MTA, I have been feeling discomfort for a few weeks, especially at the junction of the sixth and seventh teeth, where I experience a particul...
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Dear Ms. abcde, Hello! After root canal treatment, if you experience gum soreness and itching, it is essential to assess the situation through X-rays. Please communicate closely with your dentist. Thank you! Wishing you well! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Post-Root Canal Itching and Discomfort: What You Need to Know