Persistent Pain After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions
The wound still hurts two months after wisdom tooth extraction? Hello Doctor, I had my right horizontal wisdom tooth extracted at a dental clinic on November 7, 2016. The recovery time was normal, with swelling and pain lasting about 1-2 weeks before I could eat and brush my teet...
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Dear Ms. Judy, Hello! It has been two months since your wisdom tooth extraction, and the wound is still painful. You need to have an X-ray taken for further evaluation and appropriate management. Please communicate more with your physician. Thank you! Wishing you well! Sincerel...[Read More] Persistent Pain After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions
Should You Extract Both Wisdom Teeth and a Cavity Tooth?
Is it necessary to extract all of them? Hello! I had a root canal treatment on my upper left second molar, but it has decayed again before I could get a crown. I also have a horizontally impacted wisdom tooth that can only be seen on an X-ray. The issue is that some doctors recom...
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Dear Miss Hsiao-Ting, Hello! If the horizontal wisdom tooth is located beneath the root of the second molar, it may not need to be extracted, as this would require more bone disruption. Please communicate more with your dentist. Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Dr. H...[Read More] Should You Extract Both Wisdom Teeth and a Cavity Tooth?
Understanding Persistent Gum Swelling: Causes and Solutions
The gums are repeatedly swollen, but there is no pain? Hello Doctor: I have a cavity in the upper left molar that was treated between October and November. Due to the depth of the cavity, the nerve was killed with medication, and the tooth was filled (the cavity was on the outer ...
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Dear Ms. Rita, Hello! It seems that there may be an issue with the root canal. If there is root canal inflammation, surgical treatment may be necessary; if there is inadequate filling, retreatment may be required; and if there is a root fracture, extraction might be needed. Diag...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Gum Swelling: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Root Canal Treatment: Do You Need Gum Surgery for Cavities?
Does root canal treatment for cavities require cutting the gum tissue? Hello, I have cavities in both my lower left and lower right second molars, which were diagnosed by my dentist through X-rays, and I have no symptoms. The dentist mentioned that the cavities are deep and have ...
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Dear Anonymous Miss, Hello! Regarding your inquiry, root canal treatment for cavities may require gingivectomy if the decay is too deep. If the cavity is covered by overgrown gum tissue, a gingivectomy is necessary to facilitate the sealing of the cavity. However, if the decay i...[Read More] Understanding Root Canal Treatment: Do You Need Gum Surgery for Cavities?
Understanding Tooth Decay: Do I Have Cavities or Not?
Detection of cavities Hello, doctor! I visited the dentist today to check for cavities. The dentist asked if I was experiencing any pain, and I said it wasn't too bad. After examining the X-rays and doing a check-up, he said everything looked fine. Does this mean I don'...
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Dear Ms. Chen, Hello! The primary method for detecting cavities is through visual examination, which can usually identify most cases. For cavities located between teeth, X-rays are used as an auxiliary examination. Please communicate frequently with your dentist! Thank you! Wish...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Decay: Do I Have Cavities or Not?
Understanding Post-Extraction Pain and Care After Wisdom Tooth Removal
Post-operative pain after wisdom tooth extraction? Hello, I had my lower left wisdom tooth extracted six days ago, and the procedure took over two hours (I don't understand why it took so long). I have stitches, and the day after the extraction, the wound wasn't very pa...
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Dear Miss Piglet, Hello! Post-operative pain after wisdom tooth extraction is understandable. However, after six days, the left side of your face is still swollen, the wound is still painful, your throat hurts, and you are unable to chew, which may indicate a larger wound. Pleas...[Read More] Understanding Post-Extraction Pain and Care After Wisdom Tooth Removal
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Pain and Food Debris Concerns
Post-Extraction Questions Regarding Wisdom Teeth Hello, doctor. I had my upper and lower left wisdom teeth removed seven days ago, and the stitches have been taken out. However, I still occasionally feel some pain inside. Is this normal? Additionally, after the extraction of my l...
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Dear Mr. A-Yue, Hello! It has been seven days since the extraction of your upper and lower left wisdom teeth. If the wound shows no redness or swelling and there are only minor abnormalities, it should be acceptable. There may be a small hole after the extraction, which should b...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Pain and Food Debris Concerns
Implant vs Bridge: Can You Get Implants After 20 Years of Tooth Loss?
Dental implants or dental bridges (Is it possible to get dental implants after 20 years of tooth loss?) Hello, my lower right first molar has been missing for 20 years, and I have been using the second molar and second premolar to support a dental bridge. Recently, I experienced ...
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Dear Mr. Jerry, Hello! Regarding your situation: If the second molar is experiencing mobility at grade 1, a crown can still be placed, but a bridge is not advisable. For the first molar, bone grafting and dental implant are recommended. However, if the mobility of the second mol...[Read More] Implant vs Bridge: Can You Get Implants After 20 Years of Tooth Loss?
Understanding Left Jaw Pain: Symptoms and Specialist Recommendations
Swelling and pain in the left mandible? Hello, I have not had orthodontic treatment, and previously I had no discomfort in my face, jaw, or mouth. However, two days ago, I woke up feeling discomfort in my left lower jaw, which is tender to the touch. It feels similar to the soren...
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Dear Miss Lin, Hello! As mentioned, if there is no pain in the oral cavity, it may be due to inflammation of the left submandibular gland. You may consider consulting an otolaryngologist or an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Dr. Huang...[Read More] Understanding Left Jaw Pain: Symptoms and Specialist Recommendations
Understanding Jaw Joint Issues: Clicking Sounds in the Ear Explained
I am not sure if it is temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ)? There is no pain, but when I move my head, I hear a clicking sound in my right ear, and it also occurs when I open my mouth.
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Dear Anonymous Miss: Hello! It seems to be a temporomandibular joint issue! Please seek help from a dentist! Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry.[Read More] Understanding Jaw Joint Issues: Clicking Sounds in the Ear Explained
Understanding Tooth Decay in Gaps: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Cavity between teeth is very painful? I have been experiencing persistent pain in the upper right area near my front tooth (likely in the gum line) recently. The pain comes on suddenly and lasts for a long time without any relief, which is very uncomfortable. I saw a dentist six ...
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Dear Miss [Child's Name], Hello! It is still necessary to see a dentist, get an X-ray, and receive a diagnosis and treatment. Please communicate more with your mother and the doctor! Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Understanding Tooth Decay in Gaps: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Dealing with Blood Streaks and Pain
After having wisdom teeth removed, there may be blood streaks on the inside of the gums? Hello Doctor, about two weeks ago I had my lower right wisdom tooth extracted (it was not horizontally impacted). The wound currently still has a hole (more towards the outer side). I usually...
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Dear Ms. Amber, Hello! As mentioned, it seems there is a blood clot dislodging. You should use mouthwash, but do not rinse too vigorously. If there is yellow pus coming out, you should seek medical attention promptly! Please communicate more with your physician. Thank you! Wishi...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Dealing with Blood Streaks and Pain
Can Gum Disease Cause a Enlarged Tongue? Treatment Options Explained
Periodontal disease = macroglossia? Dear Dr. Huang, can periodontal disease cause a swollen tongue? How can a swollen tongue be treated?
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Dear Mr. Ken, Hello! Can periodontal disease cause a swollen tongue? It should not! How to treat a swollen tongue depends on the underlying cause; unless it affects dentures, it may not require treatment. Please communicate more with your physician! Thank you! Wishing you peace!...[Read More] Can Gum Disease Cause a Enlarged Tongue? Treatment Options Explained
Understanding Crown Margins: Do You Need a New Dental Crown?
Crown margin Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about the gap between a tooth with a crown. When I use dental floss towards the root, I can feel a contact point. Although the floss does not get stuck, does this indicate that the fit between the crown and the natural tooth is poor...
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Dear Mr. Yen, Hello! The fit between the dental crown and the natural tooth is inadequate. Clinically, it needs to be redone, and it is essential for the dentist to examine it. Please communicate more with your physician. Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ti...[Read More] Understanding Crown Margins: Do You Need a New Dental Crown?
Understanding Periodontal Disease and Tooth Loss: A Patient's Journey
Periodontal disease root Doctor, I have a question. A year ago, I had an issue with malocclusion, and the fracture was located on the second-to-last tooth on the lower left side. I consulted several dentists who suggested that I should grind down the teeth in front and behind the...
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Dear Ms. SS: Hello! Periodontal disease actually refers to the destruction of the bone and gums surrounding the teeth, collectively known as periodontal disease! In our country, over 90% of people suffer from periodontal disease. It is better to treat periodontal disease before p...[Read More] Understanding Periodontal Disease and Tooth Loss: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Root Canal Treatment: Addressing Pain and Healing Concerns
Regarding root canal treatment? Hello: A month ago, I had a sore at the gum line of my front tooth and the adjacent lateral incisor. After healing, a small scar remained, with a red outer ring and a whitish center, but it doesn't hurt. Subsequently, the front tooth and later...
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Dear Ms. V: Hello! As mentioned, it is indeed nerve necrosis, which has led to the "mouth ulcers." After root canal treatment, it will improve! The teeth in the lower front often feel very sensitive and painful; a clinical examination is necessary to determine the cause...[Read More] Understanding Root Canal Treatment: Addressing Pain and Healing Concerns
Is Tooth Sensitivity After Flossing a Sign of Cavities?
Using dental floss can cause tooth sensitivity or pain? If using dental floss between two teeth causes some discomfort, could this be a sign of a cavity? I just had a dental check-up where I had other cavities treated and X-rays taken. Is it possible that the dentist overlooked s...
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Dear Mr. P: Hello! As mentioned, using dental floss may cause tooth sensitivity, which could be due to cavities or periodontal disease. Please communicate more with your dentist! Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry.[Read More] Is Tooth Sensitivity After Flossing a Sign of Cavities?
How Long to Wait for Wisdom Teeth to Erupt After Molars Extraction?
Extraction of molar due to caries and waiting for the eruption of wisdom teeth to fill the space? How long should I expect to wait for my wisdom tooth to erupt after having my upper left second molar extracted due to decay (the wisdom tooth is still embedded in the gum and is not...
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Dear Mr. Ah-Lin, Hello! As mentioned, extracting a decayed molar while waiting for the wisdom tooth to erupt can provide an opportunity for it to come in, but there is also a possibility that it may not erupt if the roots of the wisdom tooth have already formed. Please communica...[Read More] How Long to Wait for Wisdom Teeth to Erupt After Molars Extraction?
Persistent Infection After Root Canal: Should You Switch Dentists?
Root canal treatment has been cleaned almost 10 times, but it is still producing pus? Last year, I was considering extracting my wisdom tooth due to severe impaction, but the dentist recommended getting a crown instead. However, during the summer, I suddenly started experiencing ...
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Dear Ms. DJ, Hello! As mentioned, this doctor is very responsible. The root canal treatment for your wisdom tooth may take longer if there is severe infection or pathology at the apex. Extraction is also an option, as it can be difficult to treat and maintain cleanliness post-op...[Read More] Persistent Infection After Root Canal: Should You Switch Dentists?
Ensuring Dental Hygiene During Temporary Crown Procedures
Cleaning issues in treatment? Hello, doctor. I previously had a single ceramic crown placed, but due to orthodontic extraction, I was wearing a temporary crown. Yesterday, the crown came off, and during the process of reattaching it, the dentist only had me rinse my mouth, try on...
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Dear Ms. Pp: Hello! As mentioned, as long as it is dried properly, there should be no issues. The temporary crown is usually adhered with a temporary cement, making it easy to remove for cleaning. Please communicate frequently with your dentist! Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sin...[Read More] Ensuring Dental Hygiene During Temporary Crown Procedures