Dr. Huang Tingfang reply Dentistry Question - Page 4

Gum pain I apologize for the inconvenience, but I would like to ask if you are currently undergoing orthodontic treatment. When using a floss pick, I experience slight discomfort when the tip touches the gum of the lower right second molar, but there is no pain when brushing or e...

The lower left molar has undergone root canal treatment and is experiencing gum swelling and pain after being fitted with a crown? On September 15, I completed a root canal on my lower left molar. On September 21, I felt soreness and tenderness when applying pressure to the tooth...

Is tooth extraction the only option for periodontal disease? The doctor said that my periodontitis is severe, and the bone around my upper molars may be gone, suggesting extraction. I have the following questions: 1. Is there any option other than extraction? 2. I found informati...

Swelling of the gums after wisdom tooth extraction? I had my lower right horizontal wisdom tooth extracted on the afternoon of August 31, and I have stitches. As of September 4, while there is no throbbing pain, the gums around the wound are still red and swollen. When I bite dow...

Choosing Between Tooth Extraction and Dental Implants Hello, Doctor. Because I did not take good care of my teeth in the past, I have consulted several clinics and I am currently caught between tooth extraction and dental implants. I have had root canal treatment and have undergo...

Molar issues 1. Yes, the loss of your upper right wisdom tooth and the second molar can affect your bite and how you chew food. It may lead to shifting of adjacent teeth and changes in your occlusion. 2. Whether you need to get an implant for your upper second molar depends on v...

After root canal treatment and nerve removal, if the tooth still feels sensitive to touch after more than two months, is it possible to seal it and complete the root canal treatment? After root canal treatment, where the nerve was removed and medication was placed, the tooth stil...

Which type of dentist should I see? Hello Dr. Huang: My second-to-last molar had a root canal treatment and was capped with a crown, but two weeks ago the crown came off, and the tooth broke inside the crown. The crown itself is intact, and there is a long screw attached to the f...

Will the extraction of horizontal wisdom teeth affect already aligned teeth? Hello Doctor, I have been receiving dental treatment at a local dental clinic in my hometown for over 10 years, during which I also completed orthodontic treatment. About 3 to 4 years ago, I discovered t...

Temporomandibular joint and ear? Doctor, I have an issue with my right temporomandibular joint that affects my face, among other things. Additionally, there is a problem with the appearance of my ear; the cartilage below my right ear, where it connects to the temporomandibular jo...

The tongue is constantly being scraped or worn down? My father had to redo his dentures due to discomfort, but after the remake, his tongue is constantly being irritated by the dentures. He consulted an oral surgeon who mentioned that my father's alveolar bone is deformed bu...

During the waiting period for dental filling, the tooth has started to feel sensitive again? I would like to ask the doctor: 1. How long is it generally recommended for patients to complete the filling after the removal of a cavity? 2. Is it normal to experience sensitivity or di...

Post-operative issues after wisdom tooth extraction and suture removal? Doctor, I just had my stitches removed, and the night after, I felt a prickling sensation as if the wound might open up. Is this prickling sensation normal?

Do crooked teeth need braces for correction? Do crooked teeth need braces for correction, such as those that are horizontally misaligned or unevenly arranged? What is the most effective and cost-effective type of braces recommended, and how long does the treatment typically take?...

Pain in the gum pockets radiating to the ear? I have been experiencing tooth pain for almost two weeks. Initially, my right tooth would hurt when I drank something too cold, and I also felt intermittent pain at other times. I visited the dentist, who said that my gums were red an...

Tooth fracture issues? Hello, a few days ago I experienced pain behind the last tooth on the upper right side when eating hot food. I initially thought it was related to the extraction site from my wisdom tooth removal three months ago. After scheduling an appointment with the de...

Success rate of intentional replantation? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about the symptoms that persist after microscopic root canal treatment on my lower right second molar (tooth pain, gum pain, and dull toothache). The doctor suggested intentional replantation. What is the...

Wisdom Tooth Wound Care Hello, Doctor: I had my upper wisdom tooth extracted last Friday (August 14), and I have stitches. The doctor prescribed me medication for three days, but I won't be able to have the stitches removed until the 25th. Is there a concern about the wound ...

After dental filling, there may be significant pain when biting down with the upper and lower teeth? In June, I went for a routine dental check-up. I was concerned about a large cavity on the lower left second molar, fearing it might crack, and I occasionally experienced mild pai...

Mouth ulcers and tooth pain? When you have a mouth ulcer, it's common to experience some discomfort or pain in the teeth near the ulcer. In your case, it seems that the two teeth on the right side, one positioned more inward and the other slightly outward, were fine before t...