Persistent Pain After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Is It Normal?
Persistent pain one week after wisdom tooth extraction? On June 1, I had my upper horizontal wisdom tooth extracted at the oral surgeon's office. The sutures used were of a material that does not require removal. It has been a week since the extraction, and the wound sometim...
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Dear Ms. Lilly, Hello! After your tooth extraction, you are experiencing discomfort. It is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible to prevent further complications. Take care of yourself! Wishing you all the best and a smooth recovery! Sincerely, Dr. Huang T...[Read More] Persistent Pain After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Is It Normal?
Restoring Missing Molars: Can Bridges Help Improve Chewing Ability?
Missing the first, second, and third molars? Hello, doctor. I am missing the first, second, and third molars, a total of three teeth. Currently, my first and second premolars have a dental bridge. I am considering removing the dental bridge on the first and second premolars and e...
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Dear Mr. Chen, Hello! Basically, a cantilever bridge is not recommended. The first and second premolars are prone to damage. It is advisable to consider the overall condition of your teeth and create suitable dentures. Take care! Wishing you peace and smoothness in everything! ...[Read More] Restoring Missing Molars: Can Bridges Help Improve Chewing Ability?
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Understanding Persistent Bleeding Issues
Bleeding from the extraction site of a horizontal wisdom tooth can occur two to three days after the stitches are removed? On May 7, I had my lower left wisdom tooth extracted. It has been over a month since the stitches were removed, but the wound tends to bleed every three days...
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Dear Ms. Wendy, Hello! It has been a month since your wisdom tooth extraction, and you are still experiencing bleeding. I recommend that you go to the hospital for a thorough examination. Please maintain good oral hygiene! Take care of yourself! Wishing you all the best and a s...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Understanding Persistent Bleeding Issues
Post-Root Canal: Is It Normal to Feel Itchy Sensation in Upper Teeth?
After root canal treatment I have had root canal treatment on two of my lower left teeth due to gum inflammation, and now I am experiencing a strange sensation at the back of my upper teeth that feels somewhat itchy and persists throughout the day. Is this normal, or could it ind...
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Dear Ms. Tsai, Hello! It could possibly be a case of referred pain! A thorough examination is still necessary. Please take care! Wishing you peace and smoothness in everything! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Post-Root Canal: Is It Normal to Feel Itchy Sensation in Upper Teeth?
Understanding Nerve Damage After Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions
Tooth extraction can lead to nerve damage? Hello Dr. Huang, in October 2018, I had my upper left wisdom tooth extracted due to pain. The procedure was painless, and the recovery period was also quite manageable. Later, in November 2018, the dentist discovered that I had a wisdom ...
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Dear Ms. Chou, Hello! I recommend visiting a medical center to see an oral surgeon. Take care! Wishing you all the best and smooth recovery! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Understanding Nerve Damage After Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Key Questions and Considerations
Wisdom tooth extraction issues? Hello, Doctor. I discovered that my wisdom tooth had a cavity on Sunday, so I went to see the dentist on Tuesday. The dentist recommended extracting the tooth because it had decayed about a quarter from the side, but it hadn't reached the nerv...
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Dear Miss Mo Mo, Hello! You have raised a very logical question! 1. If the lower right wisdom tooth has no cavities, it can be left in place for now. If there is future gum inflammation or cavities that become difficult to manage, then it can be extracted later. 2. It can tem...[Read More] Understanding Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Key Questions and Considerations
Can Cavities Return After Root Canal Treatment? Here's What You Need to Know
Recurrent cavities after root canal treatment? Can a tooth that has undergone root canal treatment and developed new cavities be restored with a filling?
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Dear Ms. Ting: Hello! If you have developed another cavity after completing root canal treatment, it can be filled, but it is safer to have a crown placed. Take care! Wishing you all the best! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry.[Read More] Can Cavities Return After Root Canal Treatment? Here's What You Need to Know
Impact of Ceramic Restorations on Tooth Sensitivity and Discomfort
Regarding teeth that have already been restored with ceramic prosthetics? Hello Doctor: Yesterday (06/12), I had a cavity filled in my upper right first molar. This tooth had previously experienced a vertical fracture, which was later restored with a ceramic crown. Could you plea...
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Dear Mr. John, Hello! (There has been a history of vertical fractures in the teeth.) The greatest concern is the possibility of nerve damage. If you bite down, it may hurt, which could indicate the need for root canal treatment! A thorough examination is still necessary. Take ca...[Read More] Impact of Ceramic Restorations on Tooth Sensitivity and Discomfort
Swollen Gums with Hardness and Minor Bleeding: Dental Concerns Explained
Swollen and red gums that feel hard to the touch, with slight bleeding but no pain? Hello, Doctor: About a year ago, I had a root canal treatment on my right central incisor and the adjacent tooth, and I had them reduced in size and covered with porcelain crowns. Over the past si...
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Dear Ms. Chen, Hello! (The gums are red and swollen, firm to the touch, with slight bleeding but no pain.) This may be indicative of periodontal disease or a fractured tooth root! A thorough examination is necessary! Please seek medical attention as soon as you return to your ho...[Read More] Swollen Gums with Hardness and Minor Bleeding: Dental Concerns Explained
Understanding Periodontal Surgery: When Is It Necessary and What to Expect?
Periodontal surgery Hello Dr. Huang: My lower left first incisor has gum recession, and there is very little keratinized gingiva left. Aside from occasional discomfort when pressed or during significant movements like my lower lip being everted, I have no other discomfort or infl...
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Dear Ms. Li, Hello! It is important to trust the recommendations of your dentist! Otherwise, serious dental issues may arise, and you could risk losing your teeth! Please take care of yourself! Wishing you peace and success in everything! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Den...[Read More] Understanding Periodontal Surgery: When Is It Necessary and What to Expect?
Why Chewing Pain Affects Elderly with Dentures: Solutions and Insights
Chewing during meals is painful? My grandfather is nearly 80 years old and has experienced physical decline. A year ago, he received a set of removable dentures that fit well and had no issues with occlusion. However, since the beginning of this year, he has been unable to bite h...
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Dear Miss Confused, Hello! We need to check for any ulcers. The dentures need some adjustments, or you might consider not wearing them for a few days. We can try wearing them again after a week, but a thorough examination is still necessary. Take care and I wish you all the best...[Read More] Why Chewing Pain Affects Elderly with Dentures: Solutions and Insights
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Managing Nerve Sensation and Stitches
The gums are sutured after the extraction of horizontal wisdom teeth? Hello, Doctor. I had two wisdom teeth extracted on the evening of May 22nd, one of which was a horizontal wisdom tooth. The doctor took an X-ray and informed me that it was close to the nerve, so I signed a sur...
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Dear Ms. Tsai Hsiao-Chieh, Hello! If the wisdom tooth extraction is deep, the hematoma may be more severe and could compress the nerve, leading to numbness in the lower lip. Recovery will gradually improve once the hematoma resolves. Removing the stitches early is not a problem!...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Managing Nerve Sensation and Stitches
Understanding Periodontal Surgery: Necessity and Costs Explained
Periodontal surgical treatment Hello Doctor, I have been informed that I have moderate to severe periodontal issues, and the doctor recommended a full-mouth anesthesia procedure. The doctor mentioned that they would need to flap the gums for treatment. I would like to ask if it i...
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Dear Ms. Sin, Hello! I would like to inquire about which ointment is being used. We commonly use bone powder, and the cost is also 5000 NT dollars. May I ask for further clarification? Wishing you peace and success in all your endeavors! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentis...[Read More] Understanding Periodontal Surgery: Necessity and Costs Explained
Understanding Gum Issues in Children: When to Seek Dental Care
Gum issues Hello Doctor: A first-grade male student has a small hole in the gum area of his lower front tooth, approximately 0.2 cm in size. It is not painful, but it has been present for over two weeks. I consulted a dentist last week, who said it was fine since it doesn't ...
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Dear Ms. Gaga: Hello! Please avoid brushing near the wound to prevent irritation and infection. You may apply an oral ointment. It should heal within a week. Additionally, maintain good oral hygiene and consume more fruits, vegetables, or vitamins B and C! If it does not heal, yo...[Read More] Understanding Gum Issues in Children: When to Seek Dental Care
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Care: Addressing Potential Bone Exposure Issues
Post-operative care issues after wisdom tooth extraction (suspected maxillary bone exposure) Hello, Doctor. I had my wisdom teeth extracted in early April, and I had regular follow-up appointments until May. The doctor mentioned that the wound was healing well, and I was advised ...
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Dear Mr. Dou: Hello! It seems that there may be exposed bone fragments. If there is no pain, it may gradually resolve on its own. However, if there is pain, it would be advisable to return to the original clinic for treatment as soon as possible. Take care! Wishing you peace and ...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Care: Addressing Potential Bone Exposure Issues
Sensitivity in Adjacent Teeth After Dental Implant: Causes and Solutions
Two days after the dental implant procedure, the adjacent healthy tooth on the right side became very sensitive? Two lower front teeth were loose for a long time, and recently one was extracted for dental implant placement, along with a bridge to address the issue. However, two d...
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Dear Mr. Wang Tian-Cai, Hello! It may be necessary to take an X-ray for further confirmation of the issue. Please take care of yourself! Wishing you peace and smoothness in everything! Sincerely, Director Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Sensitivity in Adjacent Teeth After Dental Implant: Causes and Solutions
Why Is My Root Canal Tooth Hurting Again? Possible Causes Explained
A few years ago, I had a root canal on a tooth, and it has started to hurt again? Hello Doctor, I am currently abroad and unable to return to the clinic where I initially received treatment, so I would like to inquire about a tooth that I had root canal treatment on a few years a...
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Dear Mr. Chen, Hello! The tooth that has undergone root canal treatment is starting to hurt again and feels loose. It is possible that there is severe periodontal disease requiring extraction, or there may be a fracture in the tooth that needs to be removed. It might also be nec...[Read More] Why Is My Root Canal Tooth Hurting Again? Possible Causes Explained
Understanding Sensitivity in Molars: Causes and Solutions
Molar sensitivity When biting down on something or pushing the tongue against the upper right molars, there is a sour sensation. I previously had a cavity that was filled. What could be the reason for this?
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Dear Mr. Nan Nan: Hello! Based on what you mentioned, there may be cavities or periodontal disease! An X-ray is also needed for confirmation! Take care! Wishing you all the best! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry.[Read More] Understanding Sensitivity in Molars: Causes and Solutions
Concerns About Filling Loss After Root Canal Treatment: What to Do?
Post-root canal treatment filling dislodged? Hello Doctor, my upper left second molar has completed root canal treatment and has been sealed. The doctor said to observe it for two weeks and return for a follow-up; if there are no issues, I can proceed with getting a crown. This t...
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Dear Ms. Hsu, Hello! As mentioned, we need to expedite the fabrication of the dental braces. Prior to that, we need to create the dental impressions to avoid any breakage. Please take care! Wishing you all the best and smooth progress! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang Departm...[Read More] Concerns About Filling Loss After Root Canal Treatment: What to Do?
Managing Dental Issues During Pregnancy: What to Do When a Filling Falls Out
The filling of the lower right first molar has fallen out and is no longer restorable (during pregnancy)? Hello Doctor: As mentioned, my lower right first molar was filled about 10 years ago (it has undergone root canal treatment). Originally, only a thin outer layer remains, les...
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Dear Miss Yang Tofu, Hello! Based on what you've described, the cavity seems to be quite large. If the decay extends too deep below the gum line, extraction may be necessary. However, if root canal treatment is successful and there is no deep decay, a dental post can be pla...[Read More] Managing Dental Issues During Pregnancy: What to Do When a Filling Falls Out