Traditional vs. Laser Surgery for Severe Periodontal Disease: Costs and Benefits
Periodontal disease treatment Hello! I have severe periodontal disease and have undergone several cleanings in the past two months. The doctor has recommended surgery. Which is better, traditional surgery or laser surgery? What are the approximate costs?
Dr. Lai Liwen reply Dentistry
The effectiveness of traditional surgery is widely recognized in the dental field, and laser treatment has additional benefits. Since I cannot see the actual condition of your oral cavity, I cannot determine which treatment method is most suitable for you. I recommend discussing ...[Read More] Traditional vs. Laser Surgery for Severe Periodontal Disease: Costs and Benefits
Seeking Solutions for Misaligned Teeth After Orthodontic Treatment
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate. Please provide the text you'd like I have misaligned teeth and also have a crossbite. Ten years ago, I underwent orthodontic treatment with braces for about one to two years. Just as I was nearing the completion of my...
Dr. Lai Liwen reply Dentistry
Hello: Regarding your issue, it mainly involves a lack of coordination in bone growth, with the mandible being overly protruded. Therefore, the physician recommends surgical intervention, which is classified as a type of plastic surgery. However, for a complete treatment regimen,...[Read More] Seeking Solutions for Misaligned Teeth After Orthodontic Treatment
Should You Proactively Extract a Child's Loose Tooth?
Should one proactively extract teeth? Hello Doctor: I have a 7-year-old child whose teeth are relatively healthy. Previously, we had to extract a lower front baby tooth that was loose but had not yet fallen out, as a new tooth was already coming in. Now, there is another loose to...
Dr. Lai Liwen reply Dentistry
After reviewing your description, since the child is in the process of losing teeth and the tooth is quite loose, it is recommended that you take the child to a dentist for extraction.[Read More] Should You Proactively Extract a Child's Loose Tooth?
Understanding Gum Inflammation: Should You Extract Your Wisdom Tooth?
Gingivitis I am currently studying abroad, and a week ago, I developed an abscess next to my lower left wisdom tooth, causing severe pain. After being examined by a local dentist, I was advised to have the tooth extracted. The reasons given were: 1. There is significant gum infla...
Dr. Lai Liwen reply Dentistry
Hello: Regarding your question and description, you are showing signs of periodontal disease, likely due to the improper eruption of your wisdom teeth, which has caused food to become trapped between your second molar and wisdom tooth, leading to an inflammatory response. The fir...[Read More] Understanding Gum Inflammation: Should You Extract Your Wisdom Tooth?