When Should Infants Start Fluoride Supplements and Dental Care?
When is it appropriate for infants and young children to take fluoride tablets or receive fluoride treatments? Dear Dr. Wu, I have two daughters (twins) who are currently about 8 months old and have started to develop their primary teeth. I have a few questions: 1. When is the ...
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1. Fluoride tablets are usually given to children to dissolve in their mouths before bedtime, with one tablet taken daily, starting after the eruption of primary teeth. Fluoride varnish application should begin only after the child can spit, typically around the age of three. 2. ...[Read More] When Should Infants Start Fluoride Supplements and Dental Care?
Is Orthodontic Treatment Suitable for My Incomplete Adult Teeth?
Is it suitable for orthodontic treatment? I am 15 years old, but my teeth have not fully erupted yet (I have lost some teeth, but they have not grown back). Is it suitable for me to get braces?
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Please provide[Read More] Is Orthodontic Treatment Suitable for My Incomplete Adult Teeth?
How Much Does Orthodontic Treatment Cost in the U.S.?
How much does an orthodontic treatment cost? How much does orthodontic treatment cost for both upper and lower teeth?
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The severity of dental misalignment varies among individuals.[Read More] How Much Does Orthodontic Treatment Cost in the U.S.?
How Long Do You Need to Wear Braces for Orthodontic Treatment?
How long do I need to wear braces for orthodontic treatment? How long do I need to wear braces for orthodontic treatment?
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It varies depending on the severity of the dental misalignment, ranging from one to several years.[Read More] How Long Do You Need to Wear Braces for Orthodontic Treatment?
Optimal Age for Orthodontic Treatment: When to Start Braces?
Suitable for orthodontic treatment? What is the appropriate age for orthodontic treatment?
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Answer: Evaluation can begin gradually when the child starts losing teeth. Initially, a removable orthodontic appliance can be used to maintain space. If the situation is more severe, a fixed orthodontic appliance can be introduced gradually as the tooth loss progresses.[Read More] Optimal Age for Orthodontic Treatment: When to Start Braces?
Understanding Dental Fillings: Do They Apply to Dentures Too?
Dental filling Hello, Doctor: Recently, I went for a dental cleaning, and the dentist told me that I had cavities, so they filled them. However, I found it strange that one of the fillings was done on my denture. Do dentures also need fillings? How often should I get my teeth cle...
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I think it might not be a filling on the crown (dental prosthesis), but rather a filling on the tooth structure underneath the crown that has decayed. How often should I get my teeth cleaned? Actually, it varies; each person's oral hygiene practices differ. If someone mainta...[Read More] Understanding Dental Fillings: Do They Apply to Dentures Too?
Do You Really Need Dentures After Root Canal Treatment?
Dentures I have two molars that have undergone root canal treatment. I need to get dentures. Is it necessary? If I make a strong effort to protect my teeth by brushing and having regular check-ups, can I avoid getting dentures?
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A tooth that has undergone root canal treatment should be crowned; otherwise, it is prone to fracture when biting down on hard objects.[Read More] Do You Really Need Dentures After Root Canal Treatment?
Understanding When to Use All-Ceramic Crowns in Dentistry
About all-ceramic crowns? My front tooth underwent root canal treatment due to decay, and because the tooth has a more translucent color, the dentist recommended using a full ceramic crown. However, I would like to ask under what circumstances a full ceramic crown is necessary. W...
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For those with high aesthetic demands, a full ceramic crown can be used. The difference between a full ceramic crown and a conventional porcelain crown lies in the use of high-hardness materials, which are pressure-resistant and less prone to fracture. Therefore, unlike tradition...[Read More] Understanding When to Use All-Ceramic Crowns in Dentistry
Is Orthodontic Treatment Suitable After Turning 20?
Is it still suitable to undergo orthodontic treatment after the age of 20? Is it still suitable to undergo orthodontic treatment after the age of 20?
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Sure.[Read More] Is Orthodontic Treatment Suitable After Turning 20?
How Long Does Teeth Braces Treatment Take and What Are the Costs?
A person who really wants to straighten their teeth? Hello Dr. Wu, I would like to ask about my lower teeth, which are a bit misaligned (the upper teeth are fine) and I have some protruding teeth. If I want to undergo orthodontic treatment, how long would the process typically ...
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It varies depending on the severity of the individual case; younger individuals tend to recover faster, typically within 1 to 2 years, with costs ranging from 60,000 to 100,000 TWD.[Read More] How Long Does Teeth Braces Treatment Take and What Are the Costs?
Understanding Tooth Wear: Causes and Remedies for Teens
Tooth wear Hello, doctor: I am a 14-year-old middle school girl. Due to poor brushing habits in my childhood, I now have enamel that appears to be worn down and translucent. Is this considered tooth wear? What can I do to remedy this? Wishing you happiness, good health, and all t...
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Tooth wear caused by brushing typically occurs most frequently on the buccal surfaces of the premolars. Due to enamel wear, the teeth may appear yellow as the underlying dentin becomes exposed. Therefore, your condition may not be due to tooth wear. It is advisable to consult a d...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Wear: Causes and Remedies for Teens
How to Treat Cavities Between Teeth Without Losing a Tooth?
How can cavities between teeth be treated? Hello Dr. Wu, I have a small cavity between my left third molar and second molar, specifically in the interproximal area. Both of these teeth have been previously restored. If I need to fill that cavity, how would the dentist proceed? Wi...
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The third molar (commonly known as the wisdom tooth) often erupts in an improper direction and position, making oral hygiene difficult between it and the second molar, leading to interproximal caries between these two teeth. Generally, it is quite challenging to directly restore ...[Read More] How to Treat Cavities Between Teeth Without Losing a Tooth?
How to Protect Your Dental Implants from Damage and Wear
Regarding magnetic teeth? When I went for a dental cleaning, the dentist noticed a depression in the area where I had a dental prosthesis. How can I protect my dental implants?
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Defects in porcelain crowns are usually caused by excessive occlusal force or accidental fractures. Therefore, it is recommended that you avoid biting down on hard foods (such as sugarcane, bones, etc.) and be mindful to prevent accidents.[Read More] How to Protect Your Dental Implants from Damage and Wear
Understanding Tongue Issues: When to See a Doctor for Symptoms
Tongue Hello, doctor. I have a question. I visited the clinic two days ago due to a fever, and yesterday I went again because of throat pain, which was diagnosed as tonsillitis. Today, I feel something unusual with my tongue. When I looked in the mirror, I noticed that many of th...
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Based on the symptoms you described, it is possible that you have "scarlet fever," which is caused by streptococcal bacteria. The symptoms are very similar to pharyngitis or acute tonsillitis. The taste buds on the surface of the tongue may become swollen, appearing as ...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Issues: When to See a Doctor for Symptoms
Understanding Dental Injuries in Toddlers: What Parents Should Know
Dental injury Hello, doctor. My child, who just turned two years old, fell while playing yesterday and hit their front tooth, causing one of the incisors to be pushed inward, resulting in a protruding and recessed appearance. The gum around the tooth is red and swollen, and it oc...
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1. It depends on the severity of the impact, so an X-ray is still necessary to determine the appropriate course of action.[Read More] Understanding Dental Injuries in Toddlers: What Parents Should Know
Understanding Tongue Numbness: Causes and Remedies for Oral Discomfort
Numbness of the tongue? In the past couple of days, my mouth has felt numb and tingling, as if there is no tongue coating. I'm not sure what the cause is. Are there any ways to improve this condition?
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2. It is unclear whether you have recently consumed any spicy foods that may have caused a tingling sensation on your tongue. It is recommended to adjust your diet, drink plenty of water, and take a multivitamin supplement. If the condition persists without improvement, please vi...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Numbness: Causes and Remedies for Oral Discomfort
Understanding Gum Pain: When to See a Dentist for Holes in Gums
Gum pain I have three holes in my gums these days, one of which is quite large. I'm not sure if this hole is causing my toothache. Is it advisable to see a dentist for the holes in my gums? I had my wisdom tooth extracted in July.
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Response to Doctor: Yang Ming-Huang Subject: Gum Pain Response Content: If there is a hole in the gum, you should see a dentist. As for whether the extraction of wisdom teeth could cause a hole in the gum or even pain in other teeth, further examination with X-rays is necessa...[Read More] Understanding Gum Pain: When to See a Dentist for Holes in Gums
Should You Pull Loose Baby Teeth or Let Nature Take Its Course?
Shedding of primary teeth My 6-year-old daughter has just lost one of her lower front teeth. Recently, the other lower front tooth is only slightly loose, but the permanent tooth has emerged and is not yet visible above the gum line. Should we quickly extract the baby tooth, or i...
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If the permanent tooth has partially erupted, the primary tooth can be extracted, as the primary tooth may occupy the space of the permanent tooth and affect the alignment of the permanent teeth in the future.[Read More] Should You Pull Loose Baby Teeth or Let Nature Take Its Course?
Cost of Dental Veneers and Whitening Solutions Explained
The issue of teeth whitening? Hello, in the previous response regarding teeth cleaning, I would like to ask how much the cost is for ceramic dental veneers or all-ceramic dental restorations. Thank you.
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Subject of the question: Response regarding teeth whitening: The cost of ceramic veneers or porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns varies due to the complexity of the manufacturing techniques involved and the higher production costs, which differ according to the level of difficulty.[Read More] Cost of Dental Veneers and Whitening Solutions Explained
Understanding Periodontal Disease: Treatment Options and Expert Care in Taichung
Periodontal disease I experience bleeding when brushing my teeth, and after an examination by a clinic doctor, it was found that my gums have receded by two-thirds. However, the doctor believes that we should first remove the tartar and observe for one to two months before decidi...
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Response to the physician: Hsu Yu-Pi Subject: Periodontal Disease Reply: For the treatment of periodontal disease, it is best to consult a periodontist for optimal results. Generally, periodontists are more likely to provide comprehensive and systematic treatment. The treatment p...[Read More] Understanding Periodontal Disease: Treatment Options and Expert Care in Taichung