Understanding Tongue Discomfort: Causes and Treatment Options
Discomfort in the tongue? Hello Doctor, my father visited an ENT specialist and a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner last November due to oral discomfort. They diagnosed him with tongue inflammation and suspected it might be related to dental issues, so we consulted a dent...
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Hello Vantar: If the dentist has examined and found no sharp edges of teeth irritating the tongue causing inflammation, the recurrent tongue inflammation may be due to emotional stress or lack of sleep leading to immune system dysregulation. It is advisable to consult an oral sur...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Discomfort: Causes and Treatment Options
Experiencing Tooth Sensitivity After Getting Permanent Dental Bridge?
Sensitivity after getting fixed dentures? I am currently undergoing a molar bridge treatment and have had the provisional crown temporarily cemented for about four days. Usually, I don't feel much discomfort, but I do experience sensitivity when eating hot or cold foods. I d...
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Dear Mr. Anonymous, If you experience sensitivity or pain when consuming hot or cold foods after wearing your permanent dental bridge for four days, it is advisable to return for a check-up. This may indicate issues with the fit of the bridge or your bite alignment. Sincerely...[Read More] Experiencing Tooth Sensitivity After Getting Permanent Dental Bridge?
Understanding Oral Mucosal Swelling: Causes and Treatment Options
Swelling of the oral mucosa? One day, a linear protrusion was discovered deep in the oral mucosa (on the cheek beside the molars), which appeared swollen and white. This linear protrusion has two branches, a and b, extending from the root area (spreading from the inside of the mo...
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Hello Mr. Takemoto: The inflammation of the oral mucosa may be caused by an immune system disorder. It is recommended to consult a dentist or an oral surgeon for further examination. Director Tseng Guang-Hui, Dental Department, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Oral Mucosal Swelling: Causes and Treatment Options
Essential Care for Temporary and Permanent Dentures: Disinfection and Maintenance
Could you please provide more details or specify your question regarding dental braces (dentures)? Hello Dr. Tseng, I would like to ask the following questions: (1) What disinfection procedures should be followed for temporary dentures and permanent dentures before they are place...
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Hello Ms. Liu: (1) Before applying either a temporary or permanent dental crown, it is necessary to clean the teeth with ultrasonic scaling and ensure there is no gum bleeding before cementing the crown. (2) As long as the crown is securely bonded, the adhesive will initially har...[Read More] Essential Care for Temporary and Permanent Dentures: Disinfection and Maintenance
Managing Gum Pain and Loose Teeth: Dental Care Insights
Swollen gums accompanied by loose teeth? Hello Dr. Tseng, I have been experiencing swelling and pain in the gums around my upper left molar for two days (not the wisdom tooth), and the tooth feels loose. It hurts more when food touches it, and the inside of the gums appears swoll...
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Hello Ms. Zoya: The gums around your upper left molar are swollen and painful, which may indicate a dental abscess. The tooth is also loose, possibly due to significant bone resorption around the tooth. Additionally, the crown is too short to support a dental crown. It is recomme...[Read More] Managing Gum Pain and Loose Teeth: Dental Care Insights
Should I Get My Hard Palate Bump Checked? Dental Health Insights
I have a small bump on my hard palate (the area above my tongue, behind the upper teeth)? I do not smoke or drink alcohol. However, I have a small bump on my hard palate. It is not painful. Should I get it checked?
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Hello Mr. Huang: It is recommended to see a dentist for further examination. Dr. Tseng Guang-Hui, Chief of Dentistry, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Should I Get My Hard Palate Bump Checked? Dental Health Insights
Understanding Pain in the Mouth Without Swelling or Lumps
There is no swelling or hard lumps inside the oral cavity, but there is pain? The area in the back of my mouth, just behind the upper molar and close to the tonsil, shows no visible signs of injury. There is no swelling or hard lumps upon examination, but it is slightly painful w...
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Hello Mr. Anonymous: It is possible that the inflammation of the gums is caused by the eruption of the second or third molars. It is recommended to consult a dentist for further examination. Dr. Tseng Guang-Hui, Department of Dentistry, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Pain in the Mouth Without Swelling or Lumps
Overcoming Dental Anxiety: Tips for a Comfortable Filling Experience
Fear of dental fillings? When getting a dental filling, it can be quite uncomfortable when the drill touches the affected area. Are there any methods to help alleviate this discomfort? Is it true that proper brushing combined with mouthwash can prevent cavities? After getting a r...
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Dear Miss Chi, 1. During dental fillings, there may be sensitivity or pain. If the cavity is too deep, it is advisable to ask the dentist to administer local anesthesia before the procedure. 2. Proper brushing and the use of dental floss to clean between the teeth can help preve...[Read More] Overcoming Dental Anxiety: Tips for a Comfortable Filling Experience
Understanding Loose Dentures: Causes and Solutions for Seniors
Removable dentures The elderly person recently received dentures, with a full upper set and a partial lower set. They feel that the dentures become loose while rinsing their mouth. What could be the reason for this? Is it normal, or do they need to see the dentist for further adj...
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Hello Ms. Wu: Removable dentures are supported by clasps that attach to the remaining teeth in the mouth, and their stability is not as good as that of fixed dentures. Therefore, it is common to experience some movement while eating. It is recommended to return for a check-up wit...[Read More] Understanding Loose Dentures: Causes and Solutions for Seniors
Understanding Black Spots on Oral Mucosa: Causes and Concerns
There is a black spot (melanosis) on the buccal mucosa? Last night, I discovered a black spot (melanosis) on the buccal mucosa of my cheek. When I touched it, it wasn't raised, swollen, or painful. Could you please help me understand what this might be? I have two photos. Th...
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There is a black spot on the buccal mucosa that is neither raised nor painful, which may be due to a small submucosal hemorrhage causing a hematoma. It is recommended to consult a dentist for further examination. Dr. Tseng Guang-Hui, Chief of Dentistry, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Black Spots on Oral Mucosa: Causes and Concerns
Should You See a Doctor for a Painful Bump in Your Mouth?
The upper right area inside the oral cavity (located deep inside and generally not easily accessible)? There is a white, pimple-like bump located in the upper right area of my mouth (deep inside, usually hard to reach). It feels raised when I touch it with my tongue. I don't...
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Hello Mr. Chen: There is a white, pimple-like growth in the upper right side of your mouth. This is generally a response to irritation of the mucosa, leading to hyperplastic changes. It is advisable to consult a dentist for further examination. Dr. Tseng Guang-Hui, Department of ...[Read More] Should You See a Doctor for a Painful Bump in Your Mouth?
Can a Porcelain Crown Be Repaired? Understanding Dental Options
All-ceramic crown repair Hello, Doctor. My front tooth has had a full porcelain crown for almost three years. Today, I accidentally bit down on something hard and chipped a small corner of the crown, about the size of a quarter of a grain of rice. I returned to the clinic where I...
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Dear Miss Lin, The all-ceramic crown is a monolithic structure and cannot be repaired in the oral cavity. Once it cracks, it can only be removed and a new one must be fabricated. Dr. Tseng Guang-Hui, Department of Dentistry, Nantou Hospital[Read More] Can a Porcelain Crown Be Repaired? Understanding Dental Options
Discomfort After Dental Filling: What to Do When Your Bite Feels Off
The filling of the gaps in the lower right first and second molars has been completed, but the occlusion feels very uncomfortable and weak? Hello, Doctor. Last week on June 17, I went for a dental filling. I told the doctor that the gap between my lower right first and second mol...
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Dear Mr. Joannes, The gap between the first and second molars is too large, which can easily trap food. This may be due to cavities or defects near the contact points of the first and second molars. After the dentist removes the decayed portion, they may fill it with composite r...[Read More] Discomfort After Dental Filling: What to Do When Your Bite Feels Off
Unexplained Growths Under the Tongue: When to See a Doctor
Unidentified growths under the tongue? I recently noticed some unusual growths under my tongue, and around the same time, I had a cold with a fever. I visited an ENT specialist and asked the doctor to check my tongue. He took a quick look and said it was normal. I also have some ...
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Hello MACA: It is recommended to first consult with an oral surgeon or an otolaryngologist for further examination of the unknown lesions on and under the tongue. Director Chuang-Hui Tseng from Nantou Hospital's Dental Department.[Read More] Unexplained Growths Under the Tongue: When to See a Doctor
Sharp Pain in Gums: Possible Causes and Solutions for Dental Discomfort
There is often a sharp, stabbing pain inside the gums? Hello, Doctor! I would like to inquire about a sharp, intermittent pain I've been experiencing in the gum of my upper right last tooth for the past few weeks. I do not have any discomfort when drinking hot or cold bevera...
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Dear Miss Chuang: It is possible that there are tiny cracks on the surface of your teeth, which may cause tooth sensitivity and even lead to pulpitis. If the symptoms persist, it is recommended to return for further examination. Dr. Tseng Guang-Hui, Director of Dentistry, Nantou ...[Read More] Sharp Pain in Gums: Possible Causes and Solutions for Dental Discomfort
Post-Root Canal Pain: Should You See Your Dentist for Gums?
Gum pain while brushing teeth? Recently, I had a root canal treatment and need to get a crown. However, after the tooth was shaped, my gums were injured and brushing causes significant pain, although there is no pain when I'm not brushing. The area where the gums meet the te...
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Hello Miss Qiqi: When adjusting braces, if the gums are accidentally ground down, there may be temporary discomfort, but it should gradually heal within a few days. If the pain persists beyond a week, it is advisable to return for a check-up. Dr. Tseng Guang-Hui, Department of De...[Read More] Post-Root Canal Pain: Should You See Your Dentist for Gums?
Gum Recession and Pain: Understanding White Spots and Treatment Options
Gum recession, whitening of the gums, and associated pain? Hello Doctor: I have gum recession on the first lower incisor on the left side, with the tooth root exposed. The margin of the receded gum has turned white. I remember that it started as a white spot, but over the past ne...
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Ms. Li: If the gums of the lower front teeth are turning white and the area of whiteness is increasing, along with painful eversion of the lower lip, it is possible that there is still inflammation within the gingival sulcus. It is recommended to return for a follow-up appointmen...[Read More] Gum Recession and Pain: Understanding White Spots and Treatment Options
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Understanding Yellow Tongue Issues
Post-operative issues after wisdom tooth extraction: yellow tongue? Hello Doctor: I had a wisdom tooth extracted on May 26, 2020, and the next day I noticed that my tongue coating was pale white with a yellowish tint towards the back. I experienced a similar issue after a previou...
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Hello Mr. Jerry: Tongue coating is typically caused by oral bacteria or food debris trapped on the rough surface of the tongue's mucous membrane. It is recommended to use a soft-bristled toothbrush and mouthwash to remove the coating. If there is still white or yellow tongue...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Understanding Yellow Tongue Issues
Can Elderly Denture Wearers Regain Ability to Chew Hard Foods?
Inability to bite hard objects, can it be treated? Hello, doctor. My grandfather is nearly 80 years old and has become frail. He has dentures but is unable to bite hard foods. I would like to ask: 1. Why is he unable to bite hard foods? 2. Is there a way to improve this? I often ...
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Hello, little shrimp: The inability to bite hard objects may indicate an unfavorable periodontal condition of the teeth. If you have dentures, whether removable or fixed, it is important to consult a dentist to examine the periodontal status of the remaining teeth before proceedi...[Read More] Can Elderly Denture Wearers Regain Ability to Chew Hard Foods?
Understanding Upper Jaw Cysts: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Maxillary cyst I have a cyst on my upper jaw that resembles a pimple; it fluctuates in size and is painless and itch-free. It has been present for six months. Today, I consulted a dentist about it, and she mentioned that it might be caused by inflammation inside a tooth, originat...
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Hello Miss Katie: A painless cyst is generally caused by inflammation and necrosis of the dental nerve, leading to an infection at the root apex. It may require root canal treatment to thoroughly clean out the inflamed and necrotic dental nerve, which will help improve the cyst i...[Read More] Understanding Upper Jaw Cysts: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options