Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Dealing with Bad Breath and Ear Pain
Extraction of the lower left wisdom tooth? Doctor, I had my lower left wisdom tooth extracted on November 30th. Two days later, I noticed a foul odor when swallowing saliva. I bought mouthwash, but it still smells bad. I observed that the edges of the wound appear white, and I ha...
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Dear user, Based on your description, after having your lower left wisdom tooth extracted, you noticed an unpleasant odor in your mouth. A few days later, you experienced pain in both ears and swelling and warmth in your cheeks. It is advisable for you to return for a follow-up...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Dealing with Bad Breath and Ear Pain
Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Fillings: Common Causes and Solutions
Tooth discomfort? Hello: My dentist treated my cavity by removing the decayed part and filling it. After the filling, I felt very uncomfortable. Yesterday, while using dental floss, the filling broke off, and the discomfort disappeared. However, my tooth became extremely sensitiv...
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Dear online user: Based on your description, it seems that after the dental filling, you experienced discomfort, and after the filling material broke, you felt sensitivity and pain. When the filling material breaks or becomes loose, the tooth is directly exposed to thermal stimul...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Fillings: Common Causes and Solutions
Understanding Gum Inflammation: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Gingivitis I have pain in my left teeth and gums. The doctor said I have gum inflammation, but I don't have any bleeding. It's swollen and very painful. Previously, he filled a cavity in my left front tooth, and it was very painful. Now, even when I touch it, it hurts, ...
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Dear online friend: Based on your description of pain in the left teeth and gums, as well as discomfort in a filled front tooth, it is advisable to explain your symptoms and the location of the pain to a dentist. Please have the dentist conduct a thorough examination to identify ...[Read More] Understanding Gum Inflammation: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Understanding Temporomandibular Joint Disorders: Causes and Treatments
Temporomandibular joint issues? Hello Doctor, I am currently 21 years old. Recently, I have been experiencing pain and sounds below my right ear when I open my mouth and chew, possibly due to my frequent consumption of enoki mushrooms. I understand that this may be a temporomandi...
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Dear user, based on your description, you are experiencing pain and sounds in the right temporomandibular joint (TMJ) when opening your mouth and chewing. It is recommended to temporarily avoid overly tough foods in your diet. You may also try applying a warm towel to the painful...[Read More] Understanding Temporomandibular Joint Disorders: Causes and Treatments
Morning Gum Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions for Your Dental Health
Gum pain upon waking up in the morning? Hello Doctor, recently I've been experiencing slight pain in my gums on both the left and right sides upon waking up in the morning. Sometimes the pain goes away quickly after I get up, while other times it lasts for a short period. I ...
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Dear online user: Based on your description, experiencing pain in the gums on the left side upon waking up, which sometimes lasts for a short period, it is advisable to consult a dentist. The source of gum pain could be due to periodontal inflammation or other dental-related issu...[Read More] Morning Gum Pain: Possible Causes and Solutions for Your Dental Health
Dealing with Wobbly Dentures: When to Seek a Replacement
New dentures may feel loose? Dear Doctor: I have recently received new dentures, and I noticed that they wobble when I eat or drink soup. The doctor responded that since they don't wobble when I'm not eating, it would be a shame to remove them now. He suggested waiting ...
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Dear netizen, based on your description, it seems that your new dentures are wobbling when you drink soup. I recommend that you consult your dentist to check if the dentures are properly secured. If they are temporarily bonded, the dentist can remove them and make adjustments. If...[Read More] Dealing with Wobbly Dentures: When to Seek a Replacement
Understanding Gum Abscesses: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
After the gum abscess is burst, a piece of tissue may come out? Hello Doctor: I have a pus-filled bump on the gum of my lower right third molar (wisdom tooth) that is very swollen and looks like it might burst soon. It is also slightly painful. Previously, when I underwent root c...
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Dear online user: Based on your description, there is an abscess on the gum of your lower right molar, and the root canal treatment has not been completed. It is recommended that you consult a dentist for an examination and treatment of that tooth, to monitor whether the conditio...[Read More] Understanding Gum Abscesses: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Is It Normal for My Teeth to Slightly Wiggle? Dental Insights
My teeth feel slightly loose? Hello Dr. Chang, I would like to ask if it is normal for my teeth to feel slightly loose when I press them with my tongue, or could it be a sign of calcium deficiency? Thank you for taking the time to answer, Dr. Chang.
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Dear online user, Based on your description, it seems that your teeth are slightly loose and feel wobbly when you touch them with your tongue. I recommend that you monitor the situation to see if the looseness improves, and maintain good oral hygiene daily. If the looseness per...[Read More] Is It Normal for My Teeth to Slightly Wiggle? Dental Insights
Why Does My Cheek Hurt After Root Canal Treatment?
After completing a root canal, there may be pain in the face? Hello~ (The problematic teeth are the upper right wisdom tooth and the second and third molars from the back.) Two months ago, I had a deep cavity in one of my teeth, and since it wasn't cleaned properly, it was f...
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Dear user, Based on your description, it has been one week since you underwent root canal treatment on your upper right molar, and you are experiencing pain in your cheek. It is advisable to monitor whether the cheek pain improves. If the pain worsens or if you notice swelling ...[Read More] Why Does My Cheek Hurt After Root Canal Treatment?
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Is It Normal for Stitches to Shift?
After Wisdom Tooth Extraction Hello, is it normal for the stitches after wisdom tooth extraction to not be in their original position and to have shifted to the side, leaving a hole? Will that hole heal?
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Dear user, based on your description, it seems that after the extraction of your wisdom tooth, some of the stitches have loosened and there is a cavity at the extraction site. It is recommended that you maintain good oral hygiene. The cavity at the extraction site will gradually ...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Is It Normal for Stitches to Shift?
Understanding Gum Pain and Swelling: Causes and Remedies
Gum pain and swelling for one week? Last Saturday morning, I woke up to find that the gums at the back of my lower left side were somewhat painful. The next morning, they were more swollen, and my tonsils were also swollen. On the third day, the swelling and pain increased. I bou...
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Dear user, Based on your description, the swelling and pain in your gums have persisted for several days, and you are also experiencing swelling and pain in your tonsils. It is advisable for you to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Please have a dentist examine the ca...[Read More] Understanding Gum Pain and Swelling: Causes and Remedies
Is Limited Mouth Opening Normal After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
It has been a week since I had my wisdom teeth removed, and I still cannot fully open my mouth? Hello doctor: It has been a week since I had my lower right wisdom tooth surgically extracted, and the swelling has completely subsided. However, I still cannot open my mouth fully; I ...
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Dear user, based on your description, it has been one week since you had your wisdom teeth removed, and you are still unable to fully open your mouth. I recommend that in addition to avoiding overly tough foods while eating and maintaining good oral hygiene, you can also practice...[Read More] Is Limited Mouth Opening Normal After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
Can Dentures Cause Gum Inflammation? Understanding Your Dental Pain
Dentures can lead to gingivitis? A little over a month ago, I had a dental crown placed (without root canal treatment). For the first week after it was placed, I didn't feel any pain, but I became sensitive. However, in the last week or two, the pain has become unbearable. I...
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Dear netizen, based on your description, you had a dental crown placed over a month ago, and you have been experiencing pain in the last one to two weeks. It is advisable to monitor the symptoms of discomfort in your tooth to see if there is any improvement, or if the sensitivity...[Read More] Can Dentures Cause Gum Inflammation? Understanding Your Dental Pain
Understanding Temporomandibular Joint Disorders: Symptoms and Solutions
Is it temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ)? Hello Doctor, I’m not sure if my condition qualifies as temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), as I don’t experience pain when opening my mouth. Initially, I felt a clicking sensation in the left joint area when I opened my mouth, an...
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Dear netizen, Based on your description, it seems that during the process of opening your mouth, you feel a clicking sensation in the left side of the joint. The movement of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) appears to be restricted. The TMJ structure contains articular cartila...[Read More] Understanding Temporomandibular Joint Disorders: Symptoms and Solutions
Dealing with Dental Trauma After a Car Accident: What to Expect
Two front teeth broken in a car accident, jaw injury? Doctor: I was in a car accident yesterday, and I broke two of my front teeth. My jaw was impacted, and the four lower teeth feel numb. They also feel a bit loose, and it's the entire group of four. Is this due to the inju...
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Dear netizen, (1) Based on your description, it seems that your lower teeth are experiencing numbness and slight mobility due to the impact from the car accident. Initially, the teeth may have been more painful. I recommend monitoring the numbness and mobility to see if they gr...[Read More] Dealing with Dental Trauma After a Car Accident: What to Expect
Understanding Cracked Tooth Roots: When to Seek Advanced Dental Care
Root fracture? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask you some questions. Last year, I had a tooth that underwent root canal treatment due to decay. Last week, while eating, I noticed that the filling material (silver) had fallen out. A few days later, I started to feel a tingling se...
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Dear netizen, Based on your description, you have undergone root canal treatment, and after an X-ray examination by your dentist, a crack in the tooth root was discovered, leading to a recommendation for surgery. If there is a crack or fracture in the tooth root, considerations...[Read More] Understanding Cracked Tooth Roots: When to Seek Advanced Dental Care
Post-Extraction Bruising and Pain Under Tongue After Wisdom Tooth Removal
After the extraction of the lower left molar #39, there is bruising of the tissue under the tongue? Hello, I had my supernumerary tooth number 39 extracted from the lower left jaw on November 16th. The supernumerary tooth was located between two normal teeth. Why is there bruisin...
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Dear online user: Based on your description, after the extraction of supernumerary teeth, you have noticed bruising and pain in the tissue under your tongue. During tooth extraction, it is possible to compress the soft tissue or keep the mouth open for an extended period. General...[Read More] Post-Extraction Bruising and Pain Under Tongue After Wisdom Tooth Removal
Severe Pain in Second Molar After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions
Severe pain in the second molar after wisdom tooth extraction and suture removal? Hello Doctor, on November 6th, I visited a nearby clinic due to severe pain in my lower right "second molar." I initially thought it was caused by a cavity, but the doctor diagnosed it as ...
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Dear user, based on your description, you had your lower right wisdom tooth extracted a week ago. After the stitches were removed, you noticed that your second molar is very painful. It is common to experience some discomfort around the extraction site and adjacent teeth for a sh...[Read More] Severe Pain in Second Molar After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Gum Abscess: Causes, Treatments, and Related Symptoms
Gingival abscess I would like to ask about a pus-filled bump on my upper front tooth's gum that keeps recurring. When I had an X-ray taken by my dentist, they found a dark shadow around the tooth root. The dentist said I need a root canal treatment. However, I also have a ha...
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Dear netizen, based on your description, there is a formation of an abscess in the gums of the upper front tooth. An X-ray examination revealed a dark shadow around the tooth root. It is recommended that you follow your dentist's advice and undergo root canal treatment for t...[Read More] Understanding Gum Abscess: Causes, Treatments, and Related Symptoms
Understanding Oral Cysts: Causes and Treatment Options for Gum Issues
Oral issues I would like to ask the doctor, I have developed two bubble-like lesions on the gums of my front teeth. What could this be? Thank you.
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Dear user, based on your description, the gums around your front teeth appear to have a structure similar to a blister. It is advisable to consult a dentist to check for oral ulcers and to examine whether there are any symptoms related to your teeth, or if the issue is caused by ...[Read More] Understanding Oral Cysts: Causes and Treatment Options for Gum Issues