Understanding Hard Bone Swelling on Teeth: Causes and Treatments
The bone growth on the tooth is hard? Hello Dr. Tseng, I have a hard swelling in the bone above my upper right tooth. What could be the cause, and is it serious? What treatment options are available? Thank you.
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
The above situation is generally indicative of alveolar bone hyperplasia, which may be due to congenital factors or repeated stimuli over time. In severe cases, it could affect occlusion. It is recommended to consult an oral surgeon to evaluate whether surgical removal of the hyp...[Read More] Understanding Hard Bone Swelling on Teeth: Causes and Treatments
Root Canal Treatment and Orthodontics: Common Concerns and Answers
Root canal treatment and orthodontics? Hello, Doctor. I will be undergoing root canal treatment and orthodontics, and I have two questions: 1) Regarding root canal treatment: After the placement of the post and the crown, will there be a gap between the crown and the actual too...
Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
Hello, 1. The dental braces are precisely cast to fit snugly with the teeth, which minimizes the risk of harboring plaque. However, it is still important to maintain good oral hygiene, as while the tooth roots do not decay, plaque and tartar can lead to periodontal disease if n...[Read More] Root Canal Treatment and Orthodontics: Common Concerns and Answers
Can Massage Help Absorb Bone Spurs After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
After wisdom tooth extraction? About four weeks after the extraction of my lower right wisdom tooth, I noticed a sharp edge on the lingual side. I have already consulted a dentist who removed the sharper part. Can I promote absorption of the area through massage to avoid further ...
Dr. Zhang Xiangyuan Reply:
Dear user, based on your description, it has been about a month since the extraction of your lower right wisdom tooth, and you have noticed a sharp protrusion on the lingual side. It is advisable to consult a dentist to examine whether this sharp object is a fragment of the alveo...[Read More] Can Massage Help Absorb Bone Spurs After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
Can Teeth Alignment Help Regrow Receding Gums?
Incisors and gums I saw a video where a dentist mentioned that if the contact points between teeth and the alveolar bone are less than 0.5 centimeters, it can help the gums regenerate. Is this true? If it is true, does that mean if I get my teeth straightened, not only will my sl...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
1. If plaque is well controlled and the teeth are kept clean, the contact points between the teeth are 0.5 cm away from the alveolar bone crest, which allows for the possibility of gum tissue regeneration. 2. Orthodontic treatment can align crowded teeth, stabilizing the position...[Read More] Can Teeth Alignment Help Regrow Receding Gums?
Understanding Tumors and Cysts in Gums: What You Need to Know
Is there a tumor or cyst inside the gums? Hello, my boyfriend has many cavities due to neglecting his dental care for a long time, and many of his teeth are beyond saving. He is currently undergoing dental restoration and getting dentures. Yesterday, the dentist performed surgery...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
In general, the situation described indicates that bacterial infection within the root canal has extended to apical periodontitis, leading to resorption and destruction of the alveolar bone. If surgical intervention is performed to remove the infection, followed by retreatment of...[Read More] Understanding Tumors and Cysts in Gums: What You Need to Know
Is Mild Discomfort Normal After Tooth Extraction One Week Later?
Post-extraction swelling and pain? Hello, doctor! I had a tooth extraction a week ago. The wound has healed and there is no bleeding anymore, but I still feel some swelling and a bit of discomfort, though it's not very painful. Is this normal?
Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
Hello, if the wound has not healed after more than a week and still shows signs of infection, you should return for a follow-up appointment. There are many bacteria and microorganisms in the oral cavity, which raises concerns about a possible wound infection. It seems that there ...[Read More] Is Mild Discomfort Normal After Tooth Extraction One Week Later?
Understanding Periodontal Disease in Molars: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options
Molar periodontal disease Hello Doctor, Symptoms: I have a loose upper molar that is not painful and shows no signs of inflammation. The dentist said it is due to periodontal disease, and one of the two roots has experienced bone loss, which is causing the looseness. The dentis...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
1. The above condition may be chronic periodontal disease, which leads to the gradual resorption or loss of the alveolar bone surrounding the teeth. If oral hygiene is maintained and it does not progress to acute inflammation, and there is no discomfort when biting, the tooth may...[Read More] Understanding Periodontal Disease in Molars: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options
Understanding Dental Implants: Risks and Considerations for Young Adults
Dental issues Hello, I had a car accident in middle school that resulted in a fracture of my front tooth, including the root. I wore braces for two years and also had bone grafting. I've heard that dental implants may not be suitable for someone my age (I'm currently 18...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Due to the ongoing growth and development of the zygomatic bone, if an implant is placed in the alveolar bone during this period, the continued growth of the zygomatic bone may lead to difficulties in accurately positioning the implant relative to the adjacent teeth. This could r...[Read More] Understanding Dental Implants: Risks and Considerations for Young Adults
Can Loose Teeth Heal? Tips for Dental Care and Recovery
Teeth may become loose? If a tooth is loose, with careful care and by avoiding any pressure or injury to it, is it possible for it to regain health and stability over time, and no longer be loose? Thank you.
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Tooth mobility indicates inflammation and infection of the periodontal tissues, and may even involve bone resorption of the alveolar bone. If the dental plaque or calculus within the periodontal tissues can be thoroughly removed and the area is maintained without excessive occlus...[Read More] Can Loose Teeth Heal? Tips for Dental Care and Recovery
Understanding Dental Nerve Damage After a Car Accident: Treatment Options
Dental displacement due to a car accident? Last month, I was in a car accident that caused a fracture in my mandible, resulting in a crack in the middle of my lower front teeth. However, the teeth are intact, I do not feel any pain, and there are no signs of infection. After seek...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
After the car accident, all the teeth were intact, but one of the front teeth showed no response during the nerve test, indicating that the dental nerve has died. This could be due to damage to the periodontal ligament or the nerve at the apex of the tooth from the impact of the ...[Read More] Understanding Dental Nerve Damage After a Car Accident: Treatment Options
Understanding Dental Discomfort: Causes and Solutions for Bite Issues
I've been experiencing discomfort in my bite for the past two weeks? Hello, doctor. At the end of June, I had my wisdom tooth cause a crack in my molar, which often results in cuts on my tongue, so I went to see a dentist. (Since the nerve in that molar was removed, I didn&#...
Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
Dear Runrun, Hello. Wisdom teeth can easily cause issues due to their improper positioning, leading to food impaction that may result in cavities in the second molars. Under occlusion, they can cause tooth damage, and their sharp edges can injure the back of the tongue, leading ...[Read More] Understanding Dental Discomfort: Causes and Solutions for Bite Issues
Should I Consider Dental Implants for My Missing Tooth?
There is a missing tooth in the upper right central incisor position. I'm unsure whether I should consider dental implants? I had my front tooth broken in a car accident 12 years ago, so I had a crown placed. About 8 years ago, I developed a gum abscess, which was diagnosed ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Twelve years ago, I lost my front tooth in a car accident and had a set of dentures made. Eight years later, I developed an abscess, which was confirmed to be an apical cyst. After extraction, three months later, an evaluation revealed that the bone condition was poor. If I want ...[Read More] Should I Consider Dental Implants for My Missing Tooth?
Understanding Swelling Behind Upper Left Teeth: Causes and Treatments
The tissue behind the upper left molars is swollen? Dear Xiao Feng, Hello. The swollen dental abscess may have two possibilities: one is an abscess caused by periodontitis, and the other is an abscess resulting from necrotic dental pulp, where inflammation extends to the root a...
Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
Dear Xiao Feng, Hello, if the treatment is for periodontitis, then scaling or deep periodontal pocket surgery should be performed. If it is for pulp necrosis, then root canal treatment should be conducted. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Huang Chih-Cheng Dire...[Read More] Understanding Swelling Behind Upper Left Teeth: Causes and Treatments
Can X-rays Detect Food Particles in Dental Gaps? Expert Insights
Post-Dental Visit Consultation (2) Hello, Doctor: Regarding the issue of food particles (such as food debris) getting stuck between teeth, do you mean that the dentist should be able to see and address this during the examination? However, can a full-mouth X-ray also reveal wheth...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
When food gets stuck between teeth, a dentist can observe it using examination tools such as a mouth mirror. However, during an X-ray, only hard tissues like the tooth roots and alveolar bone can be assessed for abnormalities such as cavities or apical periodontitis. The X-ray do...[Read More] Can X-rays Detect Food Particles in Dental Gaps? Expert Insights
Understanding Painful Swelling in Your Gums: Causes and Solutions
Teeth Hello Doctor: About two days ago, I noticed a swollen lump on the tissue behind my upper left teeth. It hurts when I press on it. I would like to ask the doctor what might be causing this.
Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
Dear Xiao Feng, Hello, the swollen dental abscess could be due to two possibilities: one is an abscess caused by periodontitis, and the other is an abscess resulting from necrosis of the dental pulp, where inflammation extends to the root apex and penetrates the alveolar bone. C...[Read More] Understanding Painful Swelling in Your Gums: Causes and Solutions
Redness in Gums Behind Front Teeth: Is It a Sign of Gum Disease?
The gums behind the central incisors (1-1) and lateral incisors (2-1) appear slightly red? Hello, doctor. The gums behind my central incisors are slightly redder than the surrounding gums. Sometimes, when I floss, it can be painful, and brushing also feels a bit uncomfortable. Is...
Dr. Cui Chongji Reply:
This issue involves dental implants, periodontal disease, periodontal infection, and alveolar bone resorption. An X-ray is necessary for confirmation, so it is recommended that the user visit a medical center for further examination.[Read More] Redness in Gums Behind Front Teeth: Is It a Sign of Gum Disease?
Missing Tooth Solutions: Comparing Dental Bridges and Implants
Missing teeth... dental bridge with three units? Hello, I'm currently 20 years old. My teeth are generally in good condition, but I had a cavity that required root canal treatment, and after biting something hard, it cracked and became infected, leading to a cyst. I saw a do...
Dr. Zhang Xiangyuan Reply:
Dear online friend, based on your description, here are the responses: After tooth extraction, common options for prosthetic tooth replacement in the edentulous area include: (1) Fixed dental bridge: This method requires the adjacent teeth to the missing tooth to serve as sup...[Read More] Missing Tooth Solutions: Comparing Dental Bridges and Implants
Why Is My Root-Canaled Tooth Slightly Loose and Uncomfortable?
Is it normal for a tooth that has undergone root canal treatment to have slight mobility? Hello, Doctor. I have a question to ask, and I appreciate your attention to my description. Thank you very much! Around early 2011, I had a root canal treatment on one of my teeth at a large...
Dr. Zhang Xiangyuan Reply:
Dear user, based on your description of the issues, here are my responses: (1) Regarding root canal treatment: I recommend that you consult your dentist for a re-evaluation and assessment. It is important to follow up on whether the completed root canal treatment was thorough or ...[Read More] Why Is My Root-Canaled Tooth Slightly Loose and Uncomfortable?
Key Considerations for Dental Implants: Pre-Assessment Essentials
Precautions for Dental Implants Key considerations for dental implants include preoperative assessment and the existence of a standardized contract.
Dr. Cui Chongji Reply:
Dear Bosan, Regarding your question, our director has responded as follows: When considering dental implants, it is important to assess whether the patient is suitable for the procedure. Generally, patients with poorly controlled diabetes, those who have undergone chemotherapy w...[Read More] Key Considerations for Dental Implants: Pre-Assessment Essentials
Understanding Gum Recession: Causes and Concerns for Young Adults
Gum recession Hello Doctor: I am 19 years old and I have noticed that my gums are gradually receding. My previously straight teeth have also become misaligned, and sometimes my gums bleed when I brush my teeth. I am wondering if this could be a symptom of gum recession, but isn&#...
Dr. Zhang Xiangyuan Reply:
Dear users, in response to your questions, here are the answers: (1) If you experience bleeding gums or notice that your gums are gradually receding and shrinking while brushing your teeth, one common cause is periodontal inflammation. This can lead to easy bleeding of the gums o...[Read More] Understanding Gum Recession: Causes and Concerns for Young Adults