Complete Your Smile: Dentures vs. Implants for Chewing Function
Removable dentures, dental implants I have three missing teeth at the back of my upper right jaw, and only one remaining tooth at the back of my upper left jaw, with the three molars in front of it also missing. If I only get a removable denture, will my chewing function be fully...
Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
Removable dentures rely on the soft tissues of the gums for chewing and may exhibit slight movement, providing only about half the functionality of natural teeth. Your best option would be to opt for a traditional dental bridge. If you choose dental implants, they can almost full...[Read More] Complete Your Smile: Dentures vs. Implants for Chewing Function
Understanding Dental Options: Implants vs. Bridges After Tooth Loss
Aftereffects of Tooth Extraction of the Incisors? In the past, my right front tooth accidentally fractured, and I underwent root canal treatment and had a crown placed on a small incisor that was slightly ground down. Recently, I noticed that my gums have darkened, so I went for ...
Dr. Cao Guoqing Reply:
After a tooth extraction, alveolar bone resorption is inevitable. Bone grafting can be performed to maintain the original appearance. Based on the facts you described, I recommend adhering to the principle of not disturbing the adjacent teeth. 1. Extract the anterior tooth and th...[Read More] Understanding Dental Options: Implants vs. Bridges After Tooth Loss
Dealing with Pus in Dental Bridges: Expert Advice on Treatment Options
There is pus inside the dental bridge? Over a year ago, I had a dental bridge placed, but for the past two months, I've been experiencing alternating abscesses in the gums around the bridge. I saw my original dentist yesterday, and he mentioned that there is periodontal dise...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide the following advice: The presence of a pus-filled lesion on the outer gum near the dental bridge may indicate that there is plaque or calculus at the gum line of the bridge, leading to an o...[Read More] Dealing with Pus in Dental Bridges: Expert Advice on Treatment Options
Understanding Dentures and Orthodontics: Key Considerations for Patients
Dentures and Orthodontics Hello, Doctor. I previously visited a family dentist who recommended orthodontic treatment. At that time, I inquired about replacing a denture I had done ten years ago due to gum recession and the accumulation of debris, which affects aesthetics. The den...
Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
I recommend that all dentures be made after orthodontic treatment, unless the orthodontist specifically requests otherwise. If the dentures do not fit properly, are difficult to clean, or lead to conditions such as gingival inflammation or cavities, they should be replaced, but t...[Read More] Understanding Dentures and Orthodontics: Key Considerations for Patients
Understanding Wisdom Teeth: Why Extraction May Affect Adjacent Molars
Wisdom teeth I went to the clinic due to tooth pain and discovered that my wisdom tooth was growing at an angle, which caused decay in my second molar. After having the wisdom tooth extracted, I noticed that my second molar was extremely loose. The dentist believed that the extra...
Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
Hello, the wisdom tooth is positioned too far back and is misaligned. If it is to be used as a support tooth for a dental bridge, it must first be corrected. Additionally, due to its location, it is often associated with cavities and periodontal disease. Therefore, it is generall...[Read More] Understanding Wisdom Teeth: Why Extraction May Affect Adjacent Molars
Understanding Dental Bridges: Costs and Options for Missing Teeth
Subsequent questions? In the upper left area, the second and fourth teeth are extracted, while the first and third are healthy. If I were to get a dental bridge, would it be a major procedure? Would the cost be calculated for two teeth or five teeth? I am seeing a licensed dentis...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following suggestions: If you are missing two teeth in the upper arch and the surrounding natural teeth have no periodontal issues, you may consider getting a fixed dental bridge or d...[Read More] Understanding Dental Bridges: Costs and Options for Missing Teeth
Do You Really Need Bridges or Implants After Tooth Extraction?
Tooth loss Doctor, I would like to ask if it is necessary to get a dental bridge or implant after tooth extraction? Can't I just leave it as it is? I asked my dentist, and he said it’s fine not to do anything because I still have plenty of teeth left, and the gap won't ...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
After a tooth extraction, depending on individual circumstances and the location of the tooth, most people's adjacent teeth may shift over time due to the loss of the neighboring tooth or opposing tooth. This can lead to insufficient space for future prosthetic work. However...[Read More] Do You Really Need Bridges or Implants After Tooth Extraction?
The Impact of Missing Teeth on Dental Health and Treatment Options
The impact of tooth loss on dental health? Extracting one tooth from each side of the upper jaw and not replacing them with dentures for several years can lead to several consequences for the remaining teeth. The gaps can cause the adjacent teeth to shift, leading to misalignment...
Dr. Wu Chunzhen Reply:
Missing teeth can easily lead to the tilting of adjacent teeth and the overgrowth of opposing teeth. If conditions permit, please proceed with getting dentures as soon as possible.[Read More] The Impact of Missing Teeth on Dental Health and Treatment Options
Effective Solutions for Misaligned Teeth: Braces vs. Dental Crowns
Orthodontics Hello Dr. Tseng, I have been experiencing an issue with my teeth. During the development of my teeth, one of them grew in crooked, which has caused me to have a slight lisp when I speak and it is also not aesthetically pleasing, as shown in the picture: http://tinyur...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello Sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide the following suggestions: 1. Generally speaking, the misalignment of the upper right lateral incisor has led to irregularities in your dental arch, which may cause speech issues and make i...[Read More] Effective Solutions for Misaligned Teeth: Braces vs. Dental Crowns
Essential Questions About Dental Implants: What You Need to Know
Dental implant-related issues? Hello Dr. Wu, I am a student from Taipei studying in Tainan and I am about to graduate. I have a cavity in my upper left second premolar that cannot be restored with a crown, and I do not want to use a dental bridge as it would damage the adjacent h...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hello: 1. If too much time (1-2 years) passes after tooth extraction, adjacent teeth may tilt, resulting in insufficient space for an implant. Therefore, it is best to place a prosthesis as soon as possible after tooth extraction to maintain space. 2. Regarding the timeline, ...[Read More] Essential Questions About Dental Implants: What You Need to Know
Options for Replacing Missing Teeth: Implants vs. Bridges
Dental issues Hello Doctor, I have a friend who is around the same age as me. He has a tooth on the left side of his face, located next to his front tooth, which was completely extracted due to decay (note: this was a canine tooth). He later underwent orthodontic treatment, and t...
Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
Using the two adjacent natural teeth as abutments is the most traditional method for creating a dental bridge. If you feel that sacrificing the adjacent natural teeth is too significant, there are two alternative options. One option is to create a removable partial denture, which...[Read More] Options for Replacing Missing Teeth: Implants vs. Bridges
Addressing One-Sided Chewing and Missing Teeth Issues
Unilateral chewing and missing teeth issues? Due to having missing teeth on both the upper and lower right sides, I have primarily been eating on the left side for about 10 years. My front teeth have a slight overbite, which prevents proper occlusion. The right side has become so...
Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
Not replacing missing teeth, especially the upper and lower first molars, can lead to poor chewing function, causing individuals to avoid using that side for biting. Chewing on one side can easily result in temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, occasionally leading to symptoms...[Read More] Addressing One-Sided Chewing and Missing Teeth Issues
How to Address Tooth Pain After Crown and Bridge Treatment?
How should this be handled? Hello, Doctor. I have a molar on the lower left side that has been treated with a crown and bridge due to tooth loss about 6-7 years ago. Recently, I've been experiencing pain in the teeth that serve as supports on both sides (the tooth in front o...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide the following suggestions: The pain associated with a dental bridge made 6 to 7 years ago may be due to inadequate cleaning, leading to plaque accumulation in the small gaps between the pro...[Read More] How to Address Tooth Pain After Crown and Bridge Treatment?
Does Health Insurance Cover Autologous Dental Implants in Taiwan?
Is there insurance coverage for autologous dental implants? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if there is insurance coverage for autologous dental implants? Can I extract my wisdom teeth to fill the space where I previously had a dental bridge?
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hello: How many surgical fees are covered by health insurance for autologous tooth transplantation? Can wisdom teeth be used to fill the gap for a dental bridge? It depends on the condition of the wisdom teeth, and a dentist must conduct an actual examination and review X-rays to...[Read More] Does Health Insurance Cover Autologous Dental Implants in Taiwan?
Bridges vs Implants: Expert Advice on Tooth Replacement Options
Dental bridge and dental implant? I forgot to mention. The assessment of the left incisor wall can be retained. The left central incisor, right central incisor, and right lateral incisor need to be extracted due to their thinner walls. Considering these factors, what recommendati...
Dr. Chu Boqin Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide some advice: Regarding your question, it is possible to place a dental bridge with six teeth, including the left central incisor and the left and right canines, along with three crowns fo...[Read More] Bridges vs Implants: Expert Advice on Tooth Replacement Options
Choosing Between Implants and Bridges: Which Dental Solution Lasts Longer?
Dental Implants and Dental Bridges Hello. I would like to ask for advice. Ten years ago, I had four dental implants placed due to cavities in my front teeth. Recently, I have experienced gum bleeding, and X-rays revealed two dark spots at the apex that require treatment. After th...
Dr. Chu Boqin Reply:
Hello, Xiao Jin: Thank you for your question. Here is my response and some suggestions: You have a fixed dental bridge with posts that was done 10 years ago, and now you are experiencing issues such as gingivitis, periodontitis, and apical periodontitis. With so many possible dir...[Read More] Choosing Between Implants and Bridges: Which Dental Solution Lasts Longer?
Understanding Dental Bridges, Implants, and Dentures: Myths and Facts
Myths about dental bridges, implants, and removable dentures? Hello Doctor: I am currently facing the choice between a dental bridge and dental implants. I have three cavities: the second and third molars on the upper left side, and the third molar on the lower left side, which h...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hello: The situation is indeed somewhat complex. Without seeing the actual oral condition, it is difficult for me to provide advice. Therefore, it is best to visit a teaching hospital, where the physician can examine you in person and determine the most appropriate treatment. Dr....[Read More] Understanding Dental Bridges, Implants, and Dentures: Myths and Facts
Can You Get a Two-Tooth Dental Bridge? Exploring Options
Questions about dental bridges? Hello, doctor. Can a dental bridge be made for two teeth? I have seen some cases where this is possible. Additionally, are there dentists who are creating Maryland bridges? Thank you.
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hello; 1. A dental bridge is typically created in cases of tooth loss and should include at least three teeth, including the abutment teeth. 2. To my knowledge, there are currently no facilities in the country that produce Maryland bridges, according to Dr. Wu Jin-jun, the head o...[Read More] Can You Get a Two-Tooth Dental Bridge? Exploring Options
Options for Replacing Old Dentures: What to Do When Your Teeth Fail
Dentures Doctor, my four front teeth are all dentures, which were done a long time ago (over 10 years). However, the original natural teeth inside have broken and can no longer hold. Is the only option to get implants or to grind down the two adjacent teeth for support?
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If the supporting teeth (natural teeth) of four dental crowns are severely damaged or fractured, leading to the dentures becoming loose and unable to adhere properly, it is necessary to assess whether the remaining tooth roots are long enough or strong enough. If the condition of...[Read More] Options for Replacing Old Dentures: What to Do When Your Teeth Fail
How to Check the Condition of Natural Teeth Under Dental Bridges
How to check the condition of the natural teeth beneath braces? Hello, you mentioned that if a dental bridge has sufficient fit, is made of good materials, and proper oral hygiene is maintained along with regular cleanings (every six months) to remove plaque or tartar, the surrou...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Before getting a dental crown, the original natural teeth must undergo treatment. This includes filling any cavities and performing root canal therapy if there is pulpitis. It is essential to ensure that the tooth structure is healthy, with no cavities or pulp inflammation, befor...[Read More] How to Check the Condition of Natural Teeth Under Dental Bridges