Understanding Gum Swelling After Dental Filling: Causes and Solutions
Gum swelling Hello, Doctor. In late February, I had a filling done on my lower left molar. At the time of the procedure, I felt fine, but when I got home and used dental floss, I noticed it was a bit tight (not severe). When I pulled the floss out, I experienced a slight pain in ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to directly visit the second clinic or a medical center for a consultation. If other doctors take X-rays and conduct examinations and also indicate that there are no issues, it is advisable to relax. The dental filling materials and gum inflammation you m...[Read More] Understanding Gum Swelling After Dental Filling: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Gum Swelling After Dental Work: Causes and Solutions
Gum swelling Hello, Doctor. In late February, I had a filling done on my lower left molar. At the time of the procedure, I felt fine, but when I got home and used dental floss, I noticed it was a bit tight (not severe). When I pulled the floss out, I experienced a slight pain in ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to go directly to the second clinic or medical center for a consultation. If other doctors take X-rays and conduct examinations and also indicate that there are no issues, it is advisable to relax. The dental filling materials and gum inflammation you men...[Read More] Understanding Gum Swelling After Dental Work: Causes and Solutions
Managing Gum Abscess After Dentures: What You Need to Know
Gum abscess after getting dentures? Hello, doctor. In the past, after I had a dental filling, the material fell out, and the doctor refilled it, but then I developed an abscess. One doctor helped me by grinding down some of the filling, and the abscess went away, but not long aft...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you visit a medical center to obtain a complete X-ray. Additionally, consult with an endodontist who can explain the pros and cons of root canal treatment based on your specific condition. After that, you can decide whether to proceed with the root c...[Read More] Managing Gum Abscess After Dentures: What You Need to Know
Understanding Dental Pain: Insights on Silver Fillings and Treatment Options
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Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Q1: This still requires clinical observation and X-rays for confirmation; a diagnosis cannot be made arbitrarily. Q2: If there are fixed or removable dentures in the mouth, the internal crowns may also contain metal components, not just dental filling materials. Typica...[Read More] Understanding Dental Pain: Insights on Silver Fillings and Treatment Options
Is Your Child's Dental Filling Done Right? Signs You Need a Second Opinion
Is the dental filling procedure normal? Does it need to be redone? My 8-year-old child had a permanent front tooth that showed signs of calcification as soon as it erupted, with some uneven surfaces. Recently, my child complained that a specific area of this tooth was very sensit...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Is it because the tooth did not actually have a cavity, but rather surface demineralization? After the first dentist removed the demineralized area through grinding, the second dentist cleaned the tooth surface with a brush and water, then filled the demineralized area with resin...[Read More] Is Your Child's Dental Filling Done Right? Signs You Need a Second Opinion
Understanding Gum Pain After Dental Filling: Causes and Solutions
Pain in the gums around the central incisors? After getting a filling for a cavity in my front tooth, I initially didn't feel much discomfort. However, when the dentist tapped on the tooth with considerable force, I started to experience intermittent pain. Over the past few ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
It is possible that the original cavity was very deep and close to the dental pulp, so after the filling, the material is near the pulp, which may cause irritation or even inflammation of the dental nerve. It is recommended that if the pain persists, you should return to the dent...[Read More] Understanding Gum Pain After Dental Filling: Causes and Solutions
Common Dental Filling Questions: When to Repair and What to Watch For
Questions about dental fillings? Hello, Doctor. I have a few questions to ask: 1. I have a resin filling on the occlusal surface that has developed small wear holes over the years. The orthodontist believes it can be filled or just the small holes can be filled directly; howeve...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: 1. If there is no impact on aesthetics or function, and both doctors have advised against active intervention, it is recommended to simply monitor the situation. 2. If X-rays have been taken and confirmed to be normal, and you do not subjectively experience any swelling, p...[Read More] Common Dental Filling Questions: When to Repair and What to Watch For
Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Fillings: A Patient's Concern
Filling the left molar? I have been getting my teeth cleaned every six months regularly. I was informed that I needed to have a filling on the right side, which has been an issue for 10 years. On the day of the appointment, they first treated the deeper cavity on the right side. ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
The left molar has been filled after a cavity, and although the cavity was not very deep, there is a feeling of soreness afterward. It is possible that there is gum recession at the tooth neck or a shallower tooth crack. It is recommended that if the soreness persists, a follow-u...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Fillings: A Patient's Concern
Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Work: Causes and Solutions
Tooth discomfort? I had a dental filling done almost a month ago. After the procedure, I didn't feel any discomfort, but in the last couple of days, I've suddenly felt uncomfortable as the weather has turned colder. When it warms up, I feel somewhat better. The dentist ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Before root canal treatment, it is recommended to take X-rays and perform electric pulp testing (EPT) to confirm pulp necrosis before proceeding with the treatment. Sincerely, Lin Chia-Yung, Department of Dentistry, Taichung Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Work: Causes and Solutions
Why X-Rays May Miss Cavities: Understanding Root Canal Needs
X-rays do not show cavities, but a root canal is needed? Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing sensitivity and pain in my upper molars for the past three to four years, especially with hot and cold stimuli (I have had dental fillings done before, but I don't remember how lo...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If a tooth that has already been treated shows sensitivity and pain to hot and cold stimuli, or even spontaneous pain, it indicates that the dental pulp may be inflamed. Although there may not be visible cavities on the tooth's surface, if the inflammation of the dental pulp...[Read More] Why X-Rays May Miss Cavities: Understanding Root Canal Needs
Is It Normal to Feel Pain After Dental Anesthesia? Insights and Tips
The area where the dental anesthesia was administered still experiences pain two days later? During a dental filling procedure, the dentist administered several injections of anesthesia in the upper jaw due to the depth of the cavity. After the anesthesia wore off, there was no p...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: There may be a skin break at the injection site. It is recommended to apply a soothing ointment and observe for 3 to 5 days. If discomfort persists, please return for a follow-up appointment as soon as possible. Sincerely, Lin Chia-Yung, Department of Dentistry, Taichung H...[Read More] Is It Normal to Feel Pain After Dental Anesthesia? Insights and Tips
Common Post-Filling Dental Issues: Pain and Sensations Explained
Issues After Dental Filling A week after getting a dental filling, I experienced sensitivity to hot and cold foods. After two to three weeks, the sensitivity decreased, but I still felt slight nerve twitching. About a month later, while eating noodles, I suddenly felt a strong tw...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If symptoms persist for more than six months, then root canal treatment should be considered. After filling deep cavities, temporary discomfort or sensitivity is an acceptable normal phenomenon. Sincerely, Lin Chia-Yung, Department of Dentistry, Taichung Hospital, Ministry...[Read More] Common Post-Filling Dental Issues: Pain and Sensations Explained
Should I Extract My Upper Right 2nd Molar for Wisdom Tooth Growth?
Upper right seventh tooth, second molar? I would like to ask about my upper right seventh tooth, which has severe decay due to being misaligned and difficult to clean. I underwent root canal treatment about a year ago, and now only about one-third of the tooth remains. The dentis...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If the physician believes there is a risk of infection and the tooth is severely damaged, it is recommended to extract tooth number 7. As for whether the wisdom tooth can be moved forward to replace the extracted tooth's position, it is best to consult with an orthodo...[Read More] Should I Extract My Upper Right 2nd Molar for Wisdom Tooth Growth?
Can You Use an Electric Toothbrush After Dental Filling?
Dental hygiene after a filling? Hello doctor, I would like to ask if it is safe to use an electric toothbrush to brush my teeth after having a filling on the adjacent surface of my second molar (could it be dislodged?). Thank you!
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Yes, please remember to use dental floss in conjunction with adjacent surfaces. This is a response from Dr. Lin Chia-Yung, Department of Dentistry, Taichung Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Can You Use an Electric Toothbrush After Dental Filling?
Pain When Biting Hard Foods: Possible Causes and Solutions
There is pain at a specific point on the tooth when biting down on hard objects? Hello, Doctor! I just completed my routine check-up last month, and I had a cavity filled. The specific location of the filling was not explained to me by the dentist at the time, but I suspect it is...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Resin dental fillings may sometimes not fully polymerize, which can lead to uneven distribution of occlusal forces on the teeth, causing pain at specific pressure points. It is recommended to monitor the situation for a while longer. If discomfort persists, please consult ...[Read More] Pain When Biting Hard Foods: Possible Causes and Solutions
Post-Filling Pain and Flossing Issues: What Could Be Wrong?
After dental filling, it cannot be removed? I had a dental filling done about two weeks ago, and I still experience some pain when eating. Additionally, I have difficulty using dental floss sticks because something seems to be stuck. The filling is located on the second-to-last t...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If the dental floss continues to get stuck, it is recommended to return to the original clinic for a check-up by the dentist. Otherwise, the inability to clean properly may lead to gingivitis. Sincerely, Dr. Lin Chia-Yung, Department of Dentistry, Taichung Hospital, Minist...[Read More] Post-Filling Pain and Flossing Issues: What Could Be Wrong?
Post-Filling Pain and Flossing Issues: What Could Be Wrong?
After dental filling, it cannot be removed? I had a dental filling done about two weeks ago, and I'm still experiencing some pain when eating. Additionally, I have difficulty using dental floss sticks because something seems to be stuck. The filling is on the second-to-last ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If the dental floss continues to get stuck, it is recommended to return to the original clinic for a check-up by the dentist. Otherwise, inadequate cleaning may lead to gingivitis. Sincerely, Dr. Lin Chia-Yung, Department of Dentistry, Taichung Hospital, Ministry of Health...[Read More] Post-Filling Pain and Flossing Issues: What Could Be Wrong?
Understanding Dental Fillings and Root Canal Treatments: What You Need to Know
Dental Filling and Root Canal Treatment A year ago, I had a filling done on my lower second molar. Last week, that same tooth started to hurt when consuming hot or cold foods, and it also hurt when not chewing. There were no visible cavities, so I went to a nearby dental clinic w...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
It is recommended to continue with the root canal treatment. The initial procedure only provided temporary relief from pain, but it is important to complete the subsequent steps of the root canal treatment, ensuring that the canal is thoroughly cleaned and filled. Additionally, t...[Read More] Understanding Dental Fillings and Root Canal Treatments: What You Need to Know
Understanding Dental Filling Materials: Nanocomposite vs. Traditional Resin
Questions about dental filling materials? Hello Doctor: My second molar has been diagnosed with resin aging and some softening, which may indicate a cavity, so it needs to be refilled. The dental clinic I visited suggested that I pay out of pocket for a filling using nanohybrid r...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Different dental filling materials have various indications, including tooth morphology, occlusion status, local and systemic diseases, aesthetics, and economic considerations. It is recommended to follow the advice of your treating physician, as they can assess your oral ...[Read More] Understanding Dental Filling Materials: Nanocomposite vs. Traditional Resin
Feeling Tight After Dental Filling: Causes and Solutions
After dental restoration, the bite feels tight? Hello Doctor, during my recent dental check-up, I discovered that I have a cavity in one of my molars, which needs to be filled. After the filling, I didn't feel much discomfort, and my bite seems normal. I don't feel anyt...
Dr. Qiu Qiongyao Reply:
Mr. Tsai: Hello, please return to the outpatient clinic for periodontal tissue cleaning and try using dental floss for further cleaning. Please have the doctor take care of it. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.[Read More] Feeling Tight After Dental Filling: Causes and Solutions