Understanding Dental Filling Costs and Options for Cavities
Dental filling costs? Hello Dr. Lin: Today when I went to the clinic for a teeth cleaning, the dentist informed me that I have a superficial cavity on one of my teeth that needs to be filled. Could you please let me know approximately how much this will cost? What are the availab...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: General dental caries treatment and fillings are covered by health insurance, so there should only be the registration fee for the clinic. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Dental Filling Costs and Options for Cavities
Is It Normal for Dental Fillings to Create a Bump After Treatment?
It seems to be raised after the dental filling? A few months ago, I had a cavity near my front tooth close to the gum line filled at the dentist's office. Today, while brushing my teeth, I noticed that the resin surrounding the filled cavity is not adhering to the tooth surf...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Xiao Lin, Hello! As mentioned, it is possible that the filling has partially come out. Please return to the medical facility for treatment as soon as possible to prevent further deterioration. Take care and I wish you all the best! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentist...[Read More] Is It Normal for Dental Fillings to Create a Bump After Treatment?
Understanding Silver Fillings: Corrosion, Cracks, and Dental Care Concerns
Continuation of Inquiry #155479: Silver Amalgam Filling Dear Dr. Tseng, Thank you very much for your personal response to my inquiry regarding "Silver Powder Dental Filling" in article #155479. I sincerely appreciate it. However, I still have some questions I would lik...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello Mr. Ah-Xiang: 1. (1) The metal fillings can corrode over time in the moist environment of the oral cavity, and there may be small gaps or cracks at the edges of the filling, which can lead to secondary caries in the treated tooth. (2) Most commonly, cracks develop between ...[Read More] Understanding Silver Fillings: Corrosion, Cracks, and Dental Care Concerns
Understanding 3D Dental Sculpting vs. Crowns After Root Canal Treatment
3D Dental Restoration and All-Ceramic Crowns After Root Canal Treatment Hello Dr. Huang, thank you for taking the time to respond despite your busy schedule. I have three main questions I would like to ask you: 1. After visiting the clinic for treatment of a cavity, I was infor...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Fan, Hello! After completing root canal treatment, it is necessary to place a crown to prevent fracture. On the other hand, a dental filling refers to a tooth that has not undergone root canal treatment but has extensive decay that makes it difficult to restore, thus re...[Read More] Understanding 3D Dental Sculpting vs. Crowns After Root Canal Treatment
Understanding the Safety and Alternatives of Silver Amalgam Fillings
Silver amalgam dental filling Dear Dr. Tseng, I would like to ask you some questions regarding "silver amalgam fillings": 1. Some medical information and dentists indicate that the composition of silver amalgam is mercury alloy (amalgam), which can release mercury vap...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, Ah-Hsiang: 1. Silver amalgam does release trace amounts of mercury vapor during the initial setting phase, but once the amalgam is fully hardened, it no longer releases mercury. The potential adverse effects of these trace mercury vapors are still debated, with differing ...[Read More] Understanding the Safety and Alternatives of Silver Amalgam Fillings
Understanding Dental Fillings: When to Consider Root Canals and Pain Causes
Dental filling material Hello! I have a couple of questions for the doctor: 1. If tapping on my tooth causes pain, does that indicate that I need a root canal treatment? Can the filling material be resin? 2. If my gums are throbbing and I no longer have teeth, could it be due ...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Dou, Hello! (1. If tapping on my tooth causes pain, does that indicate that I need a root canal treatment? Can the filling material be resin?) It is possible that the nerve is inflamed, which would require root canal treatment. It is best to take an X-ray for confirma...[Read More] Understanding Dental Fillings: When to Consider Root Canals and Pain Causes
Understanding Tooth Pain After Dental Filling: When to Seek Help
After getting a dental filling, my bite feels off and it has been getting increasingly painful? On March 21, I had a dental filling done, and my bite felt a bit off. I started experiencing tooth pain that same day, but it went away the next day. By March 23, my bite felt normal a...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Ut, Hello! The cavity is too deep! After the filling, there may be some discomfort. It is usually advisable to monitor it for a week. Take care! Wishing you peace and smooth recovery! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Understanding Tooth Pain After Dental Filling: When to Seek Help
Understanding Teeth Grinding and Dental Fillings: Pain and Anesthesia Insights
Grinding teeth and dental fillings? I am currently studying in Canada, and due to grinding my teeth while sleeping, I have worn down the filling in my right back tooth. The dentist here administered a local anesthetic before repairing my tooth. Initially, I only experienced soren...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello Mr. Bang, 1. If there is sensitivity or pain in the tooth that has been filled, local anesthesia can be considered before the procedure to help alleviate discomfort during the filling process. 2. Cheek pain is mostly related to long-term nighttime bruxism, which causes ten...[Read More] Understanding Teeth Grinding and Dental Fillings: Pain and Anesthesia Insights
Understanding Tooth Pain After Filling: Causes and Solutions
Pain after dental filling? About a year ago, I had severe cavities in my upper left molar, so I went for a dental filling. However, after the filling, I experienced pain when touching the tooth, and now it feels even worse. I'm not sure if this is the reason, but whenever I ...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Tsai, Hello! Based on what you described, it appears to be neuritis. The nerve needs to be removed—specifically, root canal treatment will alleviate the pain. Take care! Wishing you peace and smooth recovery! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Understanding Tooth Pain After Filling: Causes and Solutions
Post-Dental Filling Pain: When to Seek Help After a Week
It hurts to eat after getting a dental filling? It's been a week since I had my dental filling, and I'm experiencing gradual pain when eating. It's not a sharp pain, and I don't feel any discomfort when biting down. Is this just a matter of adjustment, or shou...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Kyle, Hello! It is best to return for a follow-up appointment. Take care! Wishing you peace and success in everything! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Post-Dental Filling Pain: When to Seek Help After a Week
Common Concerns After Dental Fillings: Pain and Treatment Options
Questions Related to Dental Fillings 1. I had a dental filling done at the beginning of January, but now I am starting to experience tooth pain when eating certain foods. The dentist mentioned that the cavity was quite deep, but it was filled. Initially, there was no pain, but af...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: 1. It is recommended to observe for another six months and then take an X-ray to determine if a root canal is necessary, rather than proceeding with the procedure solely based on symptoms. 2. It has been over a month since the dental filling, and the inability to open the ...[Read More] Common Concerns After Dental Fillings: Pain and Treatment Options
Understanding Dental Fillings and Root Canal Treatments: What You Need to Know
Dental filling and root canal treatment? Hello, Doctor. I apologize for bothering you, and thank you. Today, after the filling material in my molar fell out, I visited a dentist. He drilled into the cavity and informed me that it was very deep and required root canal treatment. I...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Cavities that are very close to the dental pulp may appear black, but if they are hard in texture, they are likely reparative dentin and can be considered for preservation rather than complete removal. However, for cavities near the nerve, it is generally recommended to first per...[Read More] Understanding Dental Fillings and Root Canal Treatments: What You Need to Know
Post-Dental Filling Pain: Causes and When to Seek Further Help
The discomfort started a week after the dental filling and has persisted for two weeks? The second to last tooth in the upper left quadrant had a cavity that reached the dentin. Before the filling, I didn't feel any discomfort, and after the filling, everything was fine. How...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Due to issues with cold and heat sensitivity along with pain, it is recommended that you return for a follow-up consultation. Thank you![Read More] Post-Dental Filling Pain: Causes and When to Seek Further Help
Bleeding Gums After Dental Filling: Causes and Solutions
Bleeding while brushing after having a cavity filled? About a week ago, I had a filling done on my lower molar. For the past few days, brushing that tooth has been normal, but yesterday and today, I've noticed bleeding when I brush that tooth. What could be the issue? I have...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: The recommended brushing force is around 20 grams. If too much pressure is applied, it can actually cause injury to the gum tissue and result in bleeding. Thank you![Read More] Bleeding Gums After Dental Filling: Causes and Solutions
Disappearing Dimples After Dental Filling: Causes and Concerns
The dimple disappeared after getting a dental filling? Hello, I went for a dental filling, and the dentist administered anesthesia. After returning home, I noticed that my deep dimple had disappeared after four hours. Is this due to facial swelling? However, today is the fifth da...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Pikachu: Hello! (The dimple has disappeared after the dental filling.) As mentioned, if there is no pain, you can apply a warm compress, and it should heal in a few days. If there is pain, you should consider the possibility of pathological swelling! Please return for a ...[Read More] Disappearing Dimples After Dental Filling: Causes and Concerns
Is Your Dental Filling Incomplete? Signs You Need a Refill
Incomplete dental filling? Hello, doctor. I had a dental filling redone the day before yesterday, but it feels uneven. There is still a depression in the filling, with a small hole in the middle and sharp edges around it. Does this mean the filling is not done properly? Do I need...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If you still feel unwell after the treatment, it is recommended to return to your original physician for further examination. Thank you![Read More] Is Your Dental Filling Incomplete? Signs You Need a Refill
Understanding Tooth Pain and Discomfort When Using Dental Floss
Using dental floss can cause soreness or discomfort in the interdental spaces? Hello, doctor. Previously, I had a filling done on the second-to-last tooth in the upper left row (on the side). After eating, food gets stuck there frequently, and it not only causes discomfort but al...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is possible that the dental filling material has come loose, leading to sensitivity to acids and softness. It is recommended to have the original dentist check it again for confirmation. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Tooth Pain and Discomfort When Using Dental Floss
Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Work: Causes and Solutions
Tooth sensitivity or toothache? Hello, Doctor. Last month, I had a dental filling done on my upper left tooth, and the dentist also cleaned two slightly decayed molars next to it. About a week ago, I felt food debris stuck between those two molars, and when I pressed on them with...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If the filling is uncomfortable, it is recommended to observe for a period of time and have the original treating dentist reassess the situation. Additionally, please avoid providing physical stimulation to the tooth (such as poking with sharp objects) to allow the dental ...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Work: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Dental Filling Adjustments: Is Your Dentist's Approach Correct?
Issues related to secondary adjustments in dental restorations? I have a tooth that was just filled for a cavity, but when I use dental floss, it gets caught at the root and feels like there is a shallow small hole (gap). When I pull the floss out, it bleeds. The dentist's a...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If there is a cavitation in the root below the gum line, it may require gingival resection and refilling. However, if it is the maxillary first or second premolar, the root may naturally have a cavitation due to its anatomical morphology, and refilling may not be necessary...[Read More] Understanding Dental Filling Adjustments: Is Your Dentist's Approach Correct?
Can Dentists Alter Tooth Length or Alignment During Treatment?
Is it possible for a dentist to misalign or lengthen teeth? I have a chipped left central incisor that was previously filled. The previous filling was aligned with the adjacent right central incisor, but this time, after the filling, it is much longer than the right incisor. The ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, when adjusting a completed dental filling, the procedure should focus on refining the filling material rather than the natural tooth structure. If you feel that the length of the filled tooth is not consistent with the opposite incisor, you can return to the clinic and ask...[Read More] Can Dentists Alter Tooth Length or Alignment During Treatment?