Why Your Dental Filling Might Rub Against Your Lips: Solutions and Insights
The dental filling may rub against the lips? I previously chipped a corner of my front tooth, and a few days ago, it was restored with resin to make it whole again. However, the restoration is rubbing against my lower lip and feels foreign. Is this normal at the beginning? Should...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, a corner of your front tooth has broken and has been restored with resin. The tooth appears complete, but you may experience lip irritation and a foreign body sensation. It's common to feel uncomfortable at first, and you may gradually adapt. However, if after some ti...[Read More] Why Your Dental Filling Might Rub Against Your Lips: Solutions and Insights
Tooth Sensitivity After Filling: When Will It Improve?
After getting a dental filling, biting into a cookie or harder rice can cause sensitivity at a specific point? After getting a dental filling, if you bite down on a cookie or something hard like rice and feel sensitivity at a specific point, it may indicate that the filling or th...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Discomfort or sensitivity after dental filling can last up to six months at most. It is recommended to continue monitoring the situation for now.[Read More] Tooth Sensitivity After Filling: When Will It Improve?
Dealing with Dental Fillings: Tips for Avoiding Floss Snags
After getting a dental filling, dental floss may get stuck when flossing? Hello Dr. Lin, after I had my dental work done at the clinic, I find that the dental floss gets stuck between my teeth when I try to use it. I have to cut the floss with scissors each time. Is there a bette...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to refill the tooth unless the tooth is truly irregular in shape or misaligned; otherwise, dental floss should be able to pass through smoothly. Thank you![Read More] Dealing with Dental Fillings: Tips for Avoiding Floss Snags
Can You Get Dental Work Done During Early Pregnancy?
Is it safe to get dental work done during early pregnancy? Hello Doctor: I am currently about 4 weeks pregnant, but it seems that my upper left back tooth (the last tooth) has a large cavity, possibly from a wisdom tooth (though it doesn't hurt, I tend to bleed more easily w...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: 1. Yes, if you are really concerned, you can undergo dental treatment during the second trimester (4 to 6 months of pregnancy). For filling materials, you may choose milder options such as glass ionomer or composite resin. 2. Yes, but please rinse your mouth again with cle...[Read More] Can You Get Dental Work Done During Early Pregnancy?
Why Does My Dental Filling Keep Falling Out During Root Canal Treatment?
Loss of resin filling during root canal treatment? Hello Doctor: I am currently undergoing root canal treatment on my upper right second molar, and I have completed the third session of the treatment. After each session, the doctor fills the tooth gap with resin. After my appoint...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Miss Tzu, Hello! After root canal treatment, we will use a temporary filling to seal the tooth. Since it is soft, it will gradually harden, and there is a possibility that it may come loose, but it will not fall out completely unless the tooth has extensive decay. Please se...[Read More] Why Does My Dental Filling Keep Falling Out During Root Canal Treatment?
Post-Filling Sensitivity: Tips to Extend Your Dental Restoration's Lifespan
After dental fillings, consuming hot or cold foods may cause sensitivity or discomfort. To maintain and extend the lifespan of dental fillings, consider the following tips: 1. Avoid extremely hot or cold foods for the first few days after the procedure. 2. Practice good oral hy...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
1. If you still experience sensitivity after a dental filling, it indicates that the dental nerve is reacting, and you should return for an examination immediately. 2. During your follow-up visit, you should inform the dentist about when the sensitivity occurs and its frequency,...[Read More] Post-Filling Sensitivity: Tips to Extend Your Dental Restoration's Lifespan
Do You Need to Leave Gaps When Filling Cavities? Expert Insights
Dental filling for cavities? Hello, doctor. Should there be a gap left when filling a tooth? Will the filling fall out over time if it extends into the gap between teeth? Thank you.
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: In principle, dental filling aims to restore the tooth to its original shape. Therefore, the amount of decay determines how much tooth structure is removed, and then the removed tooth structure is replaced to restore its original appearance. If the decay does not reach the...[Read More] Do You Need to Leave Gaps When Filling Cavities? Expert Insights
Discomfort in Upper Right Jaw: Is It Related to Dental Filling?
There is discomfort when pressing on the right side of the upper jaw? Hello, I had a filling done on my upper right second incisor about a year ago, but it has become more sensitive since then. Sometimes, when I exercise and my heart rate increases, I can distinctly feel the bloo...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Guo, Hello! (There is discomfort when pressing on the right side of the upper jaw.) You may need to have an X-ray to determine if there is pulp necrosis, which could require root canal treatment. The trigeminal nerve can affect the surrounding tissues as well. Please t...[Read More] Discomfort in Upper Right Jaw: Is It Related to Dental Filling?
Is Root Canal Treatment Necessary After Dental Filling Pain?
Is pain after a dental filling always an indication for root canal treatment? I had a filling done on my second-to-last tooth on the left side about a year ago at Clinic A. A couple of days ago, I suddenly experienced some sharp pain, so I went to Dental Clinic B, where they took...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
A year after a dental filling, if you experience sharp pain, an X-ray may reveal that the filling is very close to the dental nerve. If the sharp pain persists, it indicates that the dental nerve may be inflamed, and you should consider undergoing root canal treatment.[Read More] Is Root Canal Treatment Necessary After Dental Filling Pain?
Common Dental Filling Concerns: Discoloration and Sensitivity Issues
Dental filling issues? Hello, Doctor: I have a few questions I would like to ask you: 1. I previously used silver powder to fill my lower molar, but recently I had a cavity replaced with resin. After a few days, the inside of the tooth turned black; is this normal? 2. Shortly aft...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: 1. If it is confirmed that the silver filling has been completely removed at the time of the restoration, it should not turn black again within a few days. 2. The upper and lower teeth should not be related; however, it is indeed possible for the recently restored composit...[Read More] Common Dental Filling Concerns: Discoloration and Sensitivity Issues
Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Fillings: Common Concerns Explained
Cavity filling issues? Due to orthodontic treatment, I recently had several cavities filled all at once. The first few cavities I had filled did not cause any discomfort prior to the procedure, but they were still present. I also had the last upper molar filled, which occasionall...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. An-An, Hello! It is normal to experience pain after a dental filling, and you can return to the dentist for an examination. Even if there is no pain after the filling, follow-up is still necessary. Please communicate frequently with your dentist. Thank you! Wishing you...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Fillings: Common Concerns Explained
How to Care for Your Teeth After a Filling Falls Out
Prosthesis dislodgement Hello, doctor. About a year ago, I had a dental filling done at a dental clinic, and today while brushing my teeth, I noticed that the filling has come off. However, I won't be able to schedule an appointment to have it redone within this week. During...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
After a restoration falls out, you should immediately return to the dental office to have it replaced. Before your appointment, try to keep your mouth clean by brushing thoroughly, and avoid consuming very hot or cold foods, as well as hard items.[Read More] How to Care for Your Teeth After a Filling Falls Out
Understanding Root Canal Treatment Limitations and Dental Procedures
Questions about root canal treatment? I recently visited a clinic to undergo root canal treatment, but the doctor said it couldn't be done. Can you explain why? This tooth has significant decay and has even started to develop a polyp. Is this the reason why root canal treatm...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
1. Regarding root canal treatment, it is possible that your cavity is too severe for root canal therapy and extraction may be the only option. However, an accurate assessment can only be made by examining your oral condition. 2. Based on your description, there is currently no ...[Read More] Understanding Root Canal Treatment Limitations and Dental Procedures
Why Do Some Dental Fillings Turn Dark Over Time?
Dental filling for a period of time? I recently visited the dentist for a filling and found out that I might need a partial denture. It seems that there is a dark discoloration at the base of some of my filled teeth, but not all of them. I've been getting my fillings done at...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: In Taiwan, the commonly used materials for dental fillings are amalgam and composite resin. Amalgam, being a metal type, can corrode and rust over time, especially noticeable at the interface with the tooth. Composite resin, on the other hand, is a polymer that can undergo...[Read More] Why Do Some Dental Fillings Turn Dark Over Time?
Understanding Post-Dental Filling Sensitivity and Discomfort
Post-filling sensitivity and discomfort? Hello doctor, a couple of days ago I went to the dentist because I had noticeable sensitivity and pain in my right tooth. The dentist said I had a cavity on both sides, somewhat deep, but was unsure if a root canal was necessary. After adm...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Mi Bao, Hello! After dental filling, sensitivity and pain usually occur due to deep cavities that irritate the nerves, so it is possible that the cavity on the left side is deeper. If the pain persists, you may need root canal treatment. Please communicate more with you...[Read More] Understanding Post-Dental Filling Sensitivity and Discomfort
Why Does My Tooth Hurt After Filling? Understanding Post-Dental Pain
Eating After Dental Filling Why do I experience pain after eating again seven days after getting a dental filling? I also feel pain when I press on it with my tongue, but the pain goes away quickly unless I press on it again or eat something. Thank you.
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Miss Fat Flower: Hello! Pain after dental filling may be due to deep decay, making the nerves more sensitive. You might consider using neutral materials for the filling. If the pain persists, it may indicate that the nerve has been affected, and root canal treatment may be n...[Read More] Why Does My Tooth Hurt After Filling? Understanding Post-Dental Pain
Understanding Minor Gum Bleeding After Dental Filling: What to Know
Minor bleeding from the gums after dental filling? Hello, doctor. My question is that last week I went to the clinic for a dental filling. After the procedure, there was a slight amount of bleeding. The doctor said it was normal and to try gently pressing on it after a week. Howe...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Bleeding at the gum margin after a dental filling may be due to the original cavity being very close to the gum line, and the filling material possibly exerting pressure on the gums. It is recommended to return for a follow-up appointment to have the dentist check if the filling ...[Read More] Understanding Minor Gum Bleeding After Dental Filling: What to Know
Why Does My Tooth Hurt After a Dental Filling?
After getting a dental filling, the lower tooth is experiencing sharp pain? Hello, doctor. I just had the last tooth in my upper right quadrant filled this morning, but by the afternoon, I started experiencing sudden, intermittent pain in the tooth below it. The dentist did not m...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
The above situation should not be related to the dental filling mentioned earlier. If there were no previously detected cavities in the lower teeth, the pain may be caused by gingivitis or periodontal inflammation. It is recommended to return for a follow-up appointment for furth...[Read More] Why Does My Tooth Hurt After a Dental Filling?
Can I Brush My Teeth After a Filling? Tips for Dental Care
Can I brush my teeth after getting a filling? Can I brush my teeth three times a day after getting a dental filling? Will brushing too many times cause it to come out? I'm worried that if I brush in the morning, noon, and night, the filling might fall out. Thank you.
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Miss Pang Huahua, Hello! After your dental filling, it is okay to brush your teeth three times a day. The key is to brush very gently. When brushing, focus on one to two teeth at a time, angling the brush at 45 degrees towards the gum line. Make sure the bristles can enter ...[Read More] Can I Brush My Teeth After a Filling? Tips for Dental Care
Understanding Dental Fillings: When to Remove Temporary Medications
Dental crown coverage Hello, doctor. The examining physician suspected that there was a cavity in the tooth, so they drilled into the tooth and later filled the cavity with medication. How long after this procedure should the medication be removed? Additionally, what is the proce...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Typically, when a cavity is deep and close to the dental pulp, a temporary medication is placed in the excavated cavity for about one month, allowing time for the inflammation in the tooth to subside before it can be permanently restored with resin.[Read More] Understanding Dental Fillings: When to Remove Temporary Medications