Dealing with a Ruptured Salivary Gland Cyst During Pregnancy
I accidentally bit into a salivary gland cyst? This afternoon, I went to the municipal hospital to see a dentist and confirmed that the swollen lump on the inside of my lower lip is a "salivary gland cyst." However, since I am 35 weeks pregnant, the doctor advised me to...
Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
Oral cysts may recur, so it is advisable to consult the original dentist first. If there are no urgent issues, it can be addressed after delivery.[Read More] Dealing with a Ruptured Salivary Gland Cyst During Pregnancy
Understanding Blisters Inside the Lower Lip: Causes and Treatment Options
Blister on the inner lower lip? Hello Dr. Chuang: I have suddenly developed a blister on the inner side of my lower lip over the past few days. What could be the cause? If I need to see a doctor, should I go to a dentist or an ENT specialist? Thank you!
Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
Hello, there are many causes for oral blisters, some of which are unknown factors. If they are not painful and there are no additional symptoms, you can observe them for a few days. Avoid irritation (such as rubbing or puncturing), as they usually resolve on their own. If you fee...[Read More] Understanding Blisters Inside the Lower Lip: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Lip Swelling and Misalignment: Dental and Medical Insights
Lip and malocclusion issues? Hello Dr. Huang, I would like to ask which specialty I should consult for lip issues. My lips have been persistently swollen, and there are many tiny yellowish bumps at the corners of my mouth. I also experience symptoms similar to dehydration and d...
Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
Dear Maddog: Hello, individuals with a retruded mandible may be classified as having Class II malocclusion. As you described, difficulty in chewing is often accompanied by an anterior open bite issue, where the lower lip assists in cutting food. This can easily lead to injury o...[Read More] Understanding Lip Swelling and Misalignment: Dental and Medical Insights
Understanding Gum Inflammation and Lip Peeling: Causes and Solutions
Gingival redness and swelling, bleeding while brushing teeth, and chapped lips? Hello, Doctor. Recently, my gums have been swollen and bleeding lightly when I brush my teeth, and I only feel pain while brushing. My lips often peel, and no matter how much water I drink or how much...
Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
1. It is advisable to continue seeking medical treatment, as it appears to be periodontal disease, such as periodontal inflammation. 2. Alcohol-containing mouthwash can be irritating by nature. 3. If necessary, it is recommended to visit a major hospital's periodontology dep...[Read More] Understanding Gum Inflammation and Lip Peeling: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Lip Bruising and Mucosal Cysts: A Dental Perspective
Bleeding under the lip? Hello, doctor. It seems that I may have bitten my lip while eating yesterday, but I'm not entirely sure. The photo is here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/116701907@N03/. I noticed that my lower lip has a appearance similar to a hematoma, with a smooth ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello: If you bite your lip and notice a smooth surface resembling a subcutaneous hematoma, without any wounds, pain, or itching, it may simply be a subcutaneous blood blister. Additionally, if there are small, transparent, painless blisters around the lips measuring 0.1-0.2 cm t...[Read More] Understanding Lip Bruising and Mucosal Cysts: A Dental Perspective
Understanding Lip Bruising: Causes and Concerns After Biting
Bleeding under the lip? Hello, doctor. It seems that I may have bitten my lip while eating yesterday, but I'm not entirely sure. The photo is here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/116701907@N03/. I noticed that there is a smooth area on my lower lip that looks like a subcutaneo...
Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
Hello: Based on the photo, it doesn't appear to be a rash. You can observe it for a few days, and if it doesn't improve, then consider other issues. Another possibility could be that, as you mentioned, it is caused by a blockage of the minor salivary glands.[Read More] Understanding Lip Bruising: Causes and Concerns After Biting
Understanding Red Spots in the Mouth: B2 Deficiency or Oral Lesions?
There is a row of small red spots in the oral cavity? Hello doctor, I have a row of about 6 to 7 small deep red spots, approximately 0.5mm in size, at the junction of the inside of my mouth and my lower lip. A pharmacist I know mentioned that it might be due to a deficiency in vi...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello: There is a row of approximately 0.5mm deep red spots at the junction of the inner cheek and the lower lip, about 6 to 7 in number. This may be due to minor bleeding caused by mechanical irritation of the small blood vessels beneath the oral mucosa, resulting in small red s...[Read More] Understanding Red Spots in the Mouth: B2 Deficiency or Oral Lesions?
Understanding Dental Issues: Why Your Teeth Might Be Hitting Your Lip
Dental issues 1. After my dentist filled my tooth, they instructed me to clench my teeth. Later, they manipulated my jaw. Now, when I relax and close my mouth, my upper teeth touch my lower lip, and sometimes I accidentally bite it. What could be the reason for this? 2. I have n...
Dr. Zhang Xiangyuan Reply:
Dear netizen, In response to your inquiry, it is common for dentists to check and adjust your bite after a dental filling, which may require you to open and close your mouth. During the treatment process, if there are any discomforts or misunderstandings due to a lack of explan...[Read More] Understanding Dental Issues: Why Your Teeth Might Be Hitting Your Lip
Can Injured Mandibular Nerve Be Treated After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
Is there a way to treat an injury to the mandibular nerve? Yesterday (11/23), I had my wisdom teeth extracted, and after the anesthesia wore off, I noticed that the right side of my lip, chin, and the outer tissue of my teeth were numb and tingling. Today, I went back to ask the ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello: After having my wisdom teeth removed, the anesthesia has worn off, and I noticed that the right side of my lower lip, chin, and the outer side of my teeth feel numb. This could be due to the local anesthesia affecting the inferior alveolar nerve or the extraction process i...[Read More] Can Injured Mandibular Nerve Be Treated After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
Can Pressing Your Lip Cause Swelling? Understanding Lip Injuries
Lip issues If the palm accidentally presses against the lower lip for one minute, will the lip swell?
Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
1999: The appearance of the body and the degree of pressure can vary. Some people may experience swelling, while others may not. Some may swell immediately, while others may take a few days to show swelling. Some may swell briefly, while others may experience prolonged swelling. ...[Read More] Can Pressing Your Lip Cause Swelling? Understanding Lip Injuries
Understanding Oral Lumps: Potential Cancer Concerns and Differentiation
There is a hard mass in the oral cavity? Hello Dr. Tseng, my father previously underwent several rounds of chemotherapy for oral cancer. Due to gastric bleeding, he has currently stopped chemotherapy. Recently, we discovered a hard lump on the inner side of his lower lip, which i...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following advice: After undergoing chemotherapy for oral cancer, if a hard lump is found on the inner side of the lower lip, and it is in a different location than before, it may indicate ...[Read More] Understanding Oral Lumps: Potential Cancer Concerns and Differentiation
Understanding Clear Blisters in the Mouth: Causes and Treatments
Oral blisters Dear Doctor, I currently have small, clear, colorless blisters on the inner sides of both my upper and lower lips. The number of blisters varies, and they are not painful, but I do feel a sensation of something foreign in my mouth. What could this condition be? Than...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following advice: The small blisters on the inner sides of your upper and lower lips, which are sometimes present and sometimes absent, are generally caused by inflammation and rupture of ...[Read More] Understanding Clear Blisters in the Mouth: Causes and Treatments
Understanding Orthodontic Treatment for Protruding Lower Jaw in Children
Braces correction The child has a malocclusion, with the lower lip protruding about 0.5-1 cm compared to the upper lip. At the age of 15, he was evaluated by an orthodontist, who advised waiting until he completed his growth before proceeding with treatment. After three years of ...
Dr. Yang Zhiren Reply:
Hello: During orthognathic surgery, both the oral surgeon and the orthodontist will assess the post-operative occlusion. Additionally, it is usually necessary to undergo orthodontic treatment for six months to a year after the surgery, with the goal of adjusting the occlusion of ...[Read More] Understanding Orthodontic Treatment for Protruding Lower Jaw in Children
How Long Does Anesthesia Last After Mucous Cyst Surgery?
How long does it take for the anesthesia to wear off after a mucous cyst surgery? I developed a mucous cyst on my right lip, and the doctor recommended surgical removal. I received two doses of anesthesia. After the surgery, the doctor mentioned that the anesthesia would wear off...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following advice: During the surgery for a mucous cyst, local anesthesia is typically used. If the postoperative wound is not large, the area of local anesthesia should be limited to...[Read More] How Long Does Anesthesia Last After Mucous Cyst Surgery?
Understanding Numbness After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Causes and Recovery
Wisdom teeth Hello Doctor: I had my wisdom tooth extracted three days ago (on November 9), and I still feel numbness on the left side of my lower lip down to my chin. What could be the reason for this? How high is the risk? Will it get better? How long might it take? Should I ret...
Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
If you feel uncomfortable or have concerns, you can return to your original physician. The tingling sensation may be related to the tooth extraction process, so I cannot determine the exact cause. However, most cases do recover; it just takes some time, and sometimes it may even ...[Read More] Understanding Numbness After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Causes and Recovery
Pain in Lower Right Tooth: Causes and Relief Strategies
Pain in the occlusion of the lower right molars? The last tooth on the bottom right side of my mouth hurts when I bite down, and sometimes when I open my mouth wider, the muscles or joints in that area also feel a bit sore. What could be causing this? Could it be related to the f...
Dr. Lin Qingye Reply:
Hello Mr. Wang, certain conditions can affect postoperative pain, but without examining your oral condition in person, it is difficult to provide an accurate assessment. I recommend scheduling an appointment at our hospital or a dental clinic. Wishing you a pain-free recovery. Dr...[Read More] Pain in Lower Right Tooth: Causes and Relief Strategies
White Bump Inside Lower Lip: Causes and Treatment Options
I have a white spot on the inside of my lower lip? I have a white bump on the inside of my lower lip, surrounded by a red ring. It has been soft and fluctuating in size for over a month, and it seems to get larger sometimes after eating. What could this be? Does it need to be sur...
Dr. Lin Qingye Reply:
Lesions that appear on the lips require a detailed differential diagnosis or a biopsy to confirm their etiology. Sometimes, prolonged inappropriate pressure, such as from sucking, can also lead to protrusions. Therefore, based solely on your description, a correct diagnosis canno...[Read More] White Bump Inside Lower Lip: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Angular Cheilitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Angular cheilitis? Hello, I would like to ask about an issue with my lips. It started with severe peeling of my lower lip, accompanied by a prickling and burning sensation. After the skin peeled off, I noticed red spots. Soon after, my upper lip also began to peel and develop red...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Ulcerative lesions in the oral mucosa may be caused by recurrent aphthous ulcers (commonly known as canker sores), viral infections (such as herpetic stomatitis), or long-term irritation from physical factors (such as sharp edges of teeth or ill-fitting dentures), or malocclusion...[Read More] Understanding Angular Cheilitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Dental Cysts: Treatment Options and Nerve Risks Explained
Cyst?! Hello Dr. Liu, Recently, I took my boyfriend for a dental check-up, and the dentist discovered a cyst in the gum tissue beneath his lower fifth tooth. My boyfriend mentioned that about 1 to 2 years ago, when he visited the dentist, he was informed about the cyst issue. A...
Dr. Liu Tiancai Reply:
Hello: Cysts associated with the mandibular premolars are usually related to root canal infections. Thorough root canal debridement and disinfection can cure most apical lesions. Please consult an endodontist. The management of periapical cysts can vary based on the dentist'...[Read More] Understanding Dental Cysts: Treatment Options and Nerve Risks Explained
Understanding Hard Bumps on the Lower Lip: Causes and Concerns
Lips Recently, I noticed some small, hard bumps on my lower lip. They are painless and not itchy. They are not easily visible to the naked eye, but I can feel them when I touch them with my tongue. I haven't bitten my lip recently and have no harmful habits. Could you please...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
There is a small, hard nodule on the lower lip that is not painful or itchy. It is not very noticeable to the naked eye, but can be felt with the tongue. It is advisable to first check for any swelling or small blisters on the lower lip and consider the possibility of angular che...[Read More] Understanding Hard Bumps on the Lower Lip: Causes and Concerns