Persistent Jaw Pain: Seeking the Right Dental Specialist
Pain in the left lower jaw during occlusion? About two years ago, I started experiencing sounds when biting or yawning on the left side of my cheek near the back molars. Eventually, I began to feel pain, so I visited a doctor. The doctor advised me not to open my mouth too wide, ...
Dr. Wang Cunzhen Reply:
Hello Ms. Hsu: Based on your description, it seems to be a temporomandibular joint (TMJ) issue. Treatment for this condition requires patience, and it is essential to avoid harder foods. If necessary, a period of wearing an occlusal splint may be recommended, and in some cases, s...[Read More] Persistent Jaw Pain: Seeking the Right Dental Specialist
Understanding Early Dental Development and Potential Orthodontic Needs
Orthodontic treatment for children? My son is currently 10 months old. He started teething at over 8 months, with two teeth coming in on the bottom. It seems that he is afraid of biting himself, as he tends to position his bottom teeth outside of his upper gums. This has led to w...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hello, Hsiao-Min: Based on your description, it is not possible to definitively determine whether the four teeth will erupt and cause crowding. I recommend visiting a pediatric dentist for a thorough examination, and it would be best to take an X-ray to better assess the relation...[Read More] Understanding Early Dental Development and Potential Orthodontic Needs
Clicking Jaw Joint: Causes and Solutions for Your Concerns
The joint in front of the ear makes a popping sound when eating? In recent days, I've been experiencing a sensation of my jaw joint behind my ear feeling stuck, accompanied by sounds when I eat or wake up from sleep. Sometimes, it's difficult to chew properly, and I kee...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Response to the physician: Subject of the issue: While eating........ Response: Your symptoms are likely due to temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), which can be caused by bruxism, trauma, malocclusion, arthritis, etc. Please visit a major hospital to consult a specialist.[Read More] Clicking Jaw Joint: Causes and Solutions for Your Concerns
Can You Correct Malocclusion with Partial Dentures? Expert Insights
Do you want to correct a malocclusion? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about my situation. I want to correct my teeth due to malocclusion, but more than half of my teeth are prosthetic. Can I still undergo orthodontic treatment, or will I need surgical intervention? If it i...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
The issue of malocclusion can be categorized into skeletal and dental origins. Considering your age as an adult, if there is a mild dental malocclusion in the lower jaw, it can still be improved through orthodontic methods. However, if it is a more severe skeletal malocclusion, s...[Read More] Can You Correct Malocclusion with Partial Dentures? Expert Insights
Facing Tooth Loss: Understanding Severe Cavities and Dental Solutions
I am running out of teeth? Hello, yesterday I went to the dentist, and the doctor said that my molars are severely decayed and need to be extracted. Almost all of my back molars are in this condition, and I can't even get dentures! He also mentioned that the front teeth cann...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hi! Don't worry, there are definitely options! Your situation may not be ideal, but it’s not as dire as that doctor suggested. Dental medicine has advanced significantly, and there are many new treatment methods available to help us preserve teeth or create suitable dentures...[Read More] Facing Tooth Loss: Understanding Severe Cavities and Dental Solutions