Can Erythromycin Kill Oral Bacteria When Taken Orally?
Erythromycin Can oral erythromycin kill bacteria in the mouth?
Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
Hello, my response is as follows: Yes, it can be effective, but it cannot kill all bacteria. Due to the poor absorption of oral erythromycin in the oral mucosa, its effectiveness is limited. Additionally, it is only effective against certain bacteria and has no effect on other or...[Read More] Can Erythromycin Kill Oral Bacteria When Taken Orally?
Understanding Tongue Inflammation: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Tongue Inflammation on the back of the tongue has healed, leaving a hard lump; after healing, there have been several recurrences.
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following advice: Inflammation on the back of the tongue that leaves a hard lump after healing, and has recurred several times, may indicate repeated infections of the oral mucosa. It...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Inflammation: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Oral Mucosa Swelling and Cheek Hardness After Dental Work
Redness and swelling of the oral mucosa, with hard swelling of the cheek? Hello, I have an issue on the lower right side of my mouth. I previously had three connected crowns, but the middle tooth had a cavity. After removing the crown, I underwent root canal treatment and receive...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello Sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide the following recommendations: The old dentures from three units were removed due to root canal treatment, and temporary crowns were made. However, the temporary crowns, made of plastic mater...[Read More] Understanding Oral Mucosa Swelling and Cheek Hardness After Dental Work
Understanding Tongue Numbness and Mouth Sores: Causes and Remedies
Numbness of the tongue? Hello Dr. Tseng: Recently, my tongue has been feeling numb, and there is a small bump on the underside that causes slight discomfort when touched. Additionally, the corners of my mouth often crack when I speak, although they heal by the next day. This happ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your concerns and provide the following suggestions: The small spot on your tongue's mucosa and the frequent cracks at the corners of your mouth may be due to oral mucosal inflammation caused by significant stress an...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Numbness and Mouth Sores: Causes and Remedies
Essential Dental Care Tips: Tongue Brushing, Oral Hygiene, and Costs
Dental issues Hello, Doctor: (1) Should I brush my tongue (remove the tongue coating) after each time I brush my teeth? Also, I use a separate toothbrush for my tongue and another for my teeth; is that correct? (2) After brushing my teeth at night, sometimes I notice white, m...
Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
1. The oral cavity is a vast environment that can host seven to eight hundred types of microorganisms. Therefore, it is acceptable to use the same toothbrush for brushing teeth and the tongue. However, after using the toothbrush, it should be rinsed and stored upright to prevent ...[Read More] Essential Dental Care Tips: Tongue Brushing, Oral Hygiene, and Costs
Understanding Yellow-White Bumps in Your Mouth: Causes and Concerns
There are yellowish-white small lesions on both sides of the oral cavity? Dear Doctor, I hope this message finds you well. I apologize for the intrusion, but I have two small oral issues I would like to consult you about. First, I have noticed hard lumps in my upper and lower ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your questions and provide the following suggestions: 1. Generally speaking, small hard lumps on the gums that are not painful and do not exude pus may be caused by bony growths, resulting in small pearl-like ha...[Read More] Understanding Yellow-White Bumps in Your Mouth: Causes and Concerns
Persistent Oral Ulcers: Seeking Solutions for 3 Months of Discomfort
Oral ulcers caused by oral lichen planus - it has been 3 months? Dear Dr. Tseng, Hello! I have been experiencing recurrent oral ulcers for the past three months, primarily on the inside of my cheeks. They seem to heal after about a week, only to reappear again. I visited a denti...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide the following suggestions: 1. Oral lichen planus can occur in certain individuals and may have an unpredictable frequency of recurrence. It is a manifestation of immune system dysfunction...[Read More] Persistent Oral Ulcers: Seeking Solutions for 3 Months of Discomfort
Understanding Oral Polyps: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Oral issues I would like to ask the doctor, three days ago, I suddenly felt a granular sensation under my tongue when I licked it with my tongue, and also on my upper gums. Looking in the mirror, I noticed that my upper gums had multiple small granular bumps. Upon examining under...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide the following advice: Generally speaking, there is a granular lesion at the bottom right side that is not painful, and there is also a raised granular lesion on the gum above it. This could ...[Read More] Understanding Oral Polyps: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Oral Health Changes: Common Issues and Concerns
Oral issues Hello Doctor: For the past two years, I have noticed that the mucosal tissue in my mouth has changed compared to before. The surface of the mucosa near my left and right molars has become uneven, and it feels like there are many protrusions. I often develop one or two...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide the following suggestions: Generally speaking, based on the symptoms you described, it may be an inflammatory condition of the oral mucosa, such as oral lichen planus, aphthous ulcers, or le...[Read More] Understanding Oral Health Changes: Common Issues and Concerns
Understanding Sudden Cheek Swelling: Causes and When to Seek Help
There is a lump inside the cheek? Hello, doctor. This morning I noticed a small lump on the inside of my left cheek. Although it doesn't hurt or itch, it feels strange. Could you please explain why this type of lump might occur? Should I be concerned about it?
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide the following advice: In reality, a sudden small lump on the left cheek inside the mouth could be due to an oral mucosal virus or could be a small tumor resulting from mechanical irritation ...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Cheek Swelling: Causes and When to Seek Help
Effective Home Remedies for Bleeding Gums and Mouth Sores
Gum bleeding If you are experiencing gum bleeding (commonly referred to as mouth sores) and find that eating salty foods causes extra pain, there are several self-care methods you can try to promote healing: 1. **Maintain Oral Hygiene**: Brush your teeth gently with a soft-brist...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, thank you for your question. In response to your inquiry, I would like to provide some advice: Gum bleeding is generally a complication of gingival inflammation, while what is commonly referred to as "mouth sores" is the ulceration of the oral mucosa. Gingival in...[Read More] Effective Home Remedies for Bleeding Gums and Mouth Sores
Can Gum Disease Be Contagious? Understanding the Risks and Myths
Is periodontal disease contagious? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask if periodontal disease is contagious? (transmitted through bacteria) Recently, I took my mother to the hospital for periodontal disease, and I didn't want to ask in front of her to avoid hurting her feelin...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
The formation of periodontal disease is not only due to the infection of specific bacteria in the oral cavity but also involves other pathogenic factors. For instance, poor oral hygiene over a long period can lead to the accumulation of dental plaque, resulting in gingivitis, whi...[Read More] Can Gum Disease Be Contagious? Understanding the Risks and Myths
Understanding Oral Mucosal Changes: What Do They Mean?
Roughness of the buccal mucosa? Hello, doctor. Recently, I have been feeling small bumps on the inner sides of my cheeks when I touch them with my tongue, but when I turn my cheeks inside out to look, there are no abnormalities. Additionally, there is a soft, line-like swelling l...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
The presence of soft, linear raised lesions in the oral mucosa, without pain or any discomfort, along with a sensation of small particles, is generally indicative of inflammatory changes in the oral epithelial tissue. This condition may be related to autoimmune dysregulation or p...[Read More] Understanding Oral Mucosal Changes: What Do They Mean?
Unidentified Oral Lesion After Seafood Meal: Causes and Solutions
Unidentified foreign body in the oral cavity? Hello, Dr. Tseng. Last week, I traveled to Singapore for four days. On the first night, I had dinner at a Chinese restaurant, and I may have eaten some contaminated seafood. Within three minutes, a lump about the size of a peanut appe...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
During eating, a sudden blister forms in the mouth, which gradually becomes engorged and then ruptures, resulting in a mouthful of blood. The bleeding improves after applying ice, but a painful ulcer develops at the site of the ruptured blister, affecting future eating and tooth ...[Read More] Unidentified Oral Lesion After Seafood Meal: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Oral Pearls: When to See a Dentist for Oral Issues
Oral issues This morning, I woke up and found a bump in my mouth that looks like a tapioca pearl, smooth to the touch, with a color similar to that of a pearl. It is located on the inside of my cheek and does not hurt. Later, during lunch, I accidentally burst it, and it felt lik...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Based on the symptoms described, the presence of smooth, painless lesions in the oral mucosa resembling tapioca pearls is likely indicative of a small mucous retention cyst, also known as a mucocele. This condition occurs when a minor salivary gland in the oral mucosa becomes obs...[Read More] Understanding Oral Pearls: When to See a Dentist for Oral Issues
Unusual Tongue Sensation: Possible Causes and Oral Cancer Survival Rates
The tongue feels strange? Hello, Dr. Tseng: I have been experiencing a strange sensation at the tip of my tongue, similar to that of being burned, and it has persisted for about a month. I have looked in the mirror and haven't noticed anything unusual. What could this issue ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
1. A strange sensation at the tip of the tongue, along with a burning feeling as if it has been scalded, may indicate inflammation of the tongue's epithelial tissue, such as geographic tongue or median rhomboid glossitis. Additionally, if there is dry mouth and reduced saliv...[Read More] Unusual Tongue Sensation: Possible Causes and Oral Cancer Survival Rates
Understanding Oral Mucosal Swelling After Root Canal Treatment
There is a mass on the buccal mucosa? Hello doctor, I had my third tooth from the bottom left extracted seven years ago and had three crowns placed. Last week, I experienced severe tooth sensitivity and went to see the dentist, only to find out that one of the crowns had come loo...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hello: If you have recently noticed the appearance of a lump, it may be related to the tooth that underwent root canal treatment. It should disappear after the treatment is completed; if it does not, a thorough examination is necessary to determine the underlying issue.[Read More] Understanding Oral Mucosal Swelling After Root Canal Treatment
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 Cheek Mucosa Issues Near Wisdom Teeth
Buccal mucosa issues? Hello, Dr. Tseng. I have a linear protrusion on the buccal mucosa on both sides of my mouth, near the wisdom teeth, along the occlusal surface of the teeth. There is no significant color difference compared to the normal buccal mucosa. There are no hard lump...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
There is a linear protrusion on the occlusal surface of the teeth near the wisdom teeth on the buccal mucosa of both sides of the mouth. There are no hard lumps, ulcers, or other discomforts. This may be a localized inflammatory response of the oral mucosal epithelial cells, pote...[Read More] Understanding Cheek Mucosa Issues Near Wisdom Teeth
Understanding Oral Health: Common Dental Issues and Concerns
Oral issues Consulting a doctor: 1. On the inner side of my cheek, approximately where my wisdom teeth are located, there is a raised area resembling a bruise filled with blood. I don't recall biting it, but after noticing it, I punctured it and the blood flowed out, causing...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
1. If the wisdom tooth in the inner cheek area is misaligned, it can make oral hygiene difficult, leading to the accumulation of bacteria or food debris, which may cause pericoronitis. The inflamed and swollen gum tissue is prone to being bitten by opposing teeth, resulting in a ...[Read More] Understanding Oral Health: Common Dental Issues and Concerns