Understanding Non-Painful Oral Lesions: Should You Worry?
It seems like there is something resembling an ulcer on the gums above the tooth? Hello Doctor, I have noticed this ulcer-like lesion for the past two weeks, and there are no signs of it disappearing. It looks somewhat like an ulcer, but it is completely painless and there is no ...
Dr. Zhang Xiangyuan Reply:
Dear user, based on your description and photos, if the oral ulcer has not healed after two weeks, it is recommended that you see a dentist for an evaluation to determine if further treatment is necessary. The dentist can also check for any abnormalities in the affected tooth, as...[Read More] Understanding Non-Painful Oral Lesions: Should You Worry?
Do You Need to Root Canal Adjacent Teeth for a Dental Bridge?
Traditional dental bridge Regarding your question: For the three teeth in the lower left back, since the middle tooth was extracted four months ago, will I need to perform root canal treatment on the other two teeth before placing a dental bridge? I have periodontal issues and re...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If a dental bridge is to be supported by the adjacent teeth, it will require reducing the size of those teeth. If the remaining tooth structure is very thin after the reduction, the teeth may become sensitive to thermal stimuli, leading to inflammation. Therefore, it is recommend...[Read More] Do You Need to Root Canal Adjacent Teeth for a Dental Bridge?
Understanding Tooth Pain During Orthodontic Treatment: Causes and Solutions
In the process of orthodontic treatment? Hello, I am currently wearing a Damon brace and have entered the second month. However, for the past few days, I have been experiencing severe pain in the tooth right before my lower left molar (the lower left third molar). When I drink ro...
Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
Dear Xiaohua, Hello, when your teeth are being moved, they may become more sensitive or even painful. Please avoid consuming very hard, very cold, or very hot foods, as well as beverages with extreme temperatures. Once the teeth have moved to a certain position and stabilized, t...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Pain During Orthodontic Treatment: Causes and Solutions
Loose Tooth Sensation: What Could Be Causing Your Dental Discomfort?
Teeth feel loose and it feels strange when biting down on something? Hello, the second to last tooth in the upper right back of my mouth feels loose (I haven't developed my wisdom teeth yet). When I wiggle it with my hand, it feels a bit mobile, and when I bite down on thing...
Dr. Zhang Xiangyuan Reply:
Dear user, based on your description, it seems that the upper right molar feels loose and you are unable to apply pressure while biting. It is advisable to consult a dentist to examine the tooth for any periodontal issues or undetected cavities. If any abnormalities are found, pl...[Read More] Loose Tooth Sensation: What Could Be Causing Your Dental Discomfort?
Can Loose Teeth Heal? Tips for Dental Care and Recovery
Teeth may become loose? If a tooth is loose, with careful care and by avoiding any pressure or injury to it, is it possible for it to regain health and stability over time, and no longer be loose? Thank you.
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Tooth mobility indicates inflammation and infection of the periodontal tissues, and may even involve bone resorption of the alveolar bone. If the dental plaque or calculus within the periodontal tissues can be thoroughly removed and the area is maintained without excessive occlus...[Read More] Can Loose Teeth Heal? Tips for Dental Care and Recovery
Gum Recession Around Dental Bridges: Causes and Solutions
Gum recession in the middle and posterior areas of a dental bridge? As a child, I loved eating candy and didn't brush my teeth, which resulted in cavities throughout my mouth. At the age of 15, I had three dental bridges placed, covering four rows of molars (two rows on the ...
Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
Hello, when we are young, the dental crowns are short, but as we age, the gums recede, making the tooth roots appear exposed, or gaps may develop beneath the bridge. As long as the fit of the dental crowns and bridges is good, there should be no issues. However, we cannot overloo...[Read More] Gum Recession Around Dental Bridges: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Gum Abscess: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
A gum abscess causing facial swelling? Hello, Director Zeng. I have been experiencing pain in my upper right gum for the past week. Initially, I thought it was due to a mucosal tear and used an oral ointment, but there was no improvement. Upon closer inspection, I found a pus-fil...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
The upper right gum has been swollen and painful for nearly a week. An X-ray examination has been performed, and there are no cavities. However, if there is apical inflammation or an apical lesion, it may be caused by gum inflammation, which would require root canal treatment fol...[Read More] Understanding Gum Abscess: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Dental Nerve Damage After a Car Accident: Treatment Options
Dental displacement due to a car accident? Last month, I was in a car accident that caused a fracture in my mandible, resulting in a crack in the middle of my lower front teeth. However, the teeth are intact, I do not feel any pain, and there are no signs of infection. After seek...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
After the car accident, all the teeth were intact, but one of the front teeth showed no response during the nerve test, indicating that the dental nerve has died. This could be due to damage to the periodontal ligament or the nerve at the apex of the tooth from the impact of the ...[Read More] Understanding Dental Nerve Damage After a Car Accident: Treatment Options
Understanding Oral Cysts and Periodontal Issues: Expert Dental Advice
A small cyst has developed on the inner mucosa of the lower lip, along with periodontal disease and dental issues? Hello, Doctor. I have two questions I would like to ask. First, before June 8, I often bit my lower lip while eating, repeatedly injuring the same spot. After the ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
1. After frequently biting the lower lip while eating, it was determined to be a cyst. Following cryotherapy, the cyst has disappeared. However, a small, hard bump has reappeared in the same location, similar to the previous one. It is possible that the mucosa of the lower lip ha...[Read More] Understanding Oral Cysts and Periodontal Issues: Expert Dental Advice
Is Bleeding Gums After Dental Cleaning Normal During Menstruation?
Post-Scaling Issues I would like to ask, I accidentally went for a dental cleaning during my menstrual period, and after the cleaning, one of my gums has been bleeding throughout the night. I bit down on gauze to sleep, and when I woke up the next day, the bleeding had stopped. H...
Dr. Zhang Xiangyuan Reply:
Dear online friend: After your dental cleaning, you noticed that the gums around a specific tooth are bleeding persistently and repeatedly. This is likely caused by periodontal inflammation related to that tooth. It is recommended that you maintain oral hygiene and cleanliness, a...[Read More] Is Bleeding Gums After Dental Cleaning Normal During Menstruation?
Dealing with Gum Abscess: Root Canal or Crown Treatment Options?
There is a gum abscess? Hello Doctor, for the past few weeks, I have had a gum abscess that keeps swelling and subsiding. I saw the first doctor who tested and confirmed that the nerve is still alive. He prescribed anti-inflammatory medication, stating that if it improves, there ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
The above situation may be caused by a crack in the tooth leading to pulpitis. It is recommended that if the crack is not extensive and does not involve the gums, root canal therapy can be performed, followed by the placement of a crown to restore chewing function.[Read More] Dealing with Gum Abscess: Root Canal or Crown Treatment Options?
Can a Loose First Molar Be Saved After a Bridge on the Second Molar?
Is it necessary to get an implant if the first molar is loose after placing a bridge for the missing second molar? If the first molar adjacent to the dental bridge is loose, is the only option to extract it and place an implant, or are there more cost-effective treatment options ...
Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
Hello, if the first molar is loose due to severe periodontal disease and needs to be extracted, we can only remove the existing bridge of the first, second, and third molars. There are two options for reconstruction post-surgery: (1) Extend the bridge to include the second premol...[Read More] Can a Loose First Molar Be Saved After a Bridge on the Second Molar?
Understanding Gum Recession: Treatment Options and Considerations
Gum recession Gum recession has been observed, and the doctor mentioned it is caused by misaligned teeth. If left untreated, it may worsen. Some doctors suggest orthodontic treatment, while others say that due to my age, the effectiveness of orthodontics may be limited, and recom...
Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
Hello, malocclusion that causes severe occlusal interference and occlusal trauma can indeed lead to gum recession. Orthodontics is one treatment option, but it requires periodontal health and can take a year and a half or more. If occlusal adjustments can mitigate occlusal trauma...[Read More] Understanding Gum Recession: Treatment Options and Considerations
Understanding Swelling Behind Upper Left Teeth: Causes and Treatments
The tissue behind the upper left molars is swollen? Dear Xiao Feng, Hello. The swollen dental abscess may have two possibilities: one is an abscess caused by periodontitis, and the other is an abscess resulting from necrotic dental pulp, where inflammation extends to the root a...
Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
Dear Xiao Feng, Hello, if the treatment is for periodontitis, then scaling or deep periodontal pocket surgery should be performed. If it is for pulp necrosis, then root canal treatment should be conducted. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Huang Chih-Cheng Dire...[Read More] Understanding Swelling Behind Upper Left Teeth: Causes and Treatments
Redness in Gums Behind Front Teeth: Is It a Sign of Gum Disease?
The gums behind the central incisors (1-1) and lateral incisors (2-1) appear slightly red? Hello, doctor. The gums behind my central incisors are slightly redder than the surrounding gums. Sometimes, when I floss, it can be painful, and brushing also feels a bit uncomfortable. Is...
Dr. Cui Chongji Reply:
This issue involves dental implants, periodontal disease, periodontal infection, and alveolar bone resorption. An X-ray is necessary for confirmation, so it is recommended that the user visit a medical center for further examination.[Read More] Redness in Gums Behind Front Teeth: Is It a Sign of Gum Disease?
Understanding Black Gums: Causes and Concerns for Your Oral Health
Gum discoloration to black? Yesterday, I had a dental cleaning and bled a lot. When I rinsed my mouth, I even saw some gum tissue. When I got home and looked in the mirror, I noticed that the gum tissue had turned black, and it bled when I brushed my teeth. The next day, the blee...
Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
Hello, you may have periodontal disease. If the bleeding does not stop, it is advisable to return to the dentist who performed your cleaning for examination and treatment.[Read More] Understanding Black Gums: Causes and Concerns for Your Oral Health
Does Zinc Supplement Help with Chronic Bad Breath?
Is taking zinc tablets effective for bad breath? Hello Doctor: I have been suffering from bad breath for many years. I have undergone examinations in dentistry, oral medicine, gastroenterology, and otolaryngology, and all results were normal. I do not have periodontal disease and...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
The causes of halitosis can be divided into oral-related factors and systemic factors. Poor oral hygiene, plaque accumulation, dental caries, and periodontal disease can all contribute to oral odor. Additionally, inadequate saliva production, xerostomia, and poor oral self-cleans...[Read More] Does Zinc Supplement Help with Chronic Bad Breath?
Can Sharing Straws Spread Diseases? Understanding the Risks
Can sharing straws and drinking from the same container transmit diseases? Is the risk high? Hello Dr. Tseng! I would like to ask if sharing a straw and drinking beverages with others can transmit diseases. Is the risk high? For example, herpes or warts, etc.? Thank you.
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If there are small wounds in the mouth, such as ulcers or periodontal inflammation, sharing a straw can lead to the transmission of certain bacteria or viruses through saliva or blood. However, genital warts are typically sexually transmitted, so the risk of infection from sharin...[Read More] Can Sharing Straws Spread Diseases? Understanding the Risks
Options for Replacing a Missing Front Tooth: Pros and Cons of Dentures and Implants
incisor If a front tooth is loose due to periodontal issues and is extracted, there are several options for replacement: 1. **Removable Dentures:** - **Types:** - **Conventional Removable Dentures:** These are held in place by the surrounding gums and can be made with me...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
After the front tooth is extracted, it can be replaced with either removable or fixed dentures. Removable dentures include resin teeth and flexible dentures with a metal framework (or without a metal framework). The cost of flexible dentures is higher than that of resin teeth, wh...[Read More] Options for Replacing a Missing Front Tooth: Pros and Cons of Dentures and Implants
Understanding Gum Pain: Is It Cavities or Gum Disease?
Gum pain when biting down on something? Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been experiencing some pain in my gums when I bite down on something slightly hard with my upper left third incisor. Is this a cavity or periodontal disease? Additionally, my teeth feel sensitive and painf...
Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
DJ: Hello, it could be sensitivity, periodontal disease, or cavities. It might also be inflammation of the pulp chamber. It's best to seek medical attention. If there are any unclear points, feel free to ask again, and we can discuss and research further. Answers from the in...[Read More] Understanding Gum Pain: Is It Cavities or Gum Disease?