Understanding Dental Crowns and Periodontal Disease: Your Questions Answered
Braces and periodontal disease? Doctor, I have a question: My front tooth has had the pulp removed and has been fitted with a crown for a year, but recently I've been feeling some sensitivity in that tooth. What could be the reason for this? Could it be that the root is frac...
Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
The most important aspect of preventing or treating periodontal disease is cleanliness. It is recommended that you first visit the periodontal department at a hospital to assess your periodontal condition and confirm whether you have periodontal disease (as periodontal disease ca...[Read More] Understanding Dental Crowns and Periodontal Disease: Your Questions Answered
Understanding Costs and Insurance for Subgingival Calculus Removal
Subgingival calculus removal? Hello, I visited a periodontal specialist at a dental clinic, and the doctor recommended a full mouth X-ray. After that, I will need to undergo localized anesthesia for subgingival scaling in four quadrants. The clinic does not cover the full mouth X...
Dr. Yang Zhiren Reply:
Hello: Our hospital provides periodontal disease treatment, which is covered by health insurance. If you have any further questions, please contact 03-5326151 and dial extension 3151 to reach Dr. Yang Zhiren at the Dental Department of Hsinchu Hospital, Department of Health.[Read More] Understanding Costs and Insurance for Subgingival Calculus Removal
Fixed vs. Removable Dentures: Which Option is Best for You?
Fixed or removable dentures? Hello, Doctor. I have a question: I have a fixed dental prosthesis on the upper right side (consisting of four teeth starting from the right central incisor), which has been in place for over ten years. Currently, it is becoming loose and bleeding, an...
Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
Dear Vivan, If all four of your dentures need to be extracted, it is possible that, according to the principles of occlusal mechanics, you may require a bridge consisting of seven teeth as you mentioned. Removable dentures do indeed have significantly poorer functionality compar...[Read More] Fixed vs. Removable Dentures: Which Option is Best for You?
Understanding Periodontal Disease: Costs, Treatments, and Oral Hygiene Tips
Periodontal disease Bad breath is very severe! Even when I don't speak, others can still smell it. I've seen a periodontist four times, but it hasn't improved! I would like to ask: 1) Is periodontal surgery covered by health insurance? I went three times, and on th...
Dr. Yuan Ziming Reply:
Hello Sir: I would like to respond to your questions and provide the following suggestions: 1. Periodontal surgery cannot be claimed under the National Health Insurance at a clinic; however, if additional bone graft material or regenerative membranes are used in a hospital, then ...[Read More] Understanding Periodontal Disease: Costs, Treatments, and Oral Hygiene Tips
Can Gum Disease Be Transmitted Through Kissing?
If a partner has periodontal disease, can it be transmitted through kissing? Doctor: Hello! May I ask, if one partner has periodontal disease, can the bacteria be transmitted to the other partner through kissing? Is periodontal disease contagious? What about kissing children? Can...
Dr. Yuan Ziming Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide the following advice: Periodontal disease is not an infectious disease. Given that you are 30 years old and already experiencing periodontal issues, I recommend that you seek assistance fro...[Read More] Can Gum Disease Be Transmitted Through Kissing?
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
Can You Get Teeth Cleaning While Wearing Braces?
Orthodontics..? Hello Dr. Huang: I am currently undergoing orthodontic treatment, but I have noticed some areas of tartar on my teeth. I am unsure if it is appropriate to have a dental cleaning while wearing braces. Thank you!
Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
The removal of dental calculus does not affect the stability of braces; therefore, it is necessary and essential to have them cleaned. Moreover, after getting braces, food debris is more likely to accumulate, leading to plaque formation. To prevent cavities and periodontal diseas...[Read More] Can You Get Teeth Cleaning While Wearing Braces?
Understanding Dental X-Rays: Safety, Concerns, and Necessity
Regarding the X-rays used by dentists? Hello, Doctor: I visited the dentist the other day, and he asked me to get an X-ray. I was a bit scared and hesitantly went into the machine, biting down on a T-shaped rod for about 10 seconds while watching the machine rotate in front of me...
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, when an X-ray machine rotates once, the resulting X-ray film is called a panoramic radiograph. Its primary purpose is to examine the hard tissue...[Read More] Understanding Dental X-Rays: Safety, Concerns, and Necessity
Understanding Gum Recession: Surgical Options and Costs Explained
Dental issues Hello: In the past, I had gum recession due to incorrect brushing techniques and brushing too hard, which affected most of my teeth! Therefore, I would like to ask the doctor: 1. Are there surgical procedures for gum restoration? How much do they cost? Will the gums...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hello: 1. Atrophied gums will not regenerate on their own. If gum recession leads to excessive exposure of the tooth roots, periodontal surgery can help cover them. The cost depends on the methods and materials used. 2. The cost of dental implants (including prosthetics) at our h...[Read More] Understanding Gum Recession: Surgical Options and Costs Explained
Understanding White Bumps on Gums and Gum Recession: What You Need to Know
There are many small white granular spots on the gums, and the gum tissue is minimal? One day, I noticed that there were many small white particles on the tissue above one of my upper left teeth (not sure if it's called the gum?). After about a week, this condition disappear...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Your brushing technique may be problematic. Issues with your gums need to be clinically examined to provide you with a clear answer. Please schedule an appointment with a dentist so we can assist you with further evaluation.[Read More] Understanding White Bumps on Gums and Gum Recession: What You Need to Know
Options for Replacing Missing Teeth: Implants vs. Bridges
Dental issues Hello Doctor, I have a friend who is around the same age as me. He has a tooth on the left side of his face, located next to his front tooth, which was completely extracted due to decay (note: this was a canine tooth). He later underwent orthodontic treatment, and t...
Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
Using the two adjacent natural teeth as abutments is the most traditional method for creating a dental bridge. If you feel that sacrificing the adjacent natural teeth is too significant, there are two alternative options. One option is to create a removable partial denture, which...[Read More] Options for Replacing Missing Teeth: Implants vs. Bridges
Impacted Wisdom Tooth: Should You Remove It or Leave It Alone?
The molar is horizontally impacted within the gum tissue? Hello Doctor: Recently, during an X-ray at the dental clinic, it was discovered that my lower left molar is horizontally positioned and is partially covered by gum tissue. Since it does not affect my eating and is not pain...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hello: Impacted lower wisdom teeth are commonly found in modern dental arches. If left untreated, they may lead to cavities in the anterior teeth or periodontal damage. The presence of bruising on the gums may be due to the eruptive forces of the teeth or occlusion with the upper...[Read More] Impacted Wisdom Tooth: Should You Remove It or Leave It Alone?
Understanding Gum Inflammation: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment Options
Regarding the issue of gingivitis? Hello, Doctor: Sometimes when I bite into food, I feel a bit of pain in my left teeth, but it’s not frequent, and I don’t experience any pain at night while sleeping. When I visited a dental clinic, I had an X-ray taken, and there were no caviti...
Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hello: The discomfort you experience while biting food may be attributed to two possible causes. The first could be an issue with the teeth themselves, and the second might be related to periodontal problems causing discomfort. The information you provided does not allow for a de...[Read More] Understanding Gum Inflammation: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment Options
How to Combat Yellow Teeth and Bad Breath: Effective Dental Tips
I have many questions? I brush my teeth diligently, but my teeth still appear yellow and I have bad breath. How can I improve this?
Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
The yellowish color of teeth is mostly due to their natural pigmentation, and unless they are bleached, the color cannot be changed. However, bleaching may have some side effects that should be carefully considered. Bad breath can be caused by cavities, gum inflammation, periodon...[Read More] How to Combat Yellow Teeth and Bad Breath: Effective Dental Tips
Understanding and Treating Soreness in the Lower Jaw: A Dental Guide
Sore and soft lower gums? I have been experiencing soreness and weakness in my gums over the past few days, making it difficult to chew. One-fourth of my teeth are prosthetic, and I have no other dental pain. What treatment options are available?
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, tenderness and sensitivity in the lower jaw may be caused by severe dental issues. Experiencing sensitivity and pain when consuming cold, hot, or ha...[Read More] Understanding and Treating Soreness in the Lower Jaw: A Dental Guide
Understanding Dental Treatments: What Constitutes a Single Procedure?
Some questions about dental fillings? Dear Doctor, I recently visited the dentist and encountered some phenomena that I would like to inquire about. From a dentist's perspective, what is the definition of "one treatment"? Does "filling a tooth" count as...
Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
In dental care, aside from more complex oral surgical procedures, the treatments that are typically out-of-pocket include orthodontics, dentures, and dental implants. Common treatments covered by health insurance include cavity fillings (restorative treatment), root canal therapy...[Read More] Understanding Dental Treatments: What Constitutes a Single Procedure?
Morning Blood in Saliva: Understanding Possible Dental Issues
Bleeding gums? Dear Dr. Yuan, I rarely experience bleeding while brushing my teeth, but I often wake up in the morning to find blood streaks in my saliva. Sometimes, after spitting three or four times, there is still blood in the saliva. What could this be a symptom of? Since...
Dr. Yuan Ziming Reply:
Hello Mr. Zhang: Upon waking up in the morning, if you notice blood-streaked saliva and your toothbrush runs red, the first consideration is the accumulation of dental calculus on the surfaces of your teeth, particularly on the lingual side of the lower jaw. Therefore, please vis...[Read More] Morning Blood in Saliva: Understanding Possible Dental Issues
How to Address Tooth Pain After Crown and Bridge Treatment?
How should this be handled? Hello, Doctor. I have a molar on the lower left side that has been treated with a crown and bridge due to tooth loss about 6-7 years ago. Recently, I've been experiencing pain in the teeth that serve as supports on both sides (the tooth in front o...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide the following suggestions: The pain associated with a dental bridge made 6 to 7 years ago may be due to inadequate cleaning, leading to plaque accumulation in the small gaps between the pro...[Read More] How to Address Tooth Pain After Crown and Bridge Treatment?
Dealing with Gum Disease: Tips for Healthy Teeth and Gums
Dental issues Hello, doctor! I have been experiencing bleeding from my gums for the past 1 to 2 years. During that time, my lifestyle was irregular, and I had a smoking habit. In the past few months, I have started to quit smoking and have begun to pay more attention to my teeth....
Dr. Wu Chunzhen Reply:
It is recommended to go to a major hospital for further examination.[Read More] Dealing with Gum Disease: Tips for Healthy Teeth and Gums
Common Dental Issues: Pain, Treatment Options, and Orthodontic Concerns
Teeth I would like to ask the following questions. Thank you! 1. The three dental crowns (bridge) on the left side have been in place for 8 years. Recently, one of them has been causing pain when biting, even though the nerve has already been treated. Why is there still pain? ...
Dr. Cao Guoqing Reply:
Dear Miss Zhenzhen, The source of tooth pain is not solely due to nerve inflammation; periodontal tissues can also cause pain. To treat this, it is necessary to remove the dental braces, which will be covered by insurance, and they will need to be redone. Regarding orthodontics,...[Read More] Common Dental Issues: Pain, Treatment Options, and Orthodontic Concerns