Understanding Subgingival Growths: What to Do About Gum Lesions
A尖-shaped polyp on the inner gum area of the lower teeth beneath the tongue? Hello, Doctor! I have noticed a pointed growth resembling a polyp at the bottom of the gums on the inner side of my lower teeth, measuring approximately 0.2 mm in width and 0.3 mm in height. It has the s...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
A尖-shaped growth resembling a polyp has developed at the bottom of the gums on the inner side of the lower teeth. This may be due to hormonal changes during pregnancy, which can lead to increased gum inflammation. It is advisable to consult a dentist for further examination.[Read More] Understanding Subgingival Growths: What to Do About Gum Lesions
Understanding Tongue Tie: Symptoms and Dental Implications
Regarding the lingual frenulum? Dear Doctor, Last night, I suddenly felt that my tongue was pressing against the hard palate, and I noticed that the lingual frenulum (slightly to the left) felt a bit tight. I checked and didn't see any significant symptoms. This morning, wh...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
When the tongue is pressed upward, it may feel tight around the lingual frenulum, possibly due to an ulcer or small blisters on the underside of the tongue. It is advisable to consult a dentist for further evaluation and treatment. Additionally, temporary dental appliances may ha...[Read More] Understanding Tongue Tie: Symptoms and Dental Implications
Persistent Mouth Ulcers: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention Tips
Mouth sores that won't heal? On the evening of March 10, the day I had my wisdom teeth extracted, I accidentally bit my lip while eating. A day or two later, a yellow-white spot appeared on my lip. After researching online, I found that it might be an oral ulcer. Initially, ...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Kuo, Hello! If your mouth ulcer has not improved, it is important to note that ulcers typically heal within two weeks. If there is no improvement, a biopsy may be necessary. Given your habits of betel nut chewing and smoking, please be cautious of oral cancer. For your ...[Read More] Persistent Mouth Ulcers: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention Tips
Understanding Tongue Burns: Causes and When to Seek Help
The tongue is very prone to burns? In the past two to three months, my mouth has become prone to ulcers, and my tongue is very easily burned (compared to how I used to handle hot food and soup). Recently, the situation with the mouth ulcers has improved significantly, but the bur...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Discomfort in the tongue when consuming hot food may indicate inflammation or atrophy of the tongue's mucosal surface or papillae. It is recommended to consult an oral specialist for further examination.[Read More] Understanding Tongue Burns: Causes and When to Seek Help
Loss of Taste: Causes and Solutions for Numb Tongue After Brushing
Loss of sensation in the tongue? Two days ago, while brushing my teeth, the toothpaste foam stayed in my mouth for too long, resulting in a loss of taste sensation on my tongue for the past two to three days. I used a whitening toothpaste from Thailand that day. What solutions do...
Dr. Qiu Qiongyao Reply:
Dear Ms. Yuuuu: Please refrain from using unverified products for teeth whitening, as they may cause damage due to chemical agents. The tongue may require B vitamins for repair, as well as vitamin C for detoxification, or milk for detoxification. You might want to give these a tr...[Read More] Loss of Taste: Causes and Solutions for Numb Tongue After Brushing
Understanding Uneven Oral Surfaces: Causes and When to Seek Help
Roughness in the oral cavity? Hello Doctor: In the past six months, I have noticed that the walls of my oral cavity feel uneven. When I touch them with my tongue, they feel bumpy, which is different from the smoothness of other areas. I do not experience any discomfort or pain wh...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Hun, Hello! It is important to trust professional opinions. If you have any concerns, you may consider undergoing a biopsy to address your worries. Please communicate more with your physician. Thank you! Wishing you safety and well-being! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-F...[Read More] Understanding Uneven Oral Surfaces: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Wisdom Tooth Extraction Wound Healing and Care
The wound after wisdom tooth extraction? Hello, doctor. Last Friday, I had my lower right wisdom tooth extracted at the dentist's office. The wound was stitched, but the stitches came out that same night. The next day, I called the office, and they said it was fine as long a...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Wu Jie-Ting, Hello! It is normal to experience pain one week after wisdom tooth extraction. Please return for a follow-up appointment and communicate with your doctor frequently. Thank you! Wishing you well! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Understanding Wisdom Tooth Extraction Wound Healing and Care
Impacted Wisdom Teeth: Do They Cause Problems for Your Molars?
The lower wisdom tooth causes the second molar to tilt inward? Hello Doctor ^_^ Last year, I visited several dental clinics to correct my teeth. One of the clinics took a full-mouth X-ray, and the dentist informed me that my wisdom teeth have not erupted yet, but the lower wisdom...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Emma, Hello! Generally speaking, if the wisdom teeth are horizontally positioned or mesially inclined, they should be extracted, as visible on X-rays. Please communicate more with your dentist! Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Impacted Wisdom Teeth: Do They Cause Problems for Your Molars?
Understanding Oral Issues: Sores, Swellings, and Inflammation
Oral issues Last night, I had a sore on my tongue, and today I ate fried food, which made the roof of my mouth feel swollen. I suspect it might be inflamed. When I got home and looked in the mirror, I noticed two blisters on the right side of my mouth, and when I touched them wit...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Miss Worried, Hello! Based on what you described, it appears to be a traumatic lesion. You should seek medical attention promptly to avoid any delay in treatment. Please communicate more with your physician. Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, ...[Read More] Understanding Oral Issues: Sores, Swellings, and Inflammation
Understanding Lingual Pain: Causes and Treatments for Tongue Discomfort
Pain in the lower left posterior area? Hello, doctor. I have seen many oral and maxillofacial surgeons as well as ENT specialists during this time, but I still do not have a definitive answer. I have been experiencing a mild, persistent discomfort on the lower left side of my ton...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you choose an oral surgeon you trust for long-term treatment and observation. The management of geographic tongue requires a bit more patience. Wishing you safety and good health.[Read More] Understanding Lingual Pain: Causes and Treatments for Tongue Discomfort
Swelling and Pain in the Upper Left Gum: Possible Causes and Solutions
Pain and swelling on the inner side of the upper left jaw? Hello, doctor. Two days ago, I had a filling done on my upper left second to last tooth. During the procedure, anesthesia was administered in three areas. The next day, I noticed swelling in the gum tissue on the inner si...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
The above situation may be related to the site of anesthesia injection. It is recommended to return for a follow-up appointment with a dentist to check for possible periodontal infection or localized swelling caused by the anesthesia.[Read More] Swelling and Pain in the Upper Left Gum: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Membrane Blood Blisters Under the Tongue: Causes and Care
Sublingual mucosal hematoma? Hello, Doctor. This afternoon, I noticed a blood clot on the underside of my tongue. After researching online, I found images of a mucocele that resemble my symptoms, and my blood clot is about the size of a fingernail. Some people suggested that if I...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
The above condition may be due to sublingual mucosal inflammation or damage to the sublingual mucosal microvasculature, leading to blood retention beneath the mucosa. If the swelling does not resolve on its own within a few days, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly...[Read More] Understanding Membrane Blood Blisters Under the Tongue: Causes and Care
Painful Tongue Movement: Understanding Dental Issues and Symptoms
The tongue hurts whenever it moves? There is a white patch on the left side of my tongue, and it hurts when I move my tongue too vigorously, making it difficult to eat. This has been alternating for a long time; either the left side hurts or the right side hurts. When I sleep on ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If there is a white patch on the tongue and moving the tongue causes pain, it may indicate damage to the tongue mucosa or inflammation of the tongue mucosa due to other factors. It is advisable to consult a dentist for further evaluation and treatment as soon as possible.[Read More] Painful Tongue Movement: Understanding Dental Issues and Symptoms
Understanding Oral and Tongue Sensations: What Could Be Wrong?
Oral issues Tongue problems Doctor, I would like to ask: Recently, I have been feeling a cool sensation in my mouth and on my tongue, but I do not experience this sensation while eating, drinking, or consuming water. I have also quit betel nut and smoking. What could be the issue...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
A cool sensation in the mouth may occur after consuming hot or cold foods, leading to sensitivity and pain in the teeth. This could be due to gum recession caused by betel nut chewing and smoking, which makes the teeth more sensitive to temperature stimuli. It is advisable to con...[Read More] Understanding Oral and Tongue Sensations: What Could Be Wrong?
Can Gum Disease Cause a Enlarged Tongue? Treatment Options Explained
Periodontal disease = macroglossia? Dear Dr. Huang, can periodontal disease cause a swollen tongue? How can a swollen tongue be treated?
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Ken, Hello! Can periodontal disease cause a swollen tongue? It should not! How to treat a swollen tongue depends on the underlying cause; unless it affects dentures, it may not require treatment. Please communicate more with your physician! Thank you! Wishing you peace!...[Read More] Can Gum Disease Cause a Enlarged Tongue? Treatment Options Explained
Understanding Tongue Lesions: When to Worry About Growths
Tongue sarcoma? About six months ago, a small bump appeared on my tongue. It didn't hurt, only itched, so I didn't think much of it. I visited a dentist during that time, and he said it was just tongue inflammation. He prescribed an ointment, but the bump did not go awa...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
The above condition may be due to inflammation of the tongue mucosa or hyperplasia of the tongue mucosa due to irritation. It is recommended to consult a dentist for further examination.[Read More] Understanding Tongue Lesions: When to Worry About Growths
How Long Does Pain Last After Alveolar Bone Surgery?
How long will the pain from the alveolar bone contouring surgery last? Hello, Doctor: After having my wisdom teeth removed, I noticed a sharp edge of the alveolar bone on the inner side of my lower right jaw. I had an alveoloplasty done last Wednesday (11/16), and it was sutured....
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Anonymous: As mentioned, the treatment is complete! Things will gradually return to normal. Please consume a liquid diet with light ingredients, and make sure to use mouthwash for oral hygiene! Please communicate frequently with your physician. Thank you! Wishing you saf...[Read More] How Long Does Pain Last After Alveolar Bone Surgery?
Understanding Pain After Dental Bridge Installation: Causes and Solutions
Experiencing pain while eating with a dental bridge? Hello Dr. Huang, I had my lower right first molar extracted on June 28, and a dental bridge placed on September 21. However, I have been unable to eat anything because it causes severe pain under the bridge. The doctor suggest...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. EVA: Hello! I am very sympathetic to your pain! It is important to conduct a thorough examination to determine if the issue is related to your teeth, gums, or bone. Please communicate more with your physician! Thank you! Wishing you peace! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang,...[Read More] Understanding Pain After Dental Bridge Installation: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Tongue Bumps: Causes and When to Seek Dental Care
Tongue issues? Recently, I noticed a small bump on the lower left side of my tongue. It feels like a raised area within the tongue (it looks normal, but when I touch it, there is a bump). It is not painful. Thank you.
Dr. Qiu Qiongyao Reply:
Please go to the oral surgery department of the dental clinic for further examination.[Read More] Understanding Tongue Bumps: Causes and When to Seek Dental Care
Understanding the Causes of Shifting Front Teeth: A Dental Inquiry
Dental issues Hello, doctor. Recently, I've noticed that my upper right central incisor seems to be getting more crooked (I am currently developing a wisdom tooth that hasn't erupted yet), but the doctor said that the wisdom tooth shouldn't affect the central incis...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
The loss of the front teeth may be caused by a narrow dental arch, which does not provide enough space for the incisors, leading to crowding. Additionally, non-functional oral habits, such as the tongue unconsciously pushing forward, may also contribute to the misalignment of the...[Read More] Understanding the Causes of Shifting Front Teeth: A Dental Inquiry