Tooth extraction, Dentistry FAQ

Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Why Does My Molar Feel Sore?

After having wisdom teeth extracted, the molars may feel sore? Hello Dr. Tsai, I had my lower right wisdom tooth extracted and underwent bone grafting. It has been five days, and I still experience intermittent pain at the extraction site. The lower right molar (especially the on...

Dr. Cui Chongji Reply:
A netizen mentioned "bone plate," which I really don't understand its meaning, but tooth extraction, especially wisdom teeth removal, is indeed a more complex procedure. It requires further X-ray follow-up and clinical examination to assess the healing status of th...

Understanding Dental Issues: Pain, Root Canal Treatment, and Sinus Concerns

Pressing on the cheek near the nostrils feels like there are holes in the gums? A year ago, when I had a tooth extraction on the lower left side, I also experienced swelling and pain in the right cheek near the nostril. When I press on the cheek close to the nostril, I feel a sli...

Dr. Zhang Xiangyuan Reply:
Dear user, In response to your inquiry, here is the information: Your tooth is currently undergoing root canal treatment, and the duration of the treatment depends on individual clinical conditions. If you are experiencing any discomfort, it is advisable to communicate this wit...

Understanding Tooth Extraction: When Is It Necessary and What to Expect?

The dentist said that a tooth I had extracted cannot be restored? I have a cavity next to the last tooth in my upper right row. When I went to see the dentist, he said that the cavity was too severe to be filled and that the tooth needed to be extracted. I asked the dentist sever...

Dr. Zhang Xiangyuan Reply:
Dear netizen, In response to your question, here are the answers: (1) You described the last tooth in the upper right quadrant. After examination by the dentist, it was found to have significant decay, and extraction was recommended without the need for a prosthetic tooth. Th...

Understanding Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction Pain and Discomfort

After wisdom tooth extraction After having my upper left wisdom tooth and lower impacted tooth extracted on January 14, I have been experiencing persistent soreness in the lower left teeth, to the point where it causes pain in the left side of my head. Sometimes, I can't eve...

Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
Eva: Hello, after the extraction of impacted teeth/wisdom teeth, it generally results in a larger wound, which can cause some discomfort during the healing period. As long as there are no complications during the extraction process and the extraction site is healing properly, it ...

Can Tooth Extraction Be Done for a Heart Patient with Stents?

If you have had a stent placed due to a myocardial infarction and the dental clinic is hesitant to extract a tooth, what should you do? Hello, doctor. My father-in-law is 78 years old. He had a myocardial infarction last year and received two stents at Linkou Chang Gung Memorial ...

Dr. Zhang Xiangyuan Reply:
Dear online friend, According to the description provided, individuals with a history of cardiovascular disease may have certain medications that they take regularly which could affect bleeding control during tooth extraction. If these medications are not discontinued beforehan...

Understanding Surgical Site Infections in Dental Procedures: A Patient's Journey

Intraoperative surgical site infection? I was in a car accident in 2005, resulting in a comminuted fracture of the distal femur. I underwent six surgeries and was hospitalized for over five months, ultimately developing chronic osteomyelitis. Later, I sought treatment from renown...

Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
Hello: I apologize, but your question is not within my area of expertise. I recommend consulting the oral surgery department at a major hospital.

Overcoming Fear of Pain When Facing Tooth Extraction

Fear of pain during tooth extraction? Hello, Dr. Tseng. My tooth decay is too severe and I need to have a tooth extraction, but I am very afraid of pain. What should I do?

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello: Before tooth extraction, local anesthesia is required to temporarily eliminate pain sensation, so the extraction process will not be uncomfortable. If there is fear of the injection, you may consider applying a topical anesthetic cream first to numb the surface mucosa, mak...

Understanding Wisdom Tooth Extraction Complications and Healing

Wisdom tooth extraction site Doctor, I would like to ask about my situation. I previously had treatment on my lower right first molar and was advised to get a crown. About a week ago, I had my upper right wisdom tooth extracted. During the placement of the dental post, metal part...

Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
Hello: In my experience, the presence of metal powder is not significantly related to the healing of dental wounds and the degree of inflammation of the tooth prior to extraction. It is also associated with the size of the wound during the extraction. Since you have already consu...

Do I Really Need Orthodontic Treatment After Tooth Extraction?

Do I need to get orthodontic treatment? Hello Doctor: Last week, I had a fracture on the first molar on the upper left side due to eating (the fracture is on the inner side and accounts for about one-third of the tooth). I visited a dental clinic where the dentist removed the fra...

Dr. Cui Chongji Reply:
The purpose of corrective surgery is to achieve a banding effect, allowing braces to be worn for an extended period. However, as mentioned in the text, one could consider directly using resin to fill the gaps, providing a one-time solution to the problem.

Can Injured Mandibular Nerve Be Treated After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?

Is there a way to treat an injury to the mandibular nerve? Yesterday (11/23), I had my wisdom teeth extracted, and after the anesthesia wore off, I noticed that the right side of my lip, chin, and the outer tissue of my teeth were numb and tingling. Today, I went back to ask the ...

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello: After having my wisdom teeth removed, the anesthesia has worn off, and I noticed that the right side of my lower lip, chin, and the outer side of my teeth feel numb. This could be due to the local anesthesia affecting the inferior alveolar nerve or the extraction process i...

Understanding Gum Abscesses: When to Consider Tooth Extraction and Implants

Gum abscess. Thank you? I have a question about the second to last tooth on the lower left side (which I had a dental implant for over four years ago). About a month ago, I noticed a swelling on the outer gum with a pus-filled bump that is completely painless. When I poke it, it ...

Dr. Cui Chongji Reply:
The presence of an abscess indicates an infection, and the underlying cause should be identified and treated. There are contradictions between A and B in the literature, so it is advisable to consult a third dental clinic for their opinion. P.S. Our dental clinic hours in Novembe...

Difficulty Opening Mouth After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Solutions

Inability to open the mouth? I would like to ask, I had my wisdom teeth removed and the stitches taken out about 4 days ago. I can only open my mouth a little bit and cannot eat larger pieces of food. The wound doesn't hurt, but my mouth has been painful since the extraction...

Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
Dear Xiao An, After the extraction of wisdom teeth, the wound may become localized and inflamed. Due to its proximity to the opening muscles (buccinator muscles), you may experience difficulty in opening your mouth. Applying a warm compress can help, and the discomfort will gra...

Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Managing Swelling and Discomfort

About two weeks after tooth extraction? Hello, I had my lower left wisdom tooth extracted on September 3rd, and during the suture removal on September 8th, the tooth was broken into five pieces, making the extraction process quite painful. A week after the suture removal, I exper...

Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to return for a follow-up appointment for diagnosis as soon as possible.

Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Jaw Pain and Limited Mouth Opening

After having wisdom teeth removed, experiencing pain when opening the mouth and a feeling of the joint getting stuck? A week after having my wisdom teeth removed, I can only open my mouth about one finger width. When I returned for a follow-up, the doctor was able to open it to t...

Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
Hello, you may have had pre-existing factors related to temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders before the tooth extraction. Extracting wisdom teeth requires opening the mouth wide, which can lead to dislocation of the meniscus in the TMJ, causing the affected joint to become stu...

Understanding Numbness and Burning After Wisdom Tooth Extraction

After having my wisdom teeth removed, my cheeks are numb? Hello, Doctor: I returned to the original hospital for an examination, and the doctor said this is a normal phenomenon and advised me to wait until 8/4 to remove the stitches for further observation. The numbness I am expe...

Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
Hello: If you are still not at ease with the current situation, then consider seeking further evaluation from the oral surgery department of a larger hospital.

Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Is Facial Numbness a Nerve Injury?

After having my wisdom teeth removed, the left side of my cheek is numb? Hello: I had my wisdom teeth removed on July 24, and now the left side of my cheek is numb. Additionally, I didn't experience any pain three hours after the extraction. Could this indicate nerve damage?...

Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
Hello: You can return to the original hospital for examination, as they are most familiar with the situation at the time of the tooth extraction, or you can visit the oral surgery department of a larger hospital for evaluation.

Do You Need Treatment for Mild Overbite in Teens?

Is it necessary to address the severity of protruding teeth? My overbite is quite similar to his. I am currently in the ninth grade, 15 years old, and my teeth look a bit like the ones in the picture with a slight overbite. I actually saw a dentist when I was in elementary school...

Dr. Zhang Xiangyuan Reply:
Dear online user, In response to your question, here is the answer: Aesthetic concerns vary based on individual subjective perceptions. What one person finds beautiful, another may consider just acceptable. The arrangement and appearance of teeth are no different. If you have s...

Dealing with Gum Holes After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Pain Relief Tips

Gum ulcer? On April 17, 2012 (Tuesday), I had my wisdom tooth extracted, and the wound was sutured (at the back of the lower right row). The wound itself does not hurt, but starting Wednesday night until now, the gum behind the original wisdom tooth seems to have developed a hole...

Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
Josephine: When wisdom teeth are extracted, if there is an incision in the soft tissue or bone, the healing of the wound will naturally take longer. This is often accompanied by pain and swelling. It is advisable to monitor the healing process over time.

Do I Need a Filling After Tooth Extraction? Costs and Consequences Explained

Dental filling issues? I would like to ask... the second tooth from the back was extracted about two or three years ago... Do I need to get a dental restoration? If I don't get it restored, will there be any consequences? Could it lead to changes in my facial structure? I&#x...

Dr. Zhang Xiangyuan Reply:
Dear online user, based on your inquiry regarding the issue of dentures after tooth extraction, the options to consider are (1) traditional dental bridges and (2) consulting with a dentist to evaluate the possibility of dental implants to restore normal occlusal function. If a to...

Understanding Bruising Sensations After Tooth Extraction: Causes and Care

It feels like there is bruising after tooth extraction? Hello, I would like to ask about a situation that occurred two days ago when I had my upper and lower left premolars extracted for orthodontic treatment. The dentist mentioned that the lower left tooth was more difficult to ...

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. Here is my response to your question along with some suggestions: After the extraction of the lower left molar, the blood clot appears to be quite large, exceeding the original socket boundaries and reaching about half the height of the ad...

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