Tooth extraction, Dentistry FAQ

Understanding Wisdom Tooth Extraction Healing and Complications

Healing of wisdom teeth? Hello! I had my wisdom teeth extracted today, and during the procedure, the doctor found that one part of my tooth root was missing. They searched for a long time but couldn't find it, and it didn't show up on the X-ray. If it remains in the jaw...

Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hello: 1. If there is no infection, then there is no issue; otherwise, further treatment by a physician is necessary. 2. Bone grafting material can help maintain the alveolar bone and reduce bone resorption; it is beneficial to use, but it is not absolutely necessary. 3. Healing ...

Can General Dental Clinics Perform Wisdom Tooth Extractions?

Extraction of wisdom teeth? Can the extraction of impacted wisdom teeth be performed at a general dental clinic? Thank you.

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
For relatively simple impacted teeth or those with minimal impaction, it is usually sufficient to reflect a mucoperiosteal flap without the need for extensive tooth sectioning. These straightforward extraction procedures can typically be performed in a dental clinic. It is advisa...

Loose Teeth After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: What You Need to Know

After having my wisdom teeth removed, my other teeth feel loose? Four days ago, I had my wisdom tooth extracted (the wisdom tooth was growing at an angle at the back on the right side), and now the other teeth feel a bit loose. After the extraction, I experienced prolonged bleedi...

Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hello, after having your wisdom teeth extracted, the adjacent teeth may feel a bit loose, but they usually stabilize within 2-3 months. If there is no improvement, you should consult a doctor to check for any other issues. Dr. Wu Jin-jun, Director of Dentistry at Hsinchu Hospital...

Alternative Dental Solutions for Missing Teeth: Bridges vs. Implants

Methods for Making Dentures I would like to ask you: I had two teeth extracted from my upper left jaw (the second premolar, I believe, after the canine). The doctor suggested either a bridge with four crowns or two dental implants, but the cost of the implants is around NT$160,00...

Dr. Yang Hui Reply:
1. Ground teeth are indeed more susceptible to cavities, but if oral hygiene is maintained properly, they may not necessarily decay. 2. The materials used for dentures can vary in quality. 3. There is not always a direct relationship between braces and tooth extraction; if a toot...

Jaw Clicking After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions

After wisdom tooth extraction, the jaw joint often gets stuck and does not return to its normal position? Hello doctor, about six months ago I had my lower left wisdom tooth extracted. However, since the extraction, I have noticed that my jaw joint often makes a clicking sound an...

Dr. Huang Zhicheng Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it seems you are experiencing temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. At your young age, this condition is not considered a disease but rather a temporary dysfunction. The cause may be that during your wisdom tooth extraction, your jaw was opened...

Understanding Gum Recession After Dental Crowns: Causes and Concerns

Gums after getting dentures or dental braces? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about a dental crown issue. I have three crowns on the upper left canine area, with the middle one being a tooth that was extracted. The crowns have been in place for several years. Recently, I no...

Dr. Lin Qingye Reply:
Miss Hsiao-Mei: After tooth extraction, the alveolar bone will undergo resorption because the area where the tooth was has become vacant. Consequently, after some time, the gums in that area may appear recessed compared to the adjacent teeth. Therefore, maintaining good dental he...

Understanding Baby Bottle Tooth Decay: Prevention and Treatment Options

Baby bottle tooth decay Doctor, what is bottle tooth decay? I just had a baby, and I've heard that it can cause all the teeth to decay. Is that true? What are some ways to prevent it? Doctor: My teeth are very misaligned. I saw a doctor two years ago, and they said I shoul...

Dr. Qiu Qiongyao Reply:
1. When a child falls asleep with a bottle in their mouth and does not have the milk residue cleaned out, the sugars in the formula can ferment and promote bacterial growth, leading to cavities in the child's teeth. This often results in widespread decay, particularly in the...

Does Wisdom Tooth Extraction Make Your Chin Look Longer?

Does getting wisdom teeth removed make the jawline appear longer? Because my wisdom teeth are growing in crooked, the doctor advised me to have them removed. However, my chin is already long, and I’ve heard that some celebrities have their wisdom teeth removed to slim their faces...

Dr. Chu Boqin Reply:
Hello, regarding wisdom teeth: They typically emerge around the age of 20, at which point growth and development are nearing completion. The jawbone will not increase in size or length anymore, and the cheeks may appear smaller due to the teeth protruding towards the buccal side,...

Understanding Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Common Concerns and Complications

Issues related to wisdom tooth extraction? Hello, Doctor: A few days ago, I visited the dentist due to pain from my lower left wisdom tooth. The dentist said that my upper left wisdom tooth often bites into my gums, so he recommended that I first have the upper left wisdom tooth ...

Dr. Lin Qingye Reply:
Mr. ZZZ: Basically, after tooth extraction, you should avoid any forceful pulling on the wound. It is recommended to return to the original dental clinic and inform the dentist about the situation for a thorough examination. If necessary, an X-ray should be taken for differential...

Impact of Delaying Dentures After Tooth Extraction: What You Need to Know

Dentures and gums I had my second-to-last tooth extracted in March, and the dentist said it would take two to three months for the gum to heal before I could get a dental prosthesis. However, I am very afraid of going to the dentist, so I haven't returned since the extractio...

Dr. Cao Guoqing Reply:
It is recommended that you visit a nearby dental clinic for an examination to determine your condition.

Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Lingering Numbness and Jaw Discomfort Explained

After having my wisdom teeth removed, my tongue feels numb, and I hear a clicking sound in my jaw, which is uncomfortable! Hello, I had four wisdom teeth extracted around October to November of last year (2023). The lower right wisdom tooth was impacted and took the longest to re...

Dr. Yang Hui Reply:
Hello, Xiao Jun: I suggest you return to your original clinic and have the treating physician explain things to you. Some people develop joint symptoms even without having teeth extracted. Therefore, I cannot determine the cause. If the physician believes it is necessary, they wi...

Recovering from Wisdom Tooth Extraction: What to Expect After Surgery

Wisdom teeth Hello doctor, I recently went to see a doctor because of inflammation from my wisdom teeth (I am abroad). The examination results showed that I needed to have three wisdom teeth extracted. I planned to first remove the most severely affected one and then evaluate the...

Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hello: Wisdom tooth extraction is an invasive surgical procedure, as it requires incising soft tissue and reshaping the alveolar bone before the tooth can be removed. Therefore, the wound will be larger and more painful. Most individuals will experience gradual healing of the wou...

Overcoming Dental Fear: Do I Need a Tooth Extraction or Root Canal?

I am very afraid of the dentist; I don't even dare to enter the clinic? Hello, doctor. I have a tooth that is decayed halfway... It has started to hurt recently. Do I need to have it extracted? Do I need a root canal? Will the extraction hurt? Will the root canal hurt? When ...

Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hello: You may need to have a tooth extracted or undergo a root canal treatment; we will know for sure after the examination. The effectiveness of anesthetics has improved significantly, so after receiving the anesthesia, you should not feel any pain during the treatment. Dr. Wu ...

Facing Dental Fears: Do I Need a Tooth Extraction or Root Canal?

I have a cavity... and I've been neglecting it for 3 to 4 years! Hello, doctor. I have a tooth that is decayed halfway... Recently, it has started to hurt. Do I need to have it extracted? Do I need a root canal? Will the extraction hurt? Will the root canal hurt? When I was ...

Dr. Lin Qingye Reply:
Hello, Student Chen: I am not a "clairvoyant," so I cannot see how poorly you have taken care of your teeth... But please muster the courage to visit the clinic soon, "no more delays!" Of course, if you can make time to come to our hospital to see me for a den...

Overcoming Dental Fear: Do I Need a Tooth Extraction or Root Canal?

I am quite afraid of going to the dentist... I have a cavity? Hello, doctor. I have a tooth that is decayed halfway... It has started to hurt recently. Do I need to get it extracted? Do I need a root canal? Will the extraction be painful? Will the root canal be painful? When I wa...

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Mr. Chen: To be honest, the dentist needs to see the teeth to determine how to proceed. Once anesthesia is administered, there will be no pain, and it may also be necessary to take X-rays to assist in the examination.

Overcoming Dental Anxiety: Do I Need a Tooth Extraction or Root Canal?

I have a terrible toothache, but I have a fear of dentists? Hello, doctor. I have a tooth that is decayed halfway... It has started to hurt recently. Do I need to have it extracted? Do I need a root canal? Will the extraction hurt? Will the root canal hurt? When I was younger, I ...

Dr. Cao Guoqing Reply:
The fear of visiting the dentist is not just your issue; over 90% of people worldwide share this fear. The solution to your problem is simple: it lies within you. You need to overcome this fear with willpower. Consider that life is long, and this brief discomfort is insignificant...

Overcoming Dental Anxiety: Do I Need a Tooth Extraction or Root Canal?

Doctor, I have a fear of going to the dentist..? Hello, doctor. I have a tooth that is decayed halfway... It has started to hurt recently. Do I need to have it extracted? Do I need a root canal? Will the extraction be painful? Will the root canal be painful? When I was younger, I...

Dr. Chu Boqin Reply:
Mr. Chen: To be honest, the dentist needs to see the teeth to determine how to proceed. Once anesthesia is administered, there won't be any pain, and it may also be necessary to take X-rays to assist in the diagnosis.

Overcoming Dental Anxiety: Do I Need a Tooth Extraction or Root Canal?

Doctor, I'm quite scared... What should I do? Hello, doctor. I have a tooth that is decayed halfway... Recently, it has started to hurt. Do I need to have it extracted? Do I need a root canal? Will the extraction hurt? Will the root canal hurt? When I was younger, I used to ...

Dr. Yuan Ziming Reply:
Mr. Chen: To be honest, the dentist needs to see the teeth to determine how to proceed. Once anesthesia is administered, there won't be any pain, and it may also be necessary to take X-rays to assist in the examination.

Understanding Post-Extraction Pain: Causes and Management Tips

After tooth extraction Hello Doctor: I have always had healthy teeth, but recently my right gum has been swelling frequently, causing pain that makes it difficult to sleep. After consulting with my dentist, I was advised to have my lower right wisdom tooth extracted. The extracti...

Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hello: Wisdom tooth extraction surgery is generally considered a complex invasive procedure in oral treatment. Sometimes, due to the position of the wisdom tooth being too deep or too close to the neurovascular structures, discomfort may occur shortly after the extraction. This u...

Understanding Post-Tooth Extraction Pain and Infection Signs

Tingling sensation Dear Dr. Tseng, I would like to ask again: My wound has been red, swollen, and very painful for the past few days. Is this normal? Today, the wound feels like it’s being pricked with a needle. I noticed a small hole between the extraction site and the molar. ...

Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Generally, if medications are taken as prescribed and proper oral hygiene is maintained after tooth extraction, there should not be severe redness, swelling, or pain at the extraction site, nor should there be a sharp, stabbing pain. The soft tissue at the extraction site typical...

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