Understanding Tooth Pain from Heat: Possible Causes and Solutions
Tooth sensitivity to heat can cause pain? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing pain in the area of my lower right molar when drinking hot water or eating hot food. However, after an X-ray, the dentist did not find any abnormalities in the surrounding teeth, and my lower right m...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello Mr. Patient: It is possible that the gum tissue around the edges of the braces may be inflamed, or there may be resorption or inflammation of the alveolar bone around the tooth roots. It is recommended to consult a dentist for further examination. Dr. Tseng Guang-Hui, Direc...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Pain from Heat: Possible Causes and Solutions
Can Gum Injury from Eating Chips Heal Naturally? Dental Care Insights
A potato chip injured the gums near the lower molars? When consuming snacks like potato chips, I accidentally injured the gingival tissue on the buccal side due to the sharp edges, and sometimes I brush my teeth quickly when I'm in a hurry. Additionally, I tend to rinse my m...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, Anonymous: 1. If gum recession is not too severe, there is still a chance for the gums to recover after changing brushing techniques. 2. Research has indicated that B vitamins can aid in the repair of gum tissue and oral mucosa, but the most important factors are maintaini...[Read More] Can Gum Injury from Eating Chips Heal Naturally? Dental Care Insights
Post-Surgery Gum Inflammation: Is Pain While Drinking Water Normal?
Gingival inflammation, postoperative, pain when drinking water? On September 5th, I underwent surgery at the clinic due to gum inflammation. Although I had no issues in the days leading up to the procedure, recently, whenever I drink water and it touches the area where I had the ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, Anonymous: It is possible that the inflammation of the gums after the surgical removal has caused gum recession, exposing the tooth roots, which can lead to sensitivity to hot and cold. If the discomfort persists, it is advisable to return for a follow-up examination. Dr. ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Gum Inflammation: Is Pain While Drinking Water Normal?
Managing Dental Issues: Prioritizing Treatment for Oral Health Concerns
Oral issues Doctor, may I ask in what order I should address my oral condition? For the past six months, the two lower left teeth have been intermittently itchy and slightly painful. In the last two months, the two upper left teeth have also started to experience occasional mild ...
Dr. Qiu Qiongyao Reply:
Dear Ms. Li Qiuqiu, Regarding your inquiries, please find the responses below: 1. Trust the recommendations of the attending physician regarding the treatment plan. 2. Your oral issues are complex and cannot be resolved in a short period. 3. It is advisable to visit a medical c...[Read More] Managing Dental Issues: Prioritizing Treatment for Oral Health Concerns
Can You Detect Calcification in Tooth Roots Before Root Canal Treatment?
Is there any examination that can determine whether there is calcification in the dental roots? I have four front teeth, two on the upper left and two on the upper right. Today, I went to a medical center for a general dental check-up and later consulted a clinic where I had prev...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, Li Qiuchiu: 1. If a retreatment of root canal therapy is performed and calcification is found, it is not always necessary to use a microscope for management, unless there is very obvious calcification visible on standard X-rays. 2. If a general clinic is unable to manage t...[Read More] Can You Detect Calcification in Tooth Roots Before Root Canal Treatment?
Understanding Gum Recession After Dental Implants: Causes and Concerns
Gum recession after dental implant placement? Hello, Director. About 6 or 7 years ago, I had my first dental implant placed (the far left of my four front teeth). Over three years ago, the tooth root next to the implant fractured. The doctor said that because I had the implant, I...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Xiaoyu, Hello! As mentioned, there may be bone loss around the dental implant, which can lead to gum recession. The possible causes could be infection or excessive biting force. It is important to maintain proper oral hygiene around the implant. Take care! Wishing you a...[Read More] Understanding Gum Recession After Dental Implants: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Gum Pain After Root Canal Treatment: Causes and Solutions
Post-root canal tooth with tenderness in the upper gum? Hello Dr. Huang, about 17 years ago, I had a root canal treatment on my upper right first molar. Six years later, it started to hurt again, and I found out that there were some canals that were not properly cleaned, so I und...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Miss A-Q, Hello! Your question is actually quite complex! Root canal treatment aims to thoroughly clean the root canal; if it is not cleaned properly, there may be swelling and discomfort above the tooth. Additionally, if the tooth root is unhealthy after the root canal tre...[Read More] Understanding Gum Pain After Root Canal Treatment: Causes and Solutions
Swollen Gums with Hardness and Minor Bleeding: Dental Concerns Explained
Swollen and red gums that feel hard to the touch, with slight bleeding but no pain? Hello, Doctor: About a year ago, I had a root canal treatment on my right central incisor and the adjacent tooth, and I had them reduced in size and covered with porcelain crowns. Over the past si...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Chen, Hello! (The gums are red and swollen, firm to the touch, with slight bleeding but no pain.) This may be indicative of periodontal disease or a fractured tooth root! A thorough examination is necessary! Please seek medical attention as soon as you return to your ho...[Read More] Swollen Gums with Hardness and Minor Bleeding: Dental Concerns Explained
Gum Recession and Pain: Understanding White Spots and Treatment Options
Gum recession, whitening of the gums, and associated pain? Hello Doctor: I have gum recession on the first lower incisor on the left side, with the tooth root exposed. The margin of the receded gum has turned white. I remember that it started as a white spot, but over the past ne...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Ms. Li: If the gums of the lower front teeth are turning white and the area of whiteness is increasing, along with painful eversion of the lower lip, it is possible that there is still inflammation within the gingival sulcus. It is recommended to return for a follow-up appointmen...[Read More] Gum Recession and Pain: Understanding White Spots and Treatment Options
Understanding Upper Jaw Cysts: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Maxillary cyst I have a cyst on my upper jaw that resembles a pimple; it fluctuates in size and is painless and itch-free. It has been present for six months. Today, I consulted a dentist about it, and she mentioned that it might be caused by inflammation inside a tooth, originat...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello Miss Katie: A painless cyst is generally caused by inflammation and necrosis of the dental nerve, leading to an infection at the root apex. It may require root canal treatment to thoroughly clean out the inflamed and necrotic dental nerve, which will help improve the cyst i...[Read More] Understanding Upper Jaw Cysts: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Tooth Pain After Filling: Causes and Solutions
Tooth decay led to pulpitis, and after a few months of treatment, the pain returned? I'm sorry, but it seems that the message was not sent, so I will resend the question. The tooth number 16 has a deep cavity, close to the nerve. It was filled a few years ago, and then in No...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Christine: Hello! As mentioned, the tooth may have nerve inflammation or may even be necrotic. Root canal therapy is needed, and if there are any issues, you should consult an endodontist.[Read More] Understanding Tooth Pain After Filling: Causes and Solutions
Can a Tooth with Years of Root Canal Treatment Be Saved?
Is it possible to save a tooth that has had a root canal for many years but is now experiencing biting pain? Hello, Doctor. I have some questions I would like to ask you. My upper left molar had a root canal treatment several years ago due to deep decay. The dentist who performed...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Anonymous: Hello! If there is a shadow on the tooth root, treatment is necessary! If you suspect a tooth fracture, a CT scan can confirm it! Otherwise, you can place a crown for protection and observation! Take care! Wishing you peace and success! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ti...[Read More] Can a Tooth with Years of Root Canal Treatment Be Saved?
Effective Bleeding Control After Tooth Extraction: Tips and Insights
Post-extraction bleeding issues? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask how I can effectively stop bleeding after tooth extraction? Or is there something wrong with my body... (I have anemia). My dental clinic replied that as long as there is bleeding control, it is fine, but I have t...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Amy, Hello! Actually, tooth extraction and hemostasis are continuous processes. After anesthesia, there is a two-hour window during which there is no pain. Therefore, the entire procedure (tooth extraction and hemostasis) should be completed within two hours. For exampl...[Read More] Effective Bleeding Control After Tooth Extraction: Tips and Insights
Understanding Tooth Pain: When Root Issues Lead to Complications
The tooth root is covered by soft tissue? Hello, doctor. About a year ago, I had my lower right wisdom tooth extracted, but the tooth in front of it had a cavity on the side that was assessed to be quite deep, and the doctor recommended root canal treatment. Later, another dentis...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Ying, Hello! As mentioned, it appears that the cavities are caused by the horizontal wisdom teeth, which are quite deep and covered by the gum, making them difficult to treat. Essentially, they need to be filled properly. If there is only a small amount of bone remainin...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Pain: When Root Issues Lead to Complications
Dealing with Dental Trauma: Can Your Front Tooth Heal After an Injury?
Incisal tooth injury Hello, doctor. I was in a car accident a while ago, and one of my upper front teeth is a bit loose and painful. I went to see a doctor the same day, and after an X-ray, the doctor advised me to monitor the situation. About a month later, the condition of the ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello Ms. Chang: You were involved in a car accident that affected your upper front tooth, which was loose at the time. After a month, it feels more stable, but you are experiencing some weakness while eating. It is recommended that you return for a follow-up examination to check...[Read More] Dealing with Dental Trauma: Can Your Front Tooth Heal After an Injury?
Understanding Gum Issues: Bleeding, Pain, and White Appearance Explained
Inquiry about gum issues? Hello Dr. Tseng, a few days ago while brushing my teeth, I accidentally brushed too hard and started bleeding. After rinsing, I felt a bit of a stinging pain. This morning, when I looked at the bleeding part of my gums, I noticed there was some white tis...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, Bobo: Brushing too hard can cause bleeding gums and white patches, which may indicate gum injury leading to ulceration. If there is pain and inflammation, you can apply an oral ointment, but if you don't apply anything, just maintaining good oral hygiene should help i...[Read More] Understanding Gum Issues: Bleeding, Pain, and White Appearance Explained
Concerns After Root Canal: Delaying Crown Placement Explained
I am hesitant to get a crown after root canal treatment? Hello, doctor. Recently, I underwent root canal treatment on my upper left tooth (tooth #25). During the root canal procedure, I experienced persistent pain, so the dentist cleaned it several times. Eventually, when it was ...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Qi, Hello! The main goal of root canal treatment is to clean the root canal thoroughly. It is common to experience pain in the posterior teeth, but it usually improves within a week. If problems persist, an X-ray should be taken to check for any periodontal disease or c...[Read More] Concerns After Root Canal: Delaying Crown Placement Explained
Understanding Apex Cysts: Post-Surgery Concerns and Gum Health
Apical cyst Question 1: A month and a half ago, I had a cyst at the root of my right incisor. After consulting with a dentist, I underwent apicoectomy surgery. The dentist mentioned before the surgery that it would not cause gum recession, but after the procedure, I noticed that ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: 1. An apical cyst that continues to enlarge may indeed affect the surrounding adjacent teeth. 2. Soft tissue recovery typically takes about six months to stabilize. It is recommended that you observe the situation without rushing, and discuss the follow-up plan with your t...[Read More] Understanding Apex Cysts: Post-Surgery Concerns and Gum Health
Understanding Gum Pain and Bite Discomfort: Possible Causes and Solutions
Gum pain and occlusal pain? Hello Doctor: I had a root canal treatment on my molar 20 years ago and have a crown for protection. About two years ago, the surrounding gums started to hurt, but there was no redness or swelling. The dentist cleaned the gums, but there was no improve...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Wang, Hello! Based on your description, it is very likely that the tooth root has cracked. A clinical examination or a dental CT scan is necessary. Thank you! Take care and I wish you all the best! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Understanding Gum Pain and Bite Discomfort: Possible Causes and Solutions
Can Dental Posts Be Removed? Understanding Your Options for Dentures
The dental implant cannot be removed? Hello, Doctor! I had my front tooth crown redone about four years ago. The dentist mentioned that the initial root canal treatment was incomplete, so the dental post needed to be removed. However, the post could not be removed because the den...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: There are several types of materials for all-ceramic crowns. You can choose a more opaque material for the inner crown to mask the color of the metal post. However, if the metal pigmentation has extended to the tooth root or even overflowed to the gums, the only solution w...[Read More] Can Dental Posts Be Removed? Understanding Your Options for Dentures