Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Cavity Treatment: Causes and Solutions
Molars cavities Hello, doctor. I have a cavity in my molar that was causing pain, and I went to see a dentist who filled it. The pain has decreased, but two days later, I still experience sensitivity when biting, eating, or drinking cold beverages. One of those days, I had roaste...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Model: Hello! As mentioned, you need to undergo an X-ray examination first, and it may be necessary to perform a nerve extraction. This is unrelated to the duck dish! Please communicate more with your physician. Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fa...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Cavity Treatment: Causes and Solutions
Chronic Tooth Pain: Seeking Solutions After Years of Discomfort
I have had a toothache for over two years, but my gums are not swollen! Hello Doctor: Two years ago, I had a cavity in my upper left molar, and the dentist recommended extracting my wisdom tooth before treatment. I followed their advice and had it removed. However, two days later...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. ANN: Hello! As mentioned, you have been through a lot! The issue on the upper left may be related to your wisdom tooth, which could be causing damage to the upper first molar. The upper right seems to be a cavity issue, along with tooth sensitivity, which can truly affec...[Read More] Chronic Tooth Pain: Seeking Solutions After Years of Discomfort
Understanding Tooth Sensitivity: Causes and Solutions for Mild Enamel Damage
Tooth sensitivity when brushing? Recently, I have been experiencing a slight sensitivity on the inner side of one of my molars while brushing my teeth. It doesn't hurt, just feels a bit sour. I'm not sure if it's the tooth or the gums that are sensitive. I usually ...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Wang, Hello! It is possible that you are experiencing tooth wear and slight enamel damage. Applying fluoride can be effective. Additionally, please reduce the power setting on your electric toothbrush a bit. Make sure to communicate more with your dentist! Thank you! W...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Sensitivity: Causes and Solutions for Mild Enamel Damage
Understanding Tooth Sensitivity: Causes, Treatments, and FAQs
Tooth sensitivity Hello Doctor, thank you for taking the time to address my concerns. I appreciate it! Previously, I experienced sensitivity and pain in my upper right third molar due to temperature changes, which later progressed to mild pain even at rest. I visited a dentist wh...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Chen, Hello! Regarding your tooth sensitivity, the causes may include: 1. Cavities 2. Gum recession exposing the tooth roots 3. Brushing too hard, causing damage to the teeth. Please communicate more with your dentist! Thank you! Wishing you well! Sincerely, Dr. Hua...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Sensitivity: Causes, Treatments, and FAQs
Swollen Gum Around Upper Front Teeth: Causes and Solutions
Swelling of the gum tissue on the inner side of the upper front teeth? I have swelling in the gum tissue on the inner side of my upper front teeth, and I often feel a dull ache. The two front teeth near the swelling have undergone root canal treatment, but I still feel sensitivit...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello: After root canal treatment, symptoms in the tooth may not necessarily be due to the endodontic procedure; they could be related to tooth sensitivity or other factors. Additionally, since the surgery was completed only a week ago, you are still in the recovery period. If di...[Read More] Swollen Gum Around Upper Front Teeth: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Root Canal Treatment
Dental issues Hello doctor, my question is that last year I had a root canal treatment on my right front tooth. The dentist recommended that I get a crown to protect it, but I was afraid that making a dental mold would be uncomfortable, so I didn't proceed. However, today, f...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Miss Hsiao-Hsien, Hello! As mentioned, it may be necessary to conduct a detailed examination on-site, as the issue might be related to the adjacent tooth and not associated with the braces. Please communicate more with your dentist. Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerel...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Root Canal Treatment
Managing Tooth Sensitivity After Cavities: Tips and Solutions
Cavity issues? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask a question. The tooth next to my front tooth had a cavity that spread to both sides and was quite deep. I have had it filled before, but recently I started feeling sensitivity. I went to the dentist for a cleaning and asked them to...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello: After proper filling of interproximal caries, there are two possible developments. One is that after meals, cleaning the interproximal area with dental floss can lead to the formation of secondary dentin at the base of the original cavity. The other is improper oral hygien...[Read More] Managing Tooth Sensitivity After Cavities: Tips and Solutions
Post-Root Canal Discomfort: Understanding Tooth Sensitivity and Pain
After root canal treatment, there may be sensitivity in the tooth and tightness or soreness in the cheek? Hello, I have a question. My second molar in the back has been inflamed since February, and I have visited several clinics without finding a cause. The doctors were unsure an...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello: In most cases, teeth that have undergone root canal treatment cannot withstand the same occlusal forces as before treatment, and there may still be percussion pain. This is because the healing of apical lesions takes a long time. However, if there is "severe aching pa...[Read More] Post-Root Canal Discomfort: Understanding Tooth Sensitivity and Pain
Persistent Tooth Sensitivity After Multiple Fillings: What to Do?
A tooth that has been filled four times experiences sensitivity and pain whenever pressure is applied while biting? Hello Doctor, about a month ago I had a dental filling done at Clinic A for a shallow cavity that was only on the surface. After the filling, I experienced some sen...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If repeated fillings still result in pain when biting, it is likely that the dental pulp is already inflamed. If there is spontaneous pain, it is recommended to perform a root canal treatment. If there is sensitivity to hot and cold, consider performing pulp capping treatment fir...[Read More] Persistent Tooth Sensitivity After Multiple Fillings: What to Do?
Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Fillings: Causes and Solutions
Light tapping on the filling site causes sensitivity? 1. Over three years ago, I had a resin filling on my upper right second molar. Now, when I lightly tap or press it with chopsticks, I experience slight sensitivity, but the discomfort disappears once the pressure is released. ...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello, tooth percussion pain is usually associated with apical lesions. Of course, dental caries can also be a precursor to apical lesions. As for the basic examination of dental caries, it requires a professional to inspect the mouth with appropriate lighting and instruments, an...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Fillings: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Molars: Is Gum Recession Causing Your Tooth Sensitivity?
Gum recession of molars Six months ago, I had pain in my upper left molar, and the dentist removed the old amalgam filling and replaced it. After the procedure, my condition improved, but I still experience sensitivity when eating cold foods, and occasionally, there is a dull ach...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
1. After filling a cavity in a molar, sensitivity to cold and pain may occur, possibly due to the extent of the original decay being significant and close to the dental pulp. It is recommended to monitor the situation, and if the sensitivity persists, root canal treatment should ...[Read More] Understanding Molars: Is Gum Recession Causing Your Tooth Sensitivity?
Post-Filling Tooth Sensitivity: When to Consider Root Canal Treatment?
Post-operative pain after dental filling? Hello Doctor, about four weeks ago I had a dental filling done. For about a week, the tooth was sensitive, but after that, there was no discomfort. However, two days ago, when I pressed on the filled area, I noticed it was sore, and since...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Bingluo, Hello! As mentioned, a root canal treatment may be necessary, but a clinical examination is still required. Please communicate with your physician more. Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Post-Filling Tooth Sensitivity: When to Consider Root Canal Treatment?
Understanding Post-Filling Tooth Sensitivity: When to Seek Help
It is common to experience occasional pain after a dental filling? Hello Doctor: A week ago, I had two cavities filled on the back of my front teeth (the drilling was extremely painful) and the cavities were quite large (almost half the size of the tooth). After a week, I occasio...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello, Miss: If you have been experiencing sensitivity for more than two weeks after your dental filling, it is advisable to return for a check-up. In the meantime, you can reduce stimuli to lower the chances of sensitivity. Thank you for your message. Wishing you safety and heal...[Read More] Understanding Post-Filling Tooth Sensitivity: When to Seek Help
Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Filling: Is It a Cavity Again?
Sensitivity to cold after dental filling? Three months ago, I experienced pain in my upper left molar when exposed to cold water (such as when rinsing my mouth), which prompted a visit to the dentist. That tooth had been filled with silver amalgam a long time ago (approximately 9...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. 123, Hello! Continuous observation is necessary. If you still feel unwell, it is important to check for any more serious issues, and consider re-treatment or nerve extraction. Please communicate frequently with your physician. Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, ...[Read More] Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Filling: Is It a Cavity Again?
Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Cleaning: Is It Normal?
Tooth sensitivity after dental cleaning? Hello, doctor! I recently went to the dentist for a routine check-up, and after getting my teeth cleaned, I experienced significant sensitivity that I had not encountered before. I would like to know if this is normal or if it could be due...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Dear Sir, Hello. The cause of tooth sensitivity is often due to the gums, which were originally swollen and inflamed, becoming less swollen after treatment, leading to slight exposure of the tooth roots. When the roots, which have been covered by gum tissue or calculus for a lon...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Cleaning: Is It Normal?
Occasional Tooth Sensitivity: Understanding Your Molars' Discomfort
Molars experience intermittent acidity without pain? Doctor, I have a question I would like to ask you. Do you have some time to answer? My molars have some black spots and occasionally feel sensitive, but the sensitivity comes and goes. I don't have much sensitivity to hot ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If a previously filled tooth still occasionally experiences sensitivity, it is important to consider whether there is gum recession or gum inflammation, or if the original filling material has corroded, which could allow thermal stimuli to affect the nerves inside the tooth. It i...[Read More] Occasional Tooth Sensitivity: Understanding Your Molars' Discomfort
Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Filling: When to Seek Further Treatment
Sensitivity to hot and cold after dental filling? Hello Doctor, I have a cavity in my molar that is quite deep and close to the nerve. When the filling material was placed, I felt a lot of sensitivity. After the procedure, when I drink water that isn't very cold, my tooth st...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
The filled tooth still feels sensitive, which may indicate inflammation of the dental nerve. Additionally, experiencing pain in the gums while using dental floss could suggest inflammation of the gum tissue between the teeth. If the pain persists, it may be necessary to consider ...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Filling: When to Seek Further Treatment
Understanding Intermittent Tooth Sensitivity in Molars: Causes and Care
Intermittent pain in the molars? Hello Dr. Huang, I have had dental fillings on both of my molars, and I have experienced intermittent tooth sensitivity and pain in the areas of the molars and a few teeth in front of them. The pain does not always occur on the same side, but a co...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Anonymous, Hello! It is common for filled teeth to experience pain. This is usually due to: 1. The material being acidic, or 2. The cavity being too deep. For the first issue, consider replacing the material and refilling the tooth. For the second, you may need to consider...[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Tooth Sensitivity in Molars: Causes and Care
Is Tooth Sensitivity After Flossing a Sign of Cavities?
Using dental floss can cause tooth sensitivity or pain? If using dental floss between two teeth causes some discomfort, could this be a sign of a cavity? I just had a dental check-up where I had other cavities treated and X-rays taken. Is it possible that the dentist overlooked s...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. P: Hello! As mentioned, using dental floss may cause tooth sensitivity, which could be due to cavities or periodontal disease. Please communicate more with your dentist! Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry.[Read More] Is Tooth Sensitivity After Flossing a Sign of Cavities?
Managing Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Fillings: Is Pulp Capping an Option?
Molars are not sensitive to hot and cold stimuli? Hello, Doctor. Three weeks after my molar was filled, I experienced sensitivity to hot and cold, and biting on a specific spot caused pain, leading to sleep disturbances and difficulty eating with that tooth. Recently, the sensiti...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Choba, Hello! As mentioned, the situation appears to be serious! A root canal treatment may be necessary to preserve this tooth. Please communicate with your dentist further. Thank you! Wishing you well! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Managing Tooth Sensitivity After Dental Fillings: Is Pulp Capping an Option?