Why Your Dentist Might Not Fill That Cavity: Understanding Dental Decisions
It seems there is a cavity in the interdental space, but the doctor did not perform a filling? When visiting the dentist due to occasional sensitivity and pain in a specific tooth while eating, the doctor reviewed an X-ray taken a year ago, which showed slight interproximal carie...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Kuo, Hello! If you have a cavity, it really needs to be filled! Otherwise, it will worsen. Take care! Wishing you peace and success in everything! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Why Your Dentist Might Not Fill That Cavity: Understanding Dental Decisions
Understanding Post-Root Canal Symptoms: When to Seek Further Treatment
After root canal treatment Hello, doctor. Previously, one of my lower right teeth started to hurt after drinking something cold, and the pain spread to my upper teeth, making it impossible to sleep. On the day of the examination, only the upper teeth were painful. The dentist ide...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Bruce_yl, Hello! As mentioned, please make sure to check thoroughly to see if the issue is with the lower right or upper right area. Take care! Wishing you peace and smooth recovery! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Understanding Post-Root Canal Symptoms: When to Seek Further Treatment
Understanding Root Canal Treatment: When to Seek Further Dental Care
Root canal treatment Hello, doctor. I apologize for the interruption. I have been researching some information online and would like to ask you a few questions. Since August of last year, I have been experiencing pain near my nasal wings that feels like a bruise, but it only hurt...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to observe for about six months, as bone defects require a longer time to heal. If there are no significant discomforts, it is best to allow the body to recover naturally without rushing. (If you are still concerned, you may seek a second opinion at a maj...[Read More] Understanding Root Canal Treatment: When to Seek Further Dental Care
Understanding Post-Extraction Pain: Causes and Prevention After 5 Years
Inflammation five years after tooth extraction? The lower right last tooth (not a wisdom tooth) was extracted due to periodontal disease. The area healed spontaneously without an opening and has not been inflamed until five years later when pain occurred, possibly indicating infl...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: To confirm the source of infection and inflammation, it is still necessary to take X-rays for verification. The extraction site may also be at risk of reinfection, so careful care is advisable. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Post-Extraction Pain: Causes and Prevention After 5 Years
Managing Gum Swelling and Pain After Root Canal Treatment
Swelling and pain in the gums around a root canal treated tooth? Hello Doctor, I had a root canal treatment on my upper left molar over ten years ago, followed by a crown. In November 2019, I experienced inflammation and swelling, and after an X-ray, the doctor indicated there ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you continue to use 0.2% chlorhexidine mouthwash (three times a day). If the swelling and pain do not improve, you may first ask a local pharmacy abroad to prescribe 500mg Amoxicillin (take one every 4 to 6 hours) along with an NSAID for pain relief....[Read More] Managing Gum Swelling and Pain After Root Canal Treatment
Understanding Costs and Material Choices for Dental Crowns and Inlays
The cost issues related to inlays and crowns, as well as material selection? Hello, Doctor. About a month or two ago, the filling on my last lower right tooth fell out. After evaluation, the doctor determined that it was not suitable to refill, but there was no need for a root ca...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Anonymous Miss: Hello! Whether to perform a root canal treatment is determined by the physician, mainly due to symptoms such as pain when drinking hot water, sensitivity to touch, and continuous pain lasting over an hour. For the posterior teeth, you can choose a metal crown...[Read More] Understanding Costs and Material Choices for Dental Crowns and Inlays
Understanding Dental Fillings: When to Consider Root Canals and Pain Causes
Dental filling material Hello! I have a couple of questions for the doctor: 1. If tapping on my tooth causes pain, does that indicate that I need a root canal treatment? Can the filling material be resin? 2. If my gums are throbbing and I no longer have teeth, could it be due ...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Dou, Hello! (1. If tapping on my tooth causes pain, does that indicate that I need a root canal treatment? Can the filling material be resin?) It is possible that the nerve is inflamed, which would require root canal treatment. It is best to take an X-ray for confirma...[Read More] Understanding Dental Fillings: When to Consider Root Canals and Pain Causes
Understanding Jaw Issues After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: A Patient's Guide
Disc displacement, occlusal splint, wisdom tooth extraction? Hello, since I had my lower right wisdom tooth extracted in July or August of last year, my face was swollen for two weeks. About two months later, I noticed that my jaw joints were not moving in sync when I opened my m...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: For questions 1 to 3, I still recommend discussing them with your original physician. The answer to question 4 is "there is a possibility." If question 5 refers to tooth extraction or irrigation procedures, the answer is "no." From your description, it ...[Read More] Understanding Jaw Issues After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: A Patient's Guide
Understanding Tooth Sensitivity and Bad Taste After Dental Work
After more than 10 years of having a dental filling, I suddenly experienced sensitivity and a metallic taste? Hello Dr. Tseng, my lower right molar (tooth A) had a filling due to a cavity during my childhood, but I'm unsure about the severity of the cavity at that time. It h...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello Ms. Tseng: 1. If the restoration on tooth A is not loose or torn, it should not develop cavities again. However, the sensitivity and discomfort at the root of tooth A and tooth B may be due to chronic gingivitis, which can lead to gum recession and expose the roots, causi...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Sensitivity and Bad Taste After Dental Work
Dealing with Loose Teeth After Root Canal Treatment: What to Do?
Root canal treatment Hello doctor, I previously had a root canal treatment on my second to last tooth in the lower left jaw, and it's been almost six months. Recently, I noticed that the tooth that underwent root canal treatment is slightly loose. What should I do? (The clin...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Afu: Hello! You still need to go to a dental clinic for an X-ray to confirm the diagnosis (which may be periodontal disease or a fracture) before treatment. Take care! Wishing you peace and smoothness in everything! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry.[Read More] Dealing with Loose Teeth After Root Canal Treatment: What to Do?
Understanding Gum Bleeding After Dental Crown Placement: Causes and Solutions
Gum bleeding Hello Dr. Huang, I would like to ask a question. After my root canal treatment, I had a new crown placed on tooth #26 (upper left first molar). Since the new crown was placed, I do not experience pain when biting down, but I have noticed that the gums around the new...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Alston, Hello! You still need to get an X-ray to check for periodontal disease or root issues. Take care! Wishing you peace and success in everything! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Understanding Gum Bleeding After Dental Crown Placement: Causes and Solutions
Understanding White Bumps in the Mouth: Causes and Treatments
White spots protruding in the oral cavity? Hello Doctor, for the past month, I have noticed a bubble-like growth with a white spot at the site of my extracted lower left wisdom tooth. Initially, it started as a small bump and then grew larger within a few hours (during this time,...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Yu, Hello! As mentioned, it may be necessary to take an X-ray to check for any issues with the bones. If there are any problems, debridement may be required, and then it should heal. A thorough clinical examination is still essential. Please take care of yourself! Wish...[Read More] Understanding White Bumps in the Mouth: Causes and Treatments
Safe Interval for Dental X-Rays: Understanding Frequency and Risks
Interval for X-ray imaging Hello Doctor: I had a localized dental X-ray in mid-February, which revealed that all four of my wisdom teeth are horizontally impacted and have caused inflammation leading to cellulitis. Therefore, I decided to have them extracted. At the end of Februa...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Miss Le Xi, Hello! A full-mouth X-ray is twice the amount of a localized one, but the exposure is very minimal. However, it is best not to have too many X-rays! Take care! Wishing you peace and smoothness in everything! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Safe Interval for Dental X-Rays: Understanding Frequency and Risks
Understanding Dental Cyst Removal: What to Expect and Treatment Options
Tooth cyst excision Hello Doctor, during a recent examination, a significant cyst was found at the root of my lower front tooth. I previously had an abscess, but that has resolved, and I am currently not experiencing any pain. The tooth appears normal externally. The X-ray shows ...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Li, Hello! (The cyst is relatively large) Essentially, it is suitable for an apicoectomy; otherwise, root canal treatment will take a long time! In fact, it can be done in a dental clinic without the need for general anesthesia! (Will there be any side effects on the to...[Read More] Understanding Dental Cyst Removal: What to Expect and Treatment Options
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Addressing Pain and Discomfort in Molars
Three months after having my wisdom teeth removed, I am experiencing tightness and pain in the four anterior molars? Hello Doctor: I had my lower left wisdom tooth extracted on January 8, 2020. The wisdom tooth was growing straight up, so the clinic's dentist used forceps fo...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Your description is quite detailed and indicates that the healing of the extraction site or the condition of the adjacent teeth may be affecting your daily life. Therefore, I recommend that you visit a medical center for a dental cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) scan t...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Addressing Pain and Discomfort in Molars
Understanding Tooth Decay in Upper Second Molars: Causes and Treatment
Cavity in the second molar? Hello Doctor, my upper left second molar hurts when I bite down on hard objects. After visiting the clinic, the doctor suspected there might be a cavity inside and that the silver filling needs to be removed to confirm, but mentioned that this tooth is...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
1. If the adjacent wisdom tooth is growing at an angle, it may have an impact. 2. If the wisdom tooth is excessively tilted and presses against the second molar in front, root canal treatment may involve complete cleaning of the nerve canal, but it might not be able to thoroughl...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Decay in Upper Second Molars: Causes and Treatment
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?
Should You Remove Wisdom Teeth? Understanding Dental Concerns
Should wisdom teeth be extracted? Hello, Doctor. I've been quite troubled lately. Every day when I wake up, it feels like my upper and lower front teeth (the six in the front) are slightly protruding. Since my sophomore year in high school, it seems like my teeth have been g...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended that you visit a clinic or hospital to get an X-ray to confirm the position of your wisdom teeth and to estimate whether they will erupt normally. If you are concerned about alignment issues that may require orthodontic treatment, most cases will suggest ...[Read More] Should You Remove Wisdom Teeth? Understanding Dental Concerns
Should I Get a Dental Implant After My Tooth Repair Cracked?
If a filled tooth has a portion of the dental cement cracked and missing a corner, is it necessary to get a crown? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask about the issue of getting a dental prosthesis. I previously had a molar that was filled, but it cracked after biting down on some...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello, Xiao Qiu: If you have already undergone a root canal treatment and the tooth itself is significantly damaged, even if it is restored, it is still prone to fracture. It is advisable to consult a dentist to evaluate the possibility of placing a crown for protection. Dr. Tsen...[Read More] Should I Get a Dental Implant After My Tooth Repair Cracked?
Understanding Post-Root Canal Pain: When to Seek Help and Pain Management Tips
Post-treatment pain following root canal therapy? Hello Doctor: After undergoing root canal treatment on February 21 for my molar, which has four canals, I have successfully cleaned two of them, confirmed by X-ray. However, since the procedure, my tooth has been swollen and painf...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Peter, Hello! As mentioned, the treatment of four root canals is quite challenging. Taking 3-4 tablets of Ponstan per day should be manageable, but to avoid gastrointestinal irritation, it is advisable to take the medication after meals or to add a gastric protective ag...[Read More] Understanding Post-Root Canal Pain: When to Seek Help and Pain Management Tips