Understanding Tooth Pain After Dental Filling: Is It Nerve-Related?
Dental filling issues Hello Doctor, my second to last upper left molar had a cavity in the past, which was filled with silver amalgam. Recently, I visited a dentist who indicated that it needed to be refilled, and they used composite resin for the filling. After the procedure, I ...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Yvonne, Hello! As mentioned, despite several treatments, the tooth still hurts, which may indicate a nerve issue. Of course, we need to rule out any fracture problems. Monitoring and observation are the best approaches for treatment. Please communicate more with your ph...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Pain After Dental Filling: Is It Nerve-Related?
Managing Dental Pulp Capping: Key Questions and Answers
Please consult with the physician on how to manage the subsequent condition? 1. Is medication needed to heal after pulp capping, and what kind of medication is recommended? 2. After pulp capping, how long should I wait before filling the tooth? Is two months sufficient? 3. If...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Jeff, Hello! 1. Pulp capping primarily uses calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)2), and the latest material used is Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA). 2. After pulp capping, how long should one wait before restoring the tooth? Two months is acceptable, but it is best to take an ...[Read More] Managing Dental Pulp Capping: Key Questions and Answers
Understanding Tooth Pain After Root Canal: Is It a Crack?
One month after root canal filling, the tooth still experiences pain, possibly indicating a tooth fracture? Thank you, Dr. Huang, for your previous response! Since I started treatment, I haven't used my front tooth to bite anything, not even bread or plain rice. It has been ...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Becky, Hello! If your tooth is still painful one month after root canal filling, could it be a cracked tooth? In the early stages, it can be difficult to diagnose! However, if biting down causes pain, the cracks may gradually separate, leading to swelling! In such cases...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Pain After Root Canal: Is It a Crack?
Severe Tooth Pain: Seeking Advice on Treatment and Antibiotics
Severe toothache (medication consultation) Hello Doctor, three days ago I experienced severe tooth pain that kept me awake at night. The pain radiated to my entire left face, ear, and neck, occurring every hour for about 10 to 30 minutes each time, then subsiding as if nothing ha...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Chian, Hello! Tooth pain that causes discomfort in the face, ears, and neck indicates severe pain and requires a thorough examination to determine the underlying cause. It is not advisable to rely solely on medication. Please communicate more with your physician. Thank ...[Read More] Severe Tooth Pain: Seeking Advice on Treatment and Antibiotics
Persistent Discomfort After Dental Implant Crown Placement: Possible Causes and Solutions
Persistent dull pain after dental implant placement and crown installation? Hello, doctor. I underwent dental implant surgery six months ago, and after the implant was placed, my dentist monitored the site for six months without any issues before placing the crown. However, after...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Gao, Hello! Basically, a detailed X-ray examination is still necessary. Please communicate more with the implant dentist. Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Persistent Discomfort After Dental Implant Crown Placement: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Swelling Between Lower Lip and Gums: Causes and Solutions
Swelling and redness between the lower lip and the gums? Last year, I experienced pain in the tooth next to my lower right incisor and visited a dental clinic. The dentist performed a root canal treatment but did not fill the cavity, and the issue did not improve. When I sought a...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Pain in the lower right teeth underwent root canal treatment. If there is still inflammation at the apex of the tooth root, it may lead to swelling and redness of the gums. If the root canal has already been medicated and sealed, it indicates that the root canal treatment is comp...[Read More] Understanding Swelling Between Lower Lip and Gums: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Tooth Pain: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help
Toothache..? A few days ago, I experienced pain on the left side of my mouth and visited a dentist. The dentist tapped on my teeth, and it didn't hurt. Then, they took X-rays of that side and found no cavities affecting the nerves. The dentist advised me to monitor the situa...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Yang Yu-Ling, Hello! A detailed examination and X-ray may be necessary for a proper diagnosis. Please communicate with your physician frequently. Thank you! Wishing you safety! Sincerely, Dr. Huang Ting-Fang, Dentistry[Read More] Understanding Tooth Pain: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Periodontal Flap Surgery: Costs and Insurance Options
Periodontal flap surgery Hello Doctor: I have been undergoing periodontal treatment at the clinic for the past six months. I have completed root planing and have had a post-operative periodontal pocket probing, which revealed that there are still nine teeth with pocket depths gre...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
If there is no improvement in the periodontal pockets after root planing, periodontal flap surgery may be necessary. However, if there is significant bone loss, it may also require periodontal regeneration procedures that involve bone grafting and the placement of a regenerative ...[Read More] Understanding Periodontal Flap Surgery: Costs and Insurance Options
Are There Risks of Hyaluronic Acid Injections for TMJ Disorders?
Are there any side effects of using hyaluronic acid for temporomandibular joint disorders? About a year ago, I started experiencing a clicking sound in my right temporomandibular joint (TMJ) when I opened my mouth. Initially, if the clicking occurred too frequently, it would caus...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello, In our hospital, the treatment for temporomandibular joint disorders in the dental department primarily utilizes occlusal splints, along with mandibular rehabilitation exercises or oral medications. We do not employ hyaluronic acid injection therapy. Generally, hyaluroni...[Read More] Are There Risks of Hyaluronic Acid Injections for TMJ Disorders?
Understanding Symptoms of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMJ)
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) For the past few months, I have experienced pain in the upper left side of my cheek near the back molars when biting down, but the discomfort usually subsides after about a day. This has occurred three times. An ear specialist took X-rays and confirm...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello: Please visit a dental clinic for an evaluation of your oral condition. If it is a temporomandibular joint issue, you can seek treatment at a hospital with a specialized outpatient department. Thank you for your message! Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Kuan-Yu...[Read More] Understanding Symptoms of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMJ)
Understanding Tooth Mobility: Causes and Treatment Options for Periodontal Disease
Teeth may become loose? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask for your advice. I have been seeing Dr. A for dental care for many years. During a cleaning, Dr. A mentioned that my lower right second molar is loose, indicating periodontal disease, and that the first molar next to it h...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
1. Severe inflammation of the tooth root in the anterior teeth can lead to significant apical lesions, causing adjacent teeth to become mobile. 2. If a previously filled amalgam restoration has cracked and remains untreated for an extended period, it can allow bacteria or food ...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Mobility: Causes and Treatment Options for Periodontal Disease
Persistent Pain After Root Canal: Seeking Further Dental Solutions
It has been six months since the root canal treatment on my incisors, and I am still experiencing pain? Hello, doctor. It has been over six months since I had a root canal treatment on my front tooth, but I am still experiencing pain. Each time I return for a follow-up, the docto...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Mr. Frank, Hello! (It has been six months since the nerve treatment on your front teeth, and you are still experiencing pain.) We need to check for any infection; in addition to an X-ray, a clinical assessment is also necessary. Please communicate with your physician more. ...[Read More] Persistent Pain After Root Canal: Seeking Further Dental Solutions
Understanding Post-Filling Tooth Pain: Is It Normal or Cause for Concern?
It is common to experience pain after a dental filling? Hello Doctor, last Wednesday (11/1) I had a dental filling done, but during this time I've been experiencing some sensitivity to hot and cold, and there's a strange feeling when I bite down. Sometimes I also have s...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Yolo, Hello! After dental filling, you may experience pain, which could be due to deep decay causing pulp congestion. It may resolve on its own, but it could also progress to pulpitis, which would require root canal treatment. Please communicate with your dentist freque...[Read More] Understanding Post-Filling Tooth Pain: Is It Normal or Cause for Concern?
Concerns About Bad Odor from Second Molars After Root Canal Treatment
Suspected cavity at the junction of the second molar and the gum line? Hello, Doctor. My lower right second molar underwent root canal treatment last year and has a crown. About two months ago, I started noticing an unpleasant odor (similar to the smell of tooth decay) when brush...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Guangquan: Hello! (There seems to be a cavity at the junction of the second molar and the gum.) There are three possibilities: 1. Cavity in the lower right second molar. 2. Cavity in the wisdom tooth. 3. Food trapped between the two teeth! An X-ray is needed! Please comm...[Read More] Concerns About Bad Odor from Second Molars After Root Canal Treatment
Understanding Dental Implants and Periodontal Disease: What You Need to Know
Issues with Dental Implants and Periodontal Disease Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask about my situation. Currently, I have a dental bridge on my lower right molar, and one of the teeth has a problem. The doctor mentioned that after treatment, I could consider getting a dental i...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Coco, Hello! In fact, after periodontal disease treatment, if the periodontal pockets are greater than 7mm, periodontal surgery is required. Otherwise, maintaining oral hygiene is the most important. Additionally, cleanliness after dental implants is even more crucial, ...[Read More] Understanding Dental Implants and Periodontal Disease: What You Need to Know
Morning Tooth Pain: Understanding Causes and When to Seek Further Care
Woke up with pain in the upper right tooth? Hello, Doctor. Recently, I've been experiencing pain in my upper right tooth upon waking up, but the pain gradually subsides throughout the day and is almost gone by the evening. However, the next morning, the pain returns. I visit...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello, X-rays are an indispensable tool for dentists in making diagnoses. I'm not sure what basis your dentist has for believing that X-rays are unnecessary, but if you have concerns, I recommend seeking a comprehensive examination at another clinic or hospital. Thank you ...[Read More] Morning Tooth Pain: Understanding Causes and When to Seek Further Care
Post-Root Canal Pain: Why Does Biting Hurt After Treatment?
After root canal filling, there may be pain when biting down on food? Hello Doctor, my upper canine tooth hurts when I bite down while eating. It has been intermittently painful for two to three days over the past six months. During two routine dental check-ups, the dentist deter...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Bear: Hello! After root canal treatment, it is common to experience pain when biting down. An X-ray examination is recommended, and typically, the discomfort will subside in about a week. Please communicate frequently with your dentist. Thank you! Wishing you well! Since...[Read More] Post-Root Canal Pain: Why Does Biting Hurt After Treatment?
Understanding Tooth Pain and Swelling After Cavity Treatment
Cavity in the molar, with swollen and painful gums the next day? Due to a cavity in the lower right first molar, the X-ray did not clearly indicate whether it had reached the nerve (I had already undergone two fillings). Ultimately, the dentist decided to fill it and monitor the ...
Dr. Huang Tingfang Reply:
Dear Ms. Jessica, Hello! As mentioned, the first lower right molar has a cavity that continues to cause pain even after filling, which may indicate pulpitis and could require root canal treatment. The wisdom tooth presents a separate issue, showing redness and swelling, which ma...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Pain and Swelling After Cavity Treatment
Understanding Oral Sores and Swelling After Dental Treatment
Mouth ulcer with swelling? Hello doctor, I visited the dentist last week for treatment on my upper left tooth. Two days later, I noticed a hole in the tissue next to my lower left molar, which doesn't resemble typical oral ulcers but rather looks different from leukoplakia. ...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is difficult to make an accurate diagnosis. More clinical oral examinations and X-ray assessments are needed to provide a proper diagnosis and treatment. Please visit a hospital dental department or a dental clinic as soon as possible. Thank y...[Read More] Understanding Oral Sores and Swelling After Dental Treatment
Unexplained Tooth and Gum Pain: Seeking Answers from Your Dentist
The teeth or gums are still in severe pain, and the doctor was unable to determine the cause after examination? Hello, doctor. A few days ago, I experienced sudden severe pain in my lower front tooth and gums. After an examination by the dentist, I was relieved to find that there...
Dr. Zhu Guanyu Reply:
Hello: The severe pain coming from your oral cavity suggests that you should seek medical attention promptly. Additionally, maintain a regular schedule, avoid staying up late, and eat a balanced diet; ensure you brush your teeth properly and use dental floss. Thank you for your m...[Read More] Unexplained Tooth and Gum Pain: Seeking Answers from Your Dentist