Understanding Occlusal Pain: When to Seek Dental Advice
Occlusal pain Hello Doctor, I have been feeling something unusual between the last two teeth on the lower right side (I had my lower right wisdom tooth extracted a year ago) for the past two days. There is slight pain when biting down, and there is some tenderness when I press on...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Typically, follow-up visits for check-ups, cleanings, and monitoring are scheduled every 3 to 6 months. If you are still very concerned, it is advisable to visit a medical center for further examination to determine if there are any issues beyond the teeth that may be caus...[Read More] Understanding Occlusal Pain: When to Seek Dental Advice
Understanding Tooth Pain: Is It Just Gum Inflammation or Something More?
Occlusal pain Hello Doctor, I have been feeling something unusual with the teeth between the last two molars on the lower right side (I had my lower right wisdom tooth extracted a year ago) for the past two days. There is slight pain when biting down and some tenderness when I pr...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Typically, follow-up visits for check-ups, cleanings, and monitoring are scheduled every 3 to 6 months. If you are still very concerned, it is advisable to visit a medical center for further examination to determine if there are any issues beyond dental problems causing pa...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Pain: Is It Just Gum Inflammation or Something More?
Understanding Occlusal Pain: When to Seek Dental Care
Occlusal pain Hello Doctor, I have been feeling something unusual with the teeth between the last two molars on the lower right side (I had my lower right wisdom tooth extracted a year ago) for the past two days. There is mild pain when biting down and some tenderness when I pres...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Typically, follow-up visits for check-ups, cleanings, and monitoring are scheduled every 3 to 6 months. If you are still very concerned, it is recommended to visit a medical center for further examination to determine if there are any issues beyond the teeth that may be ca...[Read More] Understanding Occlusal Pain: When to Seek Dental Care
Can Uneven Jaw Length Cause Clicking Sounds When Opening Mouth?
Asymmetrical length of the right and left sides of the mandible can cause a clicking sound when opening the mouth to its maximum extent? Hello, Doctor. I am 20 years old and visited a dentist when I was 11, during which X-rays were taken. The doctor's findings were as follow...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: The primary treatment goal of orthodontics should be to achieve proper alignment of the teeth. Other related issues (such as facial appearance and joint clicking) may improve as well, but if expectations are set too high, the outcomes may not meet those expectations. If te...[Read More] Can Uneven Jaw Length Cause Clicking Sounds When Opening Mouth?
Understanding Gum Swelling and Pain After Tooth Extraction and TMJ Issues
Gum swelling and pain during occlusion? Hello, doctor. I have been diagnosed with temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ). After undergoing extraction of a molar and treatment for cavities, my condition has worsened. Currently, I have a sensation of swelling in the gums of my uppe...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello Ms. Li: If you have temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder, you may experience soreness in the muscles around your ear and cheek when biting down. If you feel pain in your molars while chewing, it could be due to a deep cavity that is close to the nerve, causing pulpitis. I...[Read More] Understanding Gum Swelling and Pain After Tooth Extraction and TMJ Issues
Understanding Jaw Pain: When Teeth Are Fine but Discomfort Persists
It hurts to bite down on something, but the doctor said there are no issues with the teeth? Around the end of July or early August, I started experiencing pain when biting with my left teeth. Later, I also felt pain when opening my jaw on the right side of my temporomandibular jo...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Since the dentist at the hospital has already examined your teeth and found no issues, if you are concerned that trigeminal neuralgia may be causing your discomfort, it is recommended that you schedule an appointment with a neurologist for further evaluation and examinatio...[Read More] Understanding Jaw Pain: When Teeth Are Fine but Discomfort Persists
Understanding the Gap Between Your Last Tooth and Gum: Is It Caused by Impacted Wisdom Teeth?
There is a cavity between the last tooth on the lower left side and the gum? Hello Doctor, I recently discovered a deep cavity between my lower left last tooth and the gum. I can push the interdental brush quite deep into it, and it bleeds after cleaning. Additionally, there is a...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: After extraction, there is a possibility for the gum tissue to heal and fill in, making the area easier to clean. However, the risks of tooth extraction include potential injury to the bone during the procedure and possible numbness of the inferior alveolar nerve afterward...[Read More] Understanding the Gap Between Your Last Tooth and Gum: Is It Caused by Impacted Wisdom Teeth?
Understanding Dental Pain: Insights on Root Issues and Sensitivity
Some questions for consultation? Hello Dr. Lin, I have a few questions for you. Throughout my life, I have rarely experienced pain from teeth that required emergency root canal treatment, even when they had deep cavities (I had poor dental hygiene as a child, but at least there...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: 1. Pulp necrosis can be assessed using electric pulp testing. If the necrosis has persisted for too long, it may develop into periapical periodontitis, which can be identified by radiographic dark shadows around the root. 2. Sensitivity discomfort caused by resin polymeriz...[Read More] Understanding Dental Pain: Insights on Root Issues and Sensitivity
Understanding Tooth Pain After Biting Hard Objects: When to Seek Dental Care
Incisor teeth biting down on a hard object? Hello Dr. Lin, During dinner today, I experienced a brief sharp pain in my right incisor after biting into a small piece of bone. The pain lasted for about a few seconds and then disappeared. There are no visible cracks on the exterior...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: A simple way to assess is to observe whether there is bleeding in the gum area. If there is bleeding, it may indicate slight displacement of the tooth; if there is none, it might just be a simple impact. To check for cracks in the tooth itself, examine it under bright ligh...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Pain After Biting Hard Objects: When to Seek Dental Care
Can I Use Wisdom Tooth Space for Orthodontics After Extraction?
Wisdom teeth issues related to orthodontics? Hello, I had all four of my impacted wisdom teeth extracted 4.5 years ago, and now I want to straighten my teeth. I would like to move my teeth back without undergoing any additional extractions. I would like to ask the doctor if it is...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: The space for tooth alignment requires a lateral cephalometric X-ray for assessment, and calculations must be performed to determine the feasibility. Even if there is sufficient alveolar bone space, it does not necessarily mean that the entire mandibular dentition can be r...[Read More] Can I Use Wisdom Tooth Space for Orthodontics After Extraction?
Understanding Tooth Pain After Root Canal Treatment and Dental Crowns
Pain in a dental crown following root canal treatment and bleeding gums? Hello Doctor, I have been suffering from tooth pain recently. The main issue started with pain in my lower right first molar, which was followed by pain in the corresponding upper tooth (both of these teeth ...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello Ms. Li: It is recommended to return for a follow-up appointment with a dentist to take X-rays and conduct a detailed examination to determine whether there are cracks in the teeth or inflammation of the dental nerve, and then decide on the appropriate treatment. Dr. Tseng G...[Read More] Understanding Tooth Pain After Root Canal Treatment and Dental Crowns
Persistent Salty Yellow Fluid After Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions
After tooth extraction, there has been a continuous discharge of salty yellow fluid from the extraction site? Hello Doctor, I had my upper right second molar extracted on August 5th for orthodontic reasons. During the week following the extraction, I was unaware that I should not...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If you are concerned about the possibility of a communication with the maxillary sinus, it is recommended to obtain a panoramic X-ray or a CT scan. If it is confirmed that there is indeed a rupture of the maxillary sinus, it is advisable to consult with an oral surgeon or ...[Read More] Persistent Salty Yellow Fluid After Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions
Persistent Upper Lip Discomfort After Apical Cyst Treatment: What to Do?
After the treatment of the apical cyst, there is still tenderness in the upper lip? Hello, Doctor. Six to seven years ago, I underwent root canal treatment and had crowns placed on my upper front teeth. However, in January 2022, I developed an apical cyst on the canine tooth on m...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Hello Ms. Cat: It is recommended that if you still feel discomfort in your lips after the apical surgery, you should return for a follow-up appointment with your dentist for further observation. This may include taking X-rays to check if the jawbone is healing as expected. Dr. Ts...[Read More] Persistent Upper Lip Discomfort After Apical Cyst Treatment: What to Do?
Understanding Pinkish Teeth: Causes and Solutions for Dental Sensitivity
The teeth appear light pink? Hello, Doctor. My upper front tooth (tooth number 11) had a chip due to external force a long time ago. It was initially restored with composite resin, but due to a deeper and heavier bite, the resin would not last long and would fall off. After consi...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to observe for about a month. If it is a "reversible" pulpitis, the symptoms will gradually decrease, and once asymptomatic, the all-ceramic crown can be cemented. However, if there is concern that cementing the all-ceramic crown may lead to &qu...[Read More] Understanding Pinkish Teeth: Causes and Solutions for Dental Sensitivity
Understanding Bone Grafting and Periodontal Surgery After Dental Implants
Inquire about periodontal surgery related to dental implants and the issue of bone grafting materials? Hello, I have been receiving dental implants at Hospital A for the past ten years. A few months ago, the crown on my implant fell off, so I went to Hospital B to get a replaceme...
Dr. Zeng Guanghui Reply:
Ms. Eva: If you have just undergone a bone graft procedure, it is advisable to schedule a follow-up appointment to discuss the extent and details with your dentist. Dr. Tseng Guang-Hui, Department of Dentistry, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Bone Grafting and Periodontal Surgery After Dental Implants
Understanding Dental Issues: Cracks, Root Canals, Infections, and Allergies
Dental cleaning infections, how to check for cracked teeth, root canals, toothpaste allergies, and individual constitution? --Regarding Questions on Tooth Fractures and Root Canals-- 1. What examinations can detect tooth fractures in various locations? What are the costs? 2. ...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: If you have already received dental treatment at Taipei Chang Gung or Linkou Chang Gung, it is advisable to follow the diagnosis and treatment plan provided by the dentists at the medical center for your dental issues. For concerns related to dental cleaning infections or ...[Read More] Understanding Dental Issues: Cracks, Root Canals, Infections, and Allergies
Choosing the Right Dental Clinic for Root Canal Treatment After Filling
Choosing a clinic for root canal treatment after dental filling? Hello Doctor: I visited Clinic A for a dental cleaning at the end of June and discovered a cavity in my lower right second molar. The dentist filled it and informed me that the cavity was close to the nerve, and i...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to visit Clinic B and inform them that the lower right second molar is uncomfortable after a filling, and since you have more trust in Clinic B, you would like their physician to assist with the diagnosis and treatment plan. If there is indeed a need for ...[Read More] Choosing the Right Dental Clinic for Root Canal Treatment After Filling
Discomfort and Blisters After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions
Discomfort in the lower jaw and the presence of blisters in the oral cavity after wisdom tooth extraction? Hello Doctor, I had my lower wisdom teeth extracted on July 27th, and for the past week or two, I've been experiencing discomfort in my lower jaw. Sometimes it feels wa...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Bone infections can usually be detected through X-rays. Recurrent blisters are more related to gum infections or minor salivary gland injuries. Symptoms associated with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) issues include limited mouth opening, joint clicking sounds, and muscle so...[Read More] Discomfort and Blisters After Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Causes and Solutions
Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Jaw Discomfort and Oral Blisters Explained
Discomfort in the lower jaw and the presence of blisters in the oral cavity after wisdom tooth extraction? Hello, Doctor. I had my lower wisdom teeth extracted on July 27, and for the past week or two, I've been experiencing discomfort in my lower jaw. Sometimes it feels war...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: Bone infections can usually be detected through X-rays. Recurrent blisters are more related to gum infections or minor salivary gland injuries. Symptoms associated with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) issues include limited mouth opening, clicking sounds in the joint, and mu...[Read More] Post-Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Jaw Discomfort and Oral Blisters Explained
Impacted Wisdom Teeth: Risks of Tooth Loss and Oral Health Concerns
The possibility of tooth loss caused by impacted teeth? I discovered that I had impacted teeth when I was around 20 years old. I found out that I have two impacted teeth, both of which are wisdom teeth located in the lower jaw and closest to the inside. Currently, these two teeth...
Dr. Lin Jiayong Reply:
Hello: The definition of an impacted tooth is a tooth that is non-functional and cannot erupt normally; its removal does not count as tooth loss. Are new teeth growing in deeper within the oral cavity? Is tooth loss causing excessive wear on other teeth? Is poor dental health aff...[Read More] Impacted Wisdom Teeth: Risks of Tooth Loss and Oral Health Concerns