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Asked for female, 34 years old from Valsad
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I understand that you're experiencing tooth pain above your right gum and it started two days ago at midnight. While I cannot diagnose your specific condition or provide medical advice, I can offer some general information and suggest some initial steps you can take.
Possible causes of the pain:
pulpitis: this is inflammation of the inner soft tissue of the tooth (pulp), often caused by a cavity or infection. Pulpitis can cause sharp, throbbing pain that may worsen at night.
Periodon...more
Possible causes of the pain:
pulpitis: this is inflammation of the inner soft tissue of the tooth (pulp), often caused by a cavity or infection. Pulpitis can cause sharp, throbbing pain that may worsen at night.
Periodon...more
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Asked for female, 30 years old from new delhi
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Tooth fillings explained: durability, precautions, side effects, and more
I understand you have many questions about tooth fillings, and i'm happy to help! here's a breakdown of your concerns:
durability:
the lifespan of a tooth filling depends on several factors, including:
material: amalgam fillings generally last 7-20 years, while tooth-colored composite fillings typically last 5-15 years. Gold fillings are the most durable, lasting up to 25 years or more.
Placement and si...more
I understand you have many questions about tooth fillings, and i'm happy to help! here's a breakdown of your concerns:
durability:
the lifespan of a tooth filling depends on several factors, including:
material: amalgam fillings generally last 7-20 years, while tooth-colored composite fillings typically last 5-15 years. Gold fillings are the most durable, lasting up to 25 years or more.
Placement and si...more
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Asked for female, 30 years old from Delhi
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Decay in a tooth is removable. The space left inside the tooth after the decay is removed is a cavity. That cavity can be restored in multiple ways depending upon the extent of loss of tooth structure.
Extraction of a tooth will cause movement of the adjacent and opposing teeth leading to tipping and loss of space. It would be advisable to save a strong tooth as far as possible.
Extraction of a tooth will cause movement of the adjacent and opposing teeth leading to tipping and loss of space. It would be advisable to save a strong tooth as far as possible.
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Ipc done in a tooth should stimulate the formation of secondary tooth tissue which will be evident on radiograph by 3 months and if there is no barrier formation then chances of pulpal infection are more and pdl widening is an indication of this, if it wasn't there before. The tooth pulp may undergo slow degenerative process leading to the increase in the amount of infection, which may be a cause of concern but your dentist will observe your tooth closely to tell the right time to intervene for ...more
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Asked for male, 27 years old from Delhi
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I understand you're experiencing unbearable tooth pain due to a cavity for the past three days, and pain medication hasn't provided relief. This sounds very uncomfortable and requires immediate attention. Here's what I can do to help:
1. Seek urgent dental care: given the severity of the pain and lack of response to medication, seeking immediate dental care is crucial. Delaying professional intervention could worsen the situation and lead to serious complications. Don't hesitate to visit an ...more
1. Seek urgent dental care: given the severity of the pain and lack of response to medication, seeking immediate dental care is crucial. Delaying professional intervention could worsen the situation and lead to serious complications. Don't hesitate to visit an ...more
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Asked for male, 17 years old from Hyderabad
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All food & drink containing sugar, sticky food, dry mouth, improper oral hygiene that includes improper brushing, flossing, & tongue cleaning can cause tooth decay. Kindly consult a dentist in person for further suggestion. We need more investigations with clinical examination to decide upon treatment. You may need artificial enamel filling. Advance procedures can be done with laser. Dental tips: - visit a dentist every six months for cleaning and a thorough dental check-up. Limit sugary food to...more
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Asked for female, 37 years old from Kolkata
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I understand your need for information about filling a cavity! to give you the most accurate answer about cost and time, i'll need some additional details:
1. Location of the cavity: knowing the location of the cavity (front tooth, back tooth, etc.) helps determine the complexity of the filling and its associated cost and time.
2. Size and depth of the cavity: similarly, the size and depth of the cavity influence the procedure's difficulty and length.
3. Type of filling material: opt...more
1. Location of the cavity: knowing the location of the cavity (front tooth, back tooth, etc.) helps determine the complexity of the filling and its associated cost and time.
2. Size and depth of the cavity: similarly, the size and depth of the cavity influence the procedure's difficulty and length.
3. Type of filling material: opt...more
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I understand your concern about the bleeding gums near your deep cavity in the lower back molar. Unfortunately, I cannot provide medical advice or diagnose your situation. However, I can offer some general information and suggest the next steps you should take:
possible causes of bleeding gums:
inflammation from the deep cavity: the bacteria in the cavity can irritate the surrounding gums, leading to inflammation and bleeding.
Gum disease: bleeding gums can also be a symptom of...more
I understand your concern about the bleeding gums near your deep cavity in the lower back molar. Unfortunately, I cannot provide medical advice or diagnose your situation. However, I can offer some general information and suggest the next steps you should take:
possible causes of bleeding gums:
inflammation from the deep cavity: the bacteria in the cavity can irritate the surrounding gums, leading to inflammation and bleeding.
Gum disease: bleeding gums can also be a symptom of...more
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Asked for male, 28 years old from Azamgarh
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