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Answered by Dr. Smitha Chowdary Yalavarthy

Is it possible to whiten teeth using toothpaste?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First, see if the yellow shade is because of the calculus or your teeth shade is yellow. If it is plaque or calculus then you need to go to a dentist and get oral prophylaxis done. If the shade of your enamel is as such then do not bother much because there will be so many shades in enamel and do not try to change that to white. Glizer toothpaste might help you before occasions.

May 28, 2025

What causes painless black crack inside cheek in a smoker?

Hi, Welcome back to icliniq.com. I read and understand your concern. That is an ulcer caused due to biting (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Apply Orafast gel on that and it will heal in three to four days. That is not an issue but please do not smoke.

September 26, 2024

How can I get rid of my yellowish teeth and bad breath?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Why did you never visit a dentist for your problem? Your problem is calculus formed on the teeth and gums which contains millions of bacteria, that is why you have bad breath, and you have yellowish teeth. Go to a dentist immediately and get your teeth cleaned. Otherwise, the calculus may eat your gums, and your teeth will become loose. Do not delay, do it quickly, and message me after you get your teeth cleaned.

January 17, 2024

I am adviced to remove my wisdom tooth for my jaw stiffness. Please advice on my OPG.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your wisdom tooth on both sides of your lower if you observe are at the angle of your jaw where there will be movement when you open the mouth causing stiffness. And in the second point is there are no adverse effects if you get rid of your wisdom tooth. Your brush cannot reach there. You will not be able to chew on them.

September 15, 2019

What could be the reason for pain in the filled tooth?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Firstly it is not a premolar but a deciduous molar, as premolars are absent in baby's dentition. And please check if the baby is having sensitivity or pain. There is a small difference between the two, which we can differentiate while a baby cannot. If the cavity is deep then even after a filling, the tooth turns out to be sensitive for hot or cold foods.

August 31, 2019

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