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I have a small hole in the middle of my tooth. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a small hole in the middle of my tooth and the top of my tooth. I do not have any other symptoms. The only medication I am taking is a multivitamin. What should I do? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per the explanation, it looks like a tooth decay but does not look deep. So my suggestion is to consult a dentist and get evaluated and if the decay is superficial then filling of the tooth with a tooth-colored filling material will prevent further decaying. Inves... Read Full »
My daughter has a severe toothache. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, My daughter is having a strong toothache. I looked into her tooth and found something gray in between two of her upper teeth. It looks awful and I do not know what it can be. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have viewed the image (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and the pain is appearing to be due to tooth decay. Consult a dentist and get examined, also get an X-ray done. If the decay is not reaching the nerves then a filling is sufficient. If the decay... Read Full »
Can an infection in tooth and lymph node spread to brain?
Query: Hi doctor, I have had some pain and sensitivity in the upper right back tooth for a while now. I am not sure when it started. I did not think much of it until a few days ago when my gums right around those teeth got very inflamed and tender. It looked like there were two black spots on the gums, whi... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for the query. First of all, do not worry, as infections reaching brain from tooth infection is very rare, and you need not to worry about it at all. It can an infected lymph node. Consult your dentist and get evaluated. He can take an x-ray of your tooth. You c... Read Full »
What is the fastest way to cure toothache at home?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a severe toothache. I have tried clove on it but that only takes the pain away for 2 to 3 minutes and my tooth is rotted and another tooth is growing out of it. What is the fastest way to cure it at home now? Also, do you think they can put me to sleep and then take the decayed... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Home remedies will not give long-lasting relief from pain, therefore you should consult a dentist and get evaluated. A combination of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory painkillers like Ibuprofen can help in reducing infection and also relieve pain. The tooth can be remo... Read Full »
I have decayed teeth and a sore behind them. Is it due to periodontitis?
Query: Hello doctor,I have a tooth in the right top of my mouth at the very back that has been falling apart and is now more than half gone. On the left side in the same area, this is also starting to take place. There is a small sore directly behind the most decayed tooth, which seems to be where most of ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your query and concern. Well, your tooth decay can be due to poor oral hygiene, and in case, if it is due to a stomach ailment, then it can be probably due to an acid reflux problem that can cause erosion of teeth. The periodontal problem can cause gum recessio... Read Full »
I am a 22-year-old with a decayed molar tooth causing pain. How to treat it?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 22-year-old, and I have tooth decay in my molars. I have been avoiding it for quite a long time. I am very scared of visiting a dentist, the tooth is almost gone, and I guess the nerves have become prominent. I am experiencing light pain every time, and I can not chew food from ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. If the tooth is completely gone or if the crown of the tooth is already lost, then you need to get the tooth removed. If there is decay, an X-ray must be done to rule out the exact nature of the decay and to see if the tooth can be saved. If t... Read Full »
I got a cavity filled last month and experiencing dryness in my mouth. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I had a cavity filled last month. It started hurting me, and though the pain subsided, I now experience the sensation of clenching my teeth and a very dry mouth. What could be the reason for this? And how can I resolve the issue of dryness in my mouth?Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Well, cavity filling does not cause dry mouth; in only one case, it can cause dry mouth; that is an allergic reaction to the filling material, but it is very rare. Other causes that commonly cause dry mouth are: Severe de... Read Full »
Do I need to get the infected teeth removed?
Query: Hello doctor, My dentist said that I should remove both teeth in the photo due to them being infected. Both the teeth have their nerves removed and one is broken. I would like to ask for a second opinion as I worry that I will have issues with chewing after the removal due to the position of the te... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have viewed your X-ray (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It looks very clear that the teeth are infected and the root canal treatment that is done is not appropriate. The teeth need to be re-treated or removed but the line of treatment depends on cert... Read Full »