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What can be done to bring down swelling associated with tooth pain and dislodged filling?
Query: Hello doctor, For the past three days, I have had severe tooth pain and swelling. My filling fell out and it has started to decay to the point that I only have half a tooth and a giant hole where food is constantly getting stuck. The swelling is so bad I can only describe it as it looks as if I am h... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is a swelling. It means that it still has an infection. Please do not use a warm application in infection side. You need a dental check up as soon as possible. Your dentist will take an X-ray and see the infected area after he or she decides treatment (either r... Read Full »
Why is there severe pain in a permanently filled tooth?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a problem with the tooth that was decayed. A few days back it was cleaned and had permanent fillings on the first upper molar. However, on the same night, felt a slight pain when I touched the tooth or ate, which became more prominent the next day, and woke up with severe pain o... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.You need a professional assistance as soon as possible. There may be two possibilities. The first one is carries may be present in the deep part of the tooth which is causing the problem, in this condition you need root canal treatment. The second one may be the height... Read Full »
What treatment should I take for cavities in teeth?
Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering from cavities since childhood. And have got four teeth removed by the dentist. My age is 25 years old. What suitable treatment should I take for cavities? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. To avoid dental caries, the most effective thing is proper oral hygiene. It means brush two times a day using floss, clean your tongue in a proper way. After that, we come to the treatment part. The best thing when you see a single black dot in your tooth, see your d... Read Full »
How can I maintain oral hygiene after an RCT that is due?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 18 years old, and I have had four fillings due to severe decays; and I will be getting a root canal on another tooth. Also, I am getting two teeth removed. I am very scared, and right now, I believe my teeth are messed up and can never change. Do you have any advice on how I can l... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do not worry, and I appreciate that you are so careful about your oral health. The first thing is maintaining your oral hygiene is key to your oral health. Brushing your teeth twice with proper brushing technique, one-time flossing, changing your brush at least every... Read Full »