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Why am I having a bad taste in my mouth after scaling?
Query: Hi doctor, I had a dental examination and scaling done last week. After that, I had a very bad bitter or metallic taste in my mouth when I ate or drank along with a stinging sensation on my tongue. I also had sensitivity in my teeth. The only difference during this visit was an ultrasonic scaler was... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Because of the irritation and vibrations of the ultrasonic scalers, sometimes, the salivary glands become hyperactive and secrete bicarbonate to counteract any acidic ion present in the mouth. Till now, you will be apprehensive. You can feel it. Do not get panic. Nerve ... Read Full »
How to fix my receded gums without grafting?
Query: Hello doctor, The dentist said I should get my bottom two front teeth looked at by a periodontal expert but I wanted to get a second opinion first. My bottom teeth have receded due to having a tongue ring previously. How can I fix this without doing a bridge and gum grafting? The doctor also said th... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and here is what I suggest you. It is not necessary to pull your teeth out but you need to have your tongue ring removed. The probable cause for your problem may be a mechanical recession by the tongue ring. The probable diagnosis can b... Read Full »
Why do I have bad breath when waking up in the morning?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a bad breath problem. I really feel a bad breath in my mouth when I wake up early in the morning. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I had gone through your question. I can understand your concern. There are two main general reasons for halitosis (bad breath) related to oral cavity or teeth and the second one is related to the stomach. For oral cavity related you need to check for any cavity, accumulat... Read Full »
How to clean my stained teeth?
Query: Hi doctor, My teeth have become yellow. I also have stains on my teeth. I am trying to reduce the stains by cleaning the teeth. What can be done? Do you recommend any toothpaste or whitener? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Consult a dentist and get a dental scaling (oral prophylaxis) done. It will clear your calculus or stains. Also, get dental bleaching done by a dentist, which will make your teeth to look white and shiny. You can also use toothpaste with ingredients Sodium monofluoropho... Read Full »