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Can improper use of desensitizers by dentists cause cancer?
Query: Hello doctor, I had a filling done two months back on the upper molar but complained of cold sensitivity. I have plaque on my upper teeth, including the molar, which has a filling. My dentist applied a desensitizer without cleaning the plaque on the upper teeth. First, he air dried my upper and then... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. The desensitizer's ability to be carcinogenic is not true. I agree that your dentist should have cleaned the tooth of plaque and tartar deposit completely before applying the sensitizer. However, without the prelimin... Read Full »
How does Orajel help in referred pain in canines?
Query: Hello doctor,I am due to have a root canal next week. I went to my dentist because of terrible pain in my lower right teeth. Primarily sensitive to hot and cold. She performed a cold test on my second molar from the back, and I reacted. So she said I needed a root canal treatment and crown.However, ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. The root canal is for the second molar for which the doctor did the cold test, am I right? And from when you started getting referred pain? Is it after this cold test? Parafunctional habits like nighttime grinding or bruxism can wear o... Read Full »