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Intraoral Periapical Radiograph

Intraoral Periapical Radiograph, otherwise called IOPA, are the most commonly used type of dental X-rays. An IOPA can be used to detect dental infections or decay of the tooth crown, root, and surrounding bone. They can be used to examine three to four adjacent teeth at a time.

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I have a hard bump at the bottom of the mouth. What is it?

Query: Hi doctor, I have a hard bump at the bottom of my mouth, which I noticed a couple of days ago. I am not sure if it is something to be concerned about. It is hard and hurts little if I touch it. Not sure what it is or why I have it?   Read Full »


Dr. Rakshana Devi M

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Good morning. I hope you are well. Thank you for approaching icliniq. I saw your query and saw the picture attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I will help you to solve your doubts. Certain people will have ulcers and bumps like this due to improp...  Read Full »

My 4-year-old kid's front upper teeth got hit by the edge of a door and became loose. What to do?

Query: Hi doctor, My 4-year-old kid's front upper teeth got hit by the edge of a door. The gum and the upper lip had swelling. But it is almost gone. There is little pain when touching the teeth and the gum. Today when I saw it, the teeth were slightly loose. My question is, if the teeth is slightly loose ...  Read Full »


Dr. Rakshana Devi M

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Good morning. I hope you are well. Thank you for approaching icliniq. I saw your query. I will help you solve the issue. If the teeth become loose, then the teeth have to be extracted. There is no need to worry about it because the front teeth are the primary ...  Read Full »

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