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I have a nasal infection with yellow mucus and an awful odor. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I have a broken tooth in my gums, and the parts left are seen in black. I also have a bad nose infection with yellowish mucus and an awful odor. I am confused about whether this infection relates to the tooth or something else. Sometimes I can push air up through the tooth, which bubble... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Based on the image (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), it is evident that they are root stumps. Almost all the major portion of the tooth has gone due to decay, and only the root pa... Read Full »
What is the treatment for painful retained root of a tooth?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a tooth which is gone but the root is still there. It is super sore. The pain is unbearable and put Anbesol, Orajel, Ibuprofen, Advil, Aspirin, tried it all. What should I try to do now? Can I just pull it out? Do I have to go to a doctor or dentist? What will they do for me th... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have got your problem. As there is root piece left inside, then definitely you should go to the nearby dentist to get it extracted soon. As there are pain and swelling, it means that the root piece is infected. So you need to get it removed as soon as possible. Dentis... Read Full »
Few of my roots were not removed during extraction of my tooth. Should I be concerned?
Query: Hi doctor, I have to get a surgery done out of town as the roots of my teeth are long. But currently, I am unable to go there. The dentist was unable to remove one of my teeth, and its roots are broken. What do I do? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, We welcome you to the icliniq.com family. I appreciate the confidence you place in me for your healthcare consultation. Please specify which tooth was extracted and the reason for extraction too. But as you said roots are inside the bone, there are different modalities that we have to do depen... Read Full »
Why is there a pimple-type bump seen on the lower gums on the left side?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a pimple type bump on the left side in my mouth on the lower gums for the last ten days. There is no pain in the pimple but it pains while eating at the teeth present in the back which are used for chewing. I take medicines for BP, brain, and cholesterol. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. I am very sorry for the discomfort. As a specialist, I am here to help you. Kindly upload an image of the painful tooth. I would like to see the (pimple area), whether it is a sinus tract. I suspect periapical abscess. Kindly Mention the n... Read Full »
Why do swelling in gums occur post root stump extraction?
Query: Hello doctor, I had seven teeth extracted today, just the roots. Anyway, over two of the teeth the dentist said there was an infection. I did not get any antibiotics, but she cleaned the area after. There is a lot of swelling in that area, and the gums are real red and like an ulcer. But not much ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the photos. (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Nothing to worry about. For the swelling give cold pack from the outside of the extraction area. Do not spit or rinse the mouth for a day. Drink lots of water to keep yourself hydrated. Do not... Read Full »
Is there a possibilty for the bones to break while removing the roots of the teeth?
Query: Hello doctor, Is it difficult for a dentist to remove the roots of the teeth that are broken off at the gum line? And will it be painful when they do it? I think the ones are teeth 12, 13, 16, 26, and 27. If there are any chances for the bones to get broken while they do it? How will they get the... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do not be scared at all. This should be dentist's headache, not yours. All you need to know is that you should take a proper meal at least half an hour before you go for your appointment because after the extraction you will be on a soft diet for a day and should av... Read Full »
My root canal treatment material has fallen out after three years of treatment. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 25-year-old woman. Three years ago, I had a root canal, and it fell out today now. It is a hole, and the tooth around the gums do I need to get it looked at also is there anything I can do at home to make sure nothing gets infected inside of the hole. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, you need to get that remaining part called root stump extracted. There must be a hole in which chances of food lodgement are there. Till you get it removed, you have to take care to avoid food lodgement there and protect the area from infections. After you get i... Read Full »
What is the black pointy substance sticking out of my gums of the root canal failed tooth?
Query: Hi doctor, I have done a root canal before few years. But it fell off, and nothing has been there for a few years. This morning, when I woke up, I saw a black pointy substance sticking out on my gum. What is it? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). On looking your tooth and after going through your complaint, there is a retained root piece. It is left behind there. There is nothing to worry. You need to extract it soon from your d... Read Full »