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I feel bumps on the inner surface of my teeth. Is it normal?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a bump on one of my top row teeth (it is located on the inside of the tooth, not noticeable from outside) that seems to be quite hard. I picked at it out of habit thinking it was a piece of food but it seems to be on the tooth. Is this just some uncommon tooth shape or is it som... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. To get a clear idea of your problem, I would like to have a picture of your tooth. As per your description, it could be an anatomical structure in your upper molar which is called 'cusp of Carabelli', which is absolutely normal and you do not need to worry about it. ... Read Full »
I have had persistent pain due to white thrush on my tongue for one month. Why am I getting this?
Query: Hi doctor, I have been suffering from persistent pain due to white thrush on my tongue for one month. So I just want to know why I am getting this? Would you please help me with this? I also have a viral cough, so I am currently using Tablet Amoxicillin. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw your query. I saw the picture attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I will help you solve your doubts. Your tongue looks quite normal, so do not worry. It will not be a serious complication. Check if any teeth are scratching on the tongue. ... Read Full »
Kindly suggest a good treatment for the painful red and white bumps on my tongue.
Query: Hello doctor, I have had red and white bumps on my tongue for the past week. They are painful, sensitive to touch and hurt while eating hot, cold, and spicy food. Thanks. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. The common causes for these localized inflammatory lesions on the tip of your tongue are as follows; 1) Irritation against sharp teeth edges. 2) Accidental burns due to sipping hot liquids. 3) Vitamin deficiency. 4) Minor viral infection. Be... Read Full »
I have a canker sore near my last molar, which hurts while chewing. Should I be worried?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a canker sore behind my last molar at the bottom right side. I have had pain in the region for a couple of weeks. My wisdom teeth have not been taken out. I have intense pain while chewing food or when food touches the sore. I went to the dentist five months back, and she said ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query, and I can understand your concern. It is not a canker sore, but your upper last molar seems to be hitting the gums where the wisdom tooth is coming out. You need to ask your dentist to trim the upper tooth's sharp cusp so that it does not imp... Read Full »
Why does the back of my tooth feel rough?
Query: Hello doctor, About three weeks ago I noticed the backs of only one of my teeth was rough. It has not gotten worse but it has not gotten any less rough after I brush it. On my third tooth forward from my 13 years old molars. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The roughness of back teeth should not be a problem. It could be a reason of aggressive tooth brushing or using any aggressive toothpaste or any trauma. If the same tooth becomes sensitive to cold or hot or sweet food then it should be concerned. If you quickly rub thro... Read Full »
How can I fix the tooth sharpness after dental bonding?
Query: Hello doctor, I am not satisfied with dental bonding done on the front left tooth. Enamel was removed to make room for the composite resin and the enamel is now too thin and feels sharp to the tongue's touch because of this. Shape and feel is not consistent with the natural front right tooth. Is th... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. According to your query, I believe it will be easy to solve that problem you have, just a little bit of enamel sharpness or roughness can usually come from a previous bonded composite filling done especially at anterior teeth. So at that time, you should go to a cosmeti... Read Full »
What causes burning tongue with inflamed red bumps on it?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a burning tongue. I have had the burning sensation for about three weeks. I have small inflamed flat red bumps on the tip of my tongue and it looks smooth but only on the tip of my tongue. I have noticed a thickening on the right side of my tongue where the white line on the ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Swellings over the tongue and buring sensation can be due to tons of reasons. Most of them are quite serious and need immediate attention. But in your case, it might be due to ulceration from the sharp tooth. Kindly feel the lower front teeth and upper and lower t... Read Full »
Can the bumpy spot on my tongue become dangerous?
Query: Hello doctor, I have found this spot on my tongue for the past seven months and for the most part, has not really changed. No symptoms, but can sometimes feel the bumps when I run my finger over it. Does this look like it is a frictional problem or something worse? I am guessing friction based on w... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I had gone through your question and understand your concern. As per your photographs (attachment removed to protect patient identity), it does not look like any severe problem. This could be the friction or irritational in nature due to a sharp tooth edge. This lesion ... Read Full »
What causes white spots on the tongue?
Query: Hi doctor, I have some white spot on my tongue. I researched on the internet and it looks like white oral cancer lesion. Any of your thoughts will be appreciable. I have attached the pictures for your reference. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Most often these types of lesions (attachment removed to protect patient identity) are from frictional keratosis that is a soft tissue becomes tough and white due to continuous friction over time. If you were to go and see an oral surgeon for evaluation and possible bio... Read Full »
I bit the inside of my cheek and now it is swollen. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, For the last two months, I am having small swelling inside the cheek. Also, there is some stiffness in the right throat, but not now. With general surgeon prescription I have used Metrogyl, Diataal, Tinidazole and vitamin tablets. But, still swelling is there and also I am getting some re... Read Full »
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