Medical Advice on "Dentistry"

Can molars be pushed in the site of extracted wisdom tooth to create space for braces?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all, you have to understand the fact that not all wisdom teeth are functional. What I mean is most of the wisdom teeth are removed not to create space but it does not serve the purpose to chew well instead of ha...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Geeth Sadasivam

I get severe pain in the ongoing root canal treated tooth. Does it imply non removal of nerves?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The number of sittings in the root canal procedure depends on the amount and extent of infection. If the infection is more, the tooth is opened up and medicated dressing is given to reduce ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Beryl Fredrick

Accidental hit in chin caused hole between chin and gums. Does it need to be sutured?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read through your complaint and the relevant details. But I am not able to see the pictures you have attached. (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The format does not support the files to open only. ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Geeth Sadasivam

What causes swelling behind the last tooth?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I think you are having infection in the area and it got swollen. It may be due to food impaction or decay in the area. You should ask your dentist to either do a small surgery to remove the inflamed flap...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Naveen Thomas

What are the ways to treat black spot in teeth?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The most common cause of black spots on tooth is cavity or tooth decay. Unfortunately, there is not any medicines or home remedy that could stop the progression or cure tooth decay. This can...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Beryl Fredrick

Will wisdom tooth erupt at the age of 13?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Most third molars or wisdom teeth grow half erupted or becomes impacted in most populations. Sometimes, normally erupting teeth can cause pain and swelling. This could probably be your second molar tooth. We will have...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Beryl Fredrick

What is periodontitis and how can it be treated?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Any history of previous braces treatment? Smoking history? Any systemic diseases? Under any long term medication usage? I have gone through your OPG (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Looks like you h...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Beryl Fredrick

What is the powdery substance in my lower front teeth?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and have gone through your clinical picture. (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Please do not be tensed. This can be treated. White powder substance in your lower front toot...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Beryl Fredrick

My upper incisor hurts only when I touch. Could it be due to sinus problem?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read through your complaint and the relevant details. Pain on pressure is a clear sign of an infection deep in the roots of your upper incisors. It could be mostly because of a forgotten trauma or assault you had...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Geeth Sadasivam

What causes ulcer in the mouth frequently?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It could be a common aphthous ulcer also know as canker sore. It has various causative factors such as deficiency of vitamin, hormonal imbalance, psychological reasons such as stress, some kind of allergy such as for ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Beryl Fredrick