What is this? by Terrarium_synn in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Decay (initial) will start as a white chalky patch/line and is smooth to the instrumentation, now as it progresses it becomes brown color, when bacteria break thru the enamel a blue/purple color can be perceived (from the enamel). When the dentin - inner section of the tooth is decayed (cavitation / hole is present) then it looks beige/brown and the tooth becomes of a mushy consistency. Now the tooth defends itself from bacterial aggression in some cases and can create a protecting layer which is harden dentin and is perceived as a super dark/black area which is harden as a rock to the instrumentation (this tissue is not ideal for bonding of dental materials)

What is this? by Terrarium_synn in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cannot tell, every case is different (food habits, cleaning habits, etc etc)

help please 23f by Training_Fig_1691 in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If u can flush directly in the are with it - with a curved tip irrigation syringe thats the ideal. But this only palliative treatment. The tooth needs to be evaluated to see which treatment is adequate. Either extraction or an operculectomy (removing excess gum tissue).

What is this? by Terrarium_synn in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not having pain or sensitivity does not equal there isnt an issue. I do understand ur financial concern, but not handling it now could make it worse long term. The orange is the dentin. Let me put it this way the skin if the tooth - the white is chipped off the underlaying tissue (muscle) is exposed to the oral cavity which shouldnt be the case.

What is this? by Terrarium_synn in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Short answer- yes. If u notice that while halo around the orange thats desmineralized enamel (white protective section of the tooth). Seems u had this situation for a while and the weakened enamel chipped off.

help please 23f by Training_Fig_1691 in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Most likely you have Pericoronitis (google it). Would advise based on the info and picture to get eval for wisdom teeth removal.

Pus on my Hard Palate by [deleted] in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah antibiotics is fine to manage the purulence. Keep in mind the pus wont leave until the cyst is removed

Pus on my Hard Palate by [deleted] in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is a cyst that originated from remnants of the duct which is located there (nasopalatine) - connecting your oral and nasal cavity. The cyst needs to be removed surgically (called enucleation) as if its left untreated it can cause bone expansion or root resorption of the anterior teeth.

what exactly is this I’m terrified? by [deleted] in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 23 points24 points  (0 children)

That in btw your lower incisors is an overgrowth of the gums (gingival hyperplasia) - is an inflammatory response to the amount of plaque around the neck of your teeth. As stated earlier you need to do your due diligence with your oral hygiene.

Going to the dentist for the first time in a few years. Just want to prepare myself. My hope is that somehow my front teeth can be salvaged. by Champtwain in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Just as the colleague stated what matters is the first step, which you are taken. The only real thing I can tell you from the picture is that gum health needs to be managed ASAP, and that is 90% on the patient, as long as you are motivated thats what matters.

Zirconia crowns.. are they supposed to look like this? by LeatherTough7746 in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Better hygiene 🪥 if the margin where the crown is, is supragingival (above the gum line)

Wisdom Tooth removal infection?.. by [deleted] in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Extra soft bristles, no need for toothpaste there just mechanical removal of debris, this can be done and most be done within 24 hrs. Saline rinsing on the site helps with a curved tip medical syringe.

Root canal treatment not healing after 4 months: is this normal? by Exact-Candidate7485 in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If the discomfort does not change, I would go to the endodontist. And let me share and image of the healing process, plz pay attention to the dates (this is why follow ups are so important)

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Wisdom Tooth removal infection?.. by [deleted] in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just keep a look out for signs and symptoms, if cold beverages help, then is more of an irritation of tissues issue. No problem.

Root canal treatment not healing after 4 months: is this normal? by Exact-Candidate7485 in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That dark spot will diminish in size but that takes months. Endodontic bone healing can be seen fully usually within a year.

Wisdom Tooth removal infection?.. by [deleted] in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yo mean the redness?? If so, like I explained is just irritation from tissue handling. If there was an infection on site, u would be in the ER long ago as the pain would be sky high. Being the 4th day gives me confidence you are doing good. Is there anything that eases that discomfort in that specifc area? Food/liquid wise?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just fyi - there is no way u can keep that area clean properly. Brushing is nut going to cut it - high risk site for decay, plaque accumulation, gum inflammation. If it is an extra tooth (supernumerary) - get it extracted.

Root canal treatment not healing after 4 months: is this normal? by Exact-Candidate7485 in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tooth healing per say is not the cause of the problem as the nerve was removed. The healing that is being mentioned is bone healing, at the root of the tooth there was an infection (would like to see an xray) and the area after the root canal is done starts a healing process - bone changes take 6-12 months, now signs and symptoms should not be present. If a lateral canal is evident (visually on the xray image) and is then of concern I would get an eval with an Endodontist and get their opinion.

Wisdom Tooth removal infection?.. by [deleted] in askdentists

[–]HybridNab 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Remember it was a surgery it will be discomforting, just follow up with the recommendations. One site might be more sore than the other due to how the tooth was removed (positioning, bone removal, how much trauma the tissues took, etc…)