Dental - March 2007

I've a lower molar which was already filled many years ago. There is no pain or trouble at this moment, but as it does not look nice because of the fillings and to prevent further or future decay. Crowning is said to prevent or protect from future decay of the tooth. Is it good to place a crown on it, can I skip the root canal treatment since there is no pain or trouble on the tooth at this moment??? Will it give any trouble in future and for many years down the road, if there is no root canal treatment on the tooth???

Also, drinking cola and sugary beverages (like hot chocolate, milk & cereal, which usually have sugar content) are bad for teeth as these often causes the tooth decay. Will rinsing the mouth with tapwater (without brushing as no food intake) prevent the decay?? (I do at least 2 brushings and 1 flossing per day, however, I do need to take these beverages in between meals).

Will anyone please give good suggestion and advice. Thanking you in advance.

2007-03-29 16:39:48 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Long time ago, my dentist cleaned the cavity in may toth and He said cavity is too deep also it has a crack to nerves, he should use a material which compatible with nerves, and give a less uncomfort. And also nerves may retract by time. it's %50 chance. its done and worked. What is the name of that material? anybody know?

2007-03-29 16:07:26 · 6 answers · asked by Newestbie 2

I had a root canal and a pocelain crown placed in approxiamtely 3 years ago. Recently, it bacame loose (i knew because i was chewing on that side and it popped off. I have a dominant side when I chew and the crown popped off was not in that side. My question is how long can crowns last in your mouth? My dentist told me that approx 10 years (I also have another one thath has been in for about that time without becoming loose from the same doctor). Should I tell my dentist and will she do it for a reduced price since it seems like it was her fault (since it loosened prematurely)? I dont see a reason for the loosening considering I barely use that side to chew. Any help would be appreciated.

P.S. I'm not in pain or discomfort, just crown pops off at the most inopportune times.

2007-03-29 15:42:07 · 5 answers · asked by Negrita Linda 3

like for example your incisors, canine, premolars, molars and etc.

2007-03-29 15:06:44 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

he has an infection in his gums for about 25 years so he went and seen 3 different dentist they all said pull them all and get dentures. should he worry about the pain and poor speech he will have? as well as how long should the pain last then do you think he can get dentures sized for his gums shortly after or will there be lots of swelling

2007-03-29 12:38:49 · 4 answers · asked by roldanbobbie2000 1

Has anyone used them? Are they worth the money? Thanks! :]

2007-03-29 10:09:00 · 7 answers · asked by hey its me :] 3

2007-03-29 09:32:58 · 24 answers · asked by T F 2

I have a dry socket in my upper back part of my mouth. This is day 3 for a dressing change, and is not really getting much better. Will this dressing fall out? I go back tomorrow for another change. But can I eat, and drink without it falling out? What kind of food?

2007-03-29 07:26:29 · 8 answers · asked by Renee R 1

I am not asking this question for my baby, I am student and I need to fill this quize as arly as possible so please HELP ME if any DENTIST Is available here. PLZ help me to solve this query.

2007-03-29 03:21:50 · 5 answers · asked by rachna_s83 1

2007-03-28 22:17:17 · 3 answers · asked by tcblue3 1

i see these commercials and all the toothpaste are recommended by dentist but i really want to know what do dentist really recomend

2007-03-28 19:02:22 · 11 answers · asked by ELI 1

I just took out my tongue ring because obviously it doesn't help my teeth. I use Rembrandt whitening strips. I just recently started flossing daily and brushing 3x instead of the pathetic once or twice.

2007-03-28 18:39:10 · 9 answers · asked by Ireney Weeney Beany Poo 2

2007-03-28 18:23:31 · 2 answers · asked by Alawisious J 1

i want a decent tasting one that doesnt burn and/or a good tooth paste, whitening strip, mouth wast, gum ect. that is good at whitening. ideas?

2007-03-28 18:07:48 · 5 answers · asked by Bob Marlee 3

I just got spacers. They are killing my gums! I took Advil to stop the pain, but its not working. What should I do? Help me!!

2007-03-28 16:47:39 · 3 answers · asked by sarahbearacat11 1

I'm going to Mexico on vacation soon, specifically to Cozumel. I've been there before so I know we will be provided with a bottle of purified water in the bathroom. I recently had to have dentures fitted and I have found that warm water is best for cleaning the denture adhesive off the false teeth. When I go to Cozumel am I ok to use the warm tap water to clean the dentures as long as I rinse them with mouthwash afterwards? Or should I stick to the purified water provided. I don't want to get any nasty tummy bugs, managed to avoid them last time we were there.

2007-03-28 15:45:17 · 2 answers · asked by Sandtone 3

im 12 years old and my permanent tooth is wiggling JUST A LITTLE BIT not that muchh but it feels as fi it will fall out but when i say it wiggles VERYY little i mean very little and like how do i prevent it from wiggling even more so it wont come out.. except for goin to the doctors (: and by the way my tooth is wiggling because i got elbowed while playing bball so yeah

ok thanks.. answers please

2007-03-28 15:08:57 · 4 answers · asked by Raymond L 1

i had the same configuration of braces on for two years because my mom had some issues paying.I am not getting a retainer for a little while, and i was wondering if the having the same teeth postition for two years will kind of act like a retainer?

2007-03-28 15:08:03 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have recently been to the dentist for pain on my lower left molar area. After xrays the dentist told me there was no sign of a cavity there but i do have deep fillings on those teeth. He said that i need a root canal. My second to last tooth on the left lower side is extremely sensitive when i poke my finger at the gum line/ tooth line. It feels like a nerves shooting when i poke at the gum/tooth line. What could this mean. I dont like pain and i really dont want a root canal or extraction. Help!

2007-03-28 15:01:54 · 6 answers · asked by jules 1

so when i was little i got a cavitiy in one my teeth in tha back ya know. so i got a filling right. so about a year ago,i wake up and the filling is gone[[i only noticed cuz there was a whole in my tooth!]]. anyways...so now where the filling was,the remaining part of that tooth keeps chipping and breaking off. so pretty much theres a big whole in my tooth :( and now...it's got a cavitiy back where the filling was!!! well not sure if its a cavitiy or what...but i cant eat on that side especially sugary stufff.

so idk like how much would it costs to like...fix it or refill it or w/e? like,w/o insurance? plus i have lik 7-9 other cavitites...so yeah...

2007-03-28 14:52:48 · 8 answers · asked by akay 2

2007-03-28 14:44:02 · 4 answers · asked by Vanilla Face 2

2007-03-28 14:35:44 · 5 answers · asked by Kristyn 2

what really works? and something that is not too expensive, i am still in highschool i cant spend that much mother wont let me.

2007-03-28 14:35:07 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-28 14:33:03 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I need help with my wisdom tooth. It's growing out and it hurts. ALOT! Does anyone have any suggestions to help ease the pain?

PS - I've already tried warm water with salt, it eases the pain for half an hour, but comes back.

2007-03-28 14:20:24 · 10 answers · asked by adalekstazchuck 1

2007-03-28 14:20:04 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

My gums are starting to receed and I just bought a waterpik.It feels great and cleans my gums very well,but will it possibly make my gums receed more because of the constant water pressure.Is it recommended daily or every once in a while?Please help!

2007-03-28 14:02:08 · 2 answers · asked by charles 4

I liked to chew gum on occasion, but now that I have braces, I don't know if its okay or not. I tried googling it, but I only come up with some sites saying it's okay to chew gum and it helps your teeth move faster, while others say its bad and it'll pull the bracket off....

So, which is the truth? I know lots of people say its bad, but is it REALLY that bad? If its not recommended, do tell me....I don't want to wear these darn things more than I already have to XD

2007-03-28 13:59:38 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

Im 15 and I was in a car accident when I was 3 and became paralyzed, so you can probably guess I have been like... terrified of needles ever since. Doesnt matter what kind of needle it is, I hate them all.I found out I had a few cavities. And im afraid of the needle pinch when I get my cavities filled. So if I get "laughing gas", will I still feel the needle pinch? How much would I feel it?

2007-03-28 13:59:16 · 6 answers · asked by Doll Face 4

I am getting my wisdom teeth out on Friday and i was wondering if anyone new some soft foods I could eat that would not hurt my gums. All I can think of is pudding and yogurt!

2007-03-28 13:51:04 · 5 answers · asked by dogtreats100 2