http://www.netwellness.org/healthtopics/dentistry/ Latest NetWellness content for Dental and Oral Health (Adults) en-us Copyright 2007 NetWellness.org Fri, 05 Feb 2010 03:12:07 PST http://www.netwellness.org/images/logo/nwlogosmall.gif http://www.netwellness.org/healthtopics/dentistry/ <b>Question</b>: Hi, I did use Whitestrips (pro-effect) and the result was satisfactory. My question is, if I need them again, will they damage enamel or have any other negative effect on my teeth? <p></p> <p></p><p><b>Answer</b>: White-strips are safe and effective if used per manufacturer's directions. They do not damage enamel as long as directions are followed. Wearing them every day for months would not be ideal. <p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Wendy Moore RDH, EFDA, BS, MS, Dental and Oral Health (Adults) http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/77365.htm Wendy Moore RDH, EFDA, BS, MS Tue, 02 Feb 2010 12:02:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/77365.htm <b>Question</b>: i have a root connale done like sum years back but i have this nasty taste from it my gum irratates at time and sum time it make my ear hurt so can you help me with my problem <p></p><p><b>Answer</b>: <div>Thank you for visiting NetWellness. On this site, NetWellness experts try to answer general questions about health. Only a health professional performing a thorough clinical exam is able to evaluate your symptoms. However, NetWellness may have some general information available that you can acc . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Melissa Drum DDS, MS, Dental and Oral Health (Adults) http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/77119.htm Melissa Drum DDS, MS Tue, 19 Jan 2010 23:01:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/77119.htm <b>Question</b>: Can jaw pain and severe headaches be caused by dental infection and if so an antibiotics are prescribed, how long after starting antibiotics should pain subside? <p><b>Answer</b>: Yes. A dental infection can cause jaw pain and headaches. Antibiotics will help by decreasing the infection, but the source of the infection needs to be addressed for long-term relief. The tooth may need a root canal or extraction to get rid of the source. <br /><br />As far as how long until the an . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Daniel Reed DDS, Dental and Oral Health (Adults) http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/77101.htm Daniel Reed DDS Mon, 18 Jan 2010 18:01:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/77101.htm <b>Question</b>: I had a wisdom tooth pulled and soon after I believed I have a bony exostosis growth form on the inside of my right gum line. It irritates me, my tongue and gums and times I have pain. What causes this? I had two other wisdom teeth pull pulled before this and never had this problem. Is this because . . .<p><b>Answer</b>: <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><meta name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><link rel="File-List" href="file:///C:%5CDOCUME%7E1%5Ckkleman%5CLOCALS%7E1%5CTemp%5Cms . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: David Hall DDS, Dental and Oral Health (Adults) http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/77068.htm David Hall DDS Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:01:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/77068.htm <b>Question</b>: i been to two doctors i have on each side of my toung near the rea side i have a red bump what could it be <p></p> <p></p> <p><b>Answer</b>: <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><meta name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><link rel="File-List" href="file:///C:%5CDOCUME%7E1%5Ckkleman%5CLOCALS%7E1%5CTemp%5Cms . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Richard Jurevic DDS, PhD, Dental and Oral Health (Adults) http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/77043.htm Richard Jurevic DDS, PhD Thu, 14 Jan 2010 18:01:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/77043.htm <b>Question</b>: I get canker sores on my gums and tongue often. The sores make me feel as if my teeth are going to fall out of my mouth. I went to a dentist when I was relieved of the canker sores, and I was told that my teeth are perfectly healthy. What can I do to speed up the healing process? Also, can canker so . . .<p><b>Answer</b>: <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><meta name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><link rel="File-List" href="file:///C:%5CDOCUME%7E1%5Ckkleman%5CLOCALS%7E1%5CTemp%5Cms . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: David Hall DDS, Dental and Oral Health (Adults) http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/77022.htm David Hall DDS Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:01:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/77022.htm <b>Question</b>: I continue to experience dental pain, which has been changing from one part of my mouth to another. I`ve had a number of root canals and crowns over the past year; but each time I think I`ve taken care of the problem, I experience pain in a different area, leading to another root canal and crown cyc . . .<p><b>Answer</b>: My first guess would be that you are grinding or clenching your teeth. A crown may help since it does change your occlusion which may change how things are affected when you are grinding. I would suggest trying an over-the-counter nightguard (<em>Doctor's Nightguard</em> is one brand) and see if you . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Daniel Reed DDS, Dental and Oral Health (Adults) http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/76952.htm Daniel Reed DDS Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:01:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/76952.htm <b>Question</b>: <div>Since toothbruses can carry bacteria, what is the best way to clean or sterilize, store, and care for a toothbrush?</div> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><b>Answer</b>: We recommend storing them in a cabinet to prevent splatter from flushing and airborne germs. Replacing them is the best option anytime someone has been sick; replace at least every 6 months.  <p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Wendy Moore RDH, EFDA, BS, MS, Dental and Oral Health (Adults) http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/76880.htm Wendy Moore RDH, EFDA, BS, MS Wed, 06 Jan 2010 20:01:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/76880.htm <b>Question</b>: I have three teeth that wiggle ever so slightly, I have always had decent hygiene, I started flossing and using mouth wash twice a day about ten days ago. I noticed that one of my bottom incisors moved a bit and so does one of the top, not an insisor, the tooth next to it on the right. I have a habi . . .<p><b>Answer</b>: Keep flossing everyday and wearing your bite guard as much as possible whenever you think you may be grinding.&nbsp; No more pens and keep your dental appointment next month.&nbsp; Your dentist might be able to fine adjust your bite if needed&nbsp;or suggest other gum treatments if needed.&nbsp; A v . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: David Hall DDS, Dental and Oral Health (Adults) http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/76866.htm David Hall DDS Wed, 06 Jan 2010 11:01:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/76866.htm <b>Question</b>: Dear dentists, <p> I would like to know if it is not good to gurgel mouthwash everyday. I have read the package insert of throat lozenge for sore throat which contains antiseptic to kill the bacteria. The recommendation in the package insert says that the duration of treatment should not exceed . . .<p><b>Answer</b>: Gargling with mouthwash every day will not cause any health problems for you. It will not totally destroy any of the bacteria in the mouth. After a short period after the rinse, the bacteria are already multiplying again. If it is chlorhexidine, it can stain your teeth, so improved oral hygiene i . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Daniel Reed DDS, Dental and Oral Health (Adults) http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/76861.htm Daniel Reed DDS Wed, 06 Jan 2010 02:01:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/76861.htm