Dr. Tatiana O. Lucas

Only a licensed dentist can tell you what would be a right solution for an infected tooth. In general, if infected tooth can be treated then root canal treatment and a crown will be recommended, if a tooth can not be treated - it will have to be removed. No other solutions exist to treat a tooth infection. Antibiotics do not treat or cure tooth infection, but do help to limit infection spread and allow dentist to numb up the tooth when treatment is provided if it is done while you are taking the antibiotics.

The cut will heal if braces are not aggravating the area. If brace wire keeps aggravating the area, the cut may develop n infection or a scar. Use orthodontic wax to cover any parts of braces which aggravate or cut into your gums. Your orthodontist will be the best professional to advise you after examining you and your gums.

Your son may have gingivitis which is inflammation due to plaque constantly seating around teeth and gums. Gums also can bleed for various reasons, but mostly if patient is non-compliant with propper oral hygiene at home - regular brushing and flossing. Underlying general health conditions may cause the bleeding after dental cleaning as well. Usually, bleeding gums after dental cleaning is not a problem, often even expected if patient has gingivitis or periodontitis.

It is very difficult to relax your jaw if you have TMJ. It depends on the reasons and causes of TMJ in each patient to be able to recommend correct treatment for affected TMJ. You need to see dental professional advice in-person.

No, Peroxide does not help tooth tartar, and it does dry the mouth. Peroxide by itself can also cause certain problems. It is not recommended to use it, unless it is an ingredient in mouth rinse or teeth whitening solutions.

There are might be several reasons for it. Lack of proper brushing and cleaning, decay, decalcification, stain, etc. For the exact answer and diagnosis, it is recommended to seek an in-person dental exam and consultation.

That depends on the size of a cavity at the time of diagnosis, the aggressiveness of bacteria which caused it, on the oral hygiene of a person who has a cavity, on the nutritional habits of that person, on overall teeth health and tooth structure and size. Many factors can play a role in the speed of cavity progression and spread of decay to other teeth.

There are several additional ways to do so: with composite bonding, crowns, veneers. But it has to be evaluated by a dentist in-person what kind of the options are suitable in your case. Many different factors can affect the diagnosis and treatment options. It is always recommended to seek in-person dental examination and advice.

For several weeks - 8-10 weeks, sometimes longer. But your dentist will be the best person to give you precise instructions after implants are placed.

This might be a sign of a periodontal disease or infection. Many reasons can affect this. In-person dental exam usually recommended to identify the reason.

When you pop it, all the pus/infection will drain into your mouth. It also can increase a risk of infection spreading. A gum boil is a sign of severe tooth infection and this have to be treated by a dentist. It is recommended to seek in-person dental advice and examination.

No, Listerine does not kill gingivitis. Only very good timely regular oral hygiene- brushing and flossing will prevent gingivitis from occurring. Listerine will only help to prolong having fresh breath and diminish amount of bacteria which causes gingivitis.

It is two or usually three crowns fused together, two of this crowns support a fake tooth which is missing in the middle. This bridge gets cemented on teeth which are adjacent to the space where a tooth is missing. It is "fixed" in place with a cement and you can not remove it from your mouth.

Yes, they do prevent bone loss in the area they are placed.

Yes, it can. Orange juice is acidic, and some people's gums can be more sensitive to the acid. It also depends on a person's oral hygiene, general health and other nutritional habits.

There can be numerous reasons you are losing your enamel on your teeth. As we age, a lifetime of chewing and biting starts to wear down the enamel from your teeth and is a natural normal process. If your bite is off this can increase the wear and need to be addressed with orthodontic treatment. You may grind your teeth at night and need a mouth guard to prevent increased wear.

Bacteria called plaque is always forming in your mouth and can cause swelling of the gums, bleeding gums, inflammation of the gums, and even infection to the bone under your gums that destroy the enamel causing periodontal disease.

Our mouths get drier as we age. Saliva helps keep teeth clean and prevent decay. As we age we have less saliva, also many medications cause dry mouth which exacerbates the problem.

Fizzy drinks, citrus fruits, and many juices contain acid that can destroy enamel. Sugary and starchy food also cause our mouth to create acid which also attacks the enamel.

Schedule a regular appointment with your dentist, cleanings can prevent many causes of enamel wear and an exam by your dentist can often catch issues early and prevent other causes of enamel damage in the future.