There is a lump on the roof of my mouth directly behind my upper front teeth. One of my bottom front teeth also bleeds quite a bit when I brush. What could be the problem? Is it due to gum disease?
The area that you describe sounds like the incisive papilla behind your front teeth. The nerves and blood supply for the front part of the roof of the mouth enter here. I think you have some inflammation in the area. Trauma is the likely cause. A sharp object like a popcorn kernel must have caused that inflammation. I suggest you ask your dentist to check the area around your bleeding gums. If you have not been to the dentist lately, go for a check-up and cleaning. Gum disease, or periodontitis, usually has no noticeable signs until it is further along in bone destruction. In most cases, this takes a long time to progress. Bleeding is a sign of inflammation which may or may not be gum disease. A dentist can treat gum disease, and once it is under control, good home care (brushing, flossing, etc.) can prevent its return.
My dentist recently filled a cavity on the side of a tooth through the bottom of the tooth. There still seems to be a small hole on the side of that tooth. Could bacteria build up and cause another cavity?
Yes, it could. Any area that can trap food or plaque has the potential for decay This is usually a slow process, but I would get it rechecked to make sure.
When I smile, my gums and some part of my teeth show. It looks ugly. What can I do to get a better smile?
Talk with your dentist about a referral to a periodontist (gum specialist). The periodontist will evaluate how much tooth is below the gums and the possibility of lengthening the tooth by removing excess gum tissue, known as a gingivectomy. A periodontist or experienced dentist can evaluate and successfully perform this procedure. It is a minor surgical procedure done under local anesthesia with very good results and few complications.
There is a lump on the roof of my mouth directly behind my upper front teeth. One of my bottom front teeth also bleeds quite a bit when I brush. What could be the problem? Is it due to gum disease?
The area that you describe sounds like the incisive papilla behind your front teeth. The nerves and blood supply for the front part of the roof of the mouth enter here. I think you have some inflammation in the area. Trauma is the likely cause. A sharp object like a popcorn kernel must have caused that inflammation.
I had three cavities – two large and one small – refilled. After the refill I became even more sensitive. Even the water at room temperature is bothering me a lot. My dentist said the roots may have been irritated. What should I do now?
I need to know whether these fillings are composite (tooth-colored) or amalgam (silver). If they are composite, then there could be a leaky restoration. Composites can look fine, but if the margins are not sealed because of contamination – usually saliva – they can be sensitive. Did the dentist use a rubber dam when placing the composite? This isolates the tooth from the oral fluids in the mouth. If it is amalgam, it could be a leaky restoration, but high occlusion (bite) on the restoration can cause sensitivity, too. Why were they replaced? Were areas broken around the edges of the filling, or did you have a cavity under the old filling? If there was a cavity and it was deep, then there could be some inflammation of the nerve in the tooth. Depending upon your situation, redoing the restoration may work. If the nerve in the tooth is sick, a root canal may be needed. Discuss with your dentist in detail about your situation. Take a second opinion if you are not satisfied with your current dentist.
My girl friend has a really slimy mouth. How can it be improved?
Good oral hygiene (brushing and flossing) is probably the best answer, but an examination by a dentist can make sure that there are no other serious problems associated with that.
Can I see any dentist I want?
Yes. You can see any dentist of your choice.
My dentist just told me I will need extensive dental work. What should I do?
First, don’t feel pressured to have all the proposed work done immediately. Ask your dentist questions. For example: Why is this needed now? Are there any alternatives? It may help to have an estimate for the proposed treatment sent to us. If there are a couple of different options proposed, have your dentist submit a written estimate to us describing these options so that we can tell you: Whether the proposed services are covered by your plan, What our reimbursement will be, and What you will have to pay These estimates are not required; however, our members often find them helpful in planning their treatment.
I think flossing is making the gaps in my teeth wider. I started flossing only a few years back (I am 30). Do you know if starting to floss now is more harmful than helpful? Thanks.
Flossing is of paramount importance in oral hygiene. For the health of the teeth and gums, one has to floss regularly. If you have this feeling of gaps between your teeth, it is because the floss is removing all the plaque and debris. Removing all those irritants will let any inflammation of the gums heal and reduces the chances of getting cavities at those proximal cavities. Keep flossing but of course do not overdo it. Once a day should be good enough.
I think flossing is making the gaps in my teeth wider. I started flossing only a few years back (I am 30). Do you know if starting to floss now is more harmful than helpful? Thanks.
Flossing is of paramount importance in oral hygiene. For the health of the teeth and gums, one has to floss regularly. If you have this feeling of gaps between your teeth, it is because the floss is removing all the plaque and debris. Removing all those irritants will let any inflammation of the gums heal and reduces the chances of getting cavities at those proximal cavities. Keep flossing but of course do not overdo it. Once a day should be good enough.
Hello Dr. Sireesha,I am Sreeharsha from MI. I am 23 years old. I do not know what is in there. But I have severe pain in my molar teeth whenever I consume anything very cold or very hot. This is happening from the past 6 months. May I know what may be the reason for this, the remedy for this and what cost I need to incur for the treatment? Thank you in advance.
Hi Sreeharsha, Thanks for looking at my web site. It seems like you have a carious tooth (decayed). I would advise that you have it checked as soon as possible. Pain with hot is a sign of the tooth nerve involvement which might require a root canal treatment. If not treated it can get infected with severe pain and swelling. Of course it would be best to see you for a thorough exam and tell you exactly what treatment is needed and we’ll be able to tell you then the cost of treatment. I’ll be happy to see you for a free consultation. Just call the office for an appointment at (248) 813 7700.
Madam, I am 35 year old. I am having the front most tooth little bit high and cross. To adjust this 5 years back in India, One dentist removed the side tooth of this one and put an artificial tooth. Now the tooth which is little bit high is slowly moving and gap is coming between the teeth. Is there any way to adjust this? Thank you.
Hi Sridevi Thanks for looking at our practice’s web page. I am trying to visualize your case from your description but it is a little bit hard. That’s why it would be best to see you for a free consult. But I have to tell you that dentistry today has a lot to offer as solutions for cosmetic problems. We are sure that we can help you achieve a nice pleasing smile. Please call us at 248 813 7700
I would like to know if you can do zoom on teeth that have cavities or do they need to be fixed first and if zoom works on tetracycline teeth? Thank you
Thanks for looking at our practice. Cavities have to be treated before the Zoom whitening. Some tatracyclin stains respond to bleaching. It will depend on the degree they are discolored. That’s why we would recommend that you come to the office for consultation. When we look at them we can let you know about the expectations. You can make an appointment by calling the office at (248) 813 7700
How do I know if I have a cavity? do gaps in your teeth mean Our teeth are crooked? How much does Invisalign cost
Hello, how are you doing Kevin?? Thank you for looking at our website. Regarding your questions, it’s best for you to come in and have an examination. The answer to your cavity question has multiple answers, which include: pain on that particular tooth. A gap does not always mean your teeth are crooked. That can be just space between your teeth; it all depends on your case. Invisalign, which you mentioned is a prefect way to straighten your teeth if you are interested. As far as the cost goes, it all depends on your case, we have free Invisalign consultation. We are more then happy to see you. The contact number at the office is 248-289-8221. We look forward to hearing from you.
I have irregular teeth, i want to have Invisalign treatment can i know roughly how much it costs.
Hello, how are you doing Naga?? Thank you for looking at our website. Regarding your questions, it’s best for you to come in and have an examination. Invisalign, which you mentioned is a prefect way to straighten your teeth if you are interested. As far as the cost goes, it all depends on your case, we have free Invisalign consultation. We are more then happy to see you. The contact number at the office is 248-289-8221. We look forward to hearing from you.
Hi, I would like to clean my teeth as well as whiten my teeth and i never did before. I have been smoking for the past 10 years and i would like to quit once cleaning is done. I have EDS-BCBS insurance. Please let me know how much it costs me with and without insurance. I would appreciate your quick response so that i will take appointment mostly on Saturday.
Hi, I’m Swati from Smile Centers. In order for us to know exactly how much it would cost you to have the treatment done without any insurance, you can make an appointment with us so the doctor can see exactly what needs to be done. This consultion is free of charge. If you want to go ahead with this, please call us at 248-813-7700. Thanks.
Dear doctor,I am experiencing decaying of teeth ever since I was a child. Almost all members of my family suffer from this problem. A number of my teeth are filled and I had a root canal therapy done 4 years ago. But now these teeth on which root canal therapy was done are getting decayed. I have serious issues with this decaying problem as a number of my teeth are affected. I was scared to see a dentist until now. Will you be able to rectify this deteriorating dental condition?Thanks a lot,Ashitha
Dear Ashitha, Thanks for looking at our site. It seems from your description that you are among those who have high caries susceptebility. Today there is a lot we can do in caries control. It is very important to treat dental caries as early as possible to prevent complications that can lead to loss of teeth. I would advise you to call our office at 248 813 7700 to make an appointment. We will be happy to see you and talk further about your case. Thanks again.
Hello Dr. Sirisha. I live in Macomb county. The place i work don’t offer Dental insurance so gotta think about budget too. My teeth are really shart and getting little yellowish with probably three teeth with little white dots in ’em. I am really tired of it. First i don’t have dental insurance so is it really gonna be that expensive? my 5th teeth from lower pair of teeth from the end has little black kind of hole and same also on the other side of it too. I really need your suggestion about what should i do for taking care for my teeth and furthermore do i need a appointment with you so that you can take a look at my teeth and have a proper treatment on time. I would really appreciate your help. thank you Dr. Sirisha
Hi Sagar, Thanks for looking at Smile Centers web site. I would like to help you with your concern about your teeth health. It is a little bit hard from just your desciption to tell what you need exactly. Best would be to see you first and we offer free consultation that will not cost you anything. Just call us at the office at 248 813 7700 and we’ll make an appointment to see you. If you do not have insurance we’ll do the best we can to help you with the cost of treatment. Looking forward to hear from you and see you.
Hello Dr.Can you recomend a specialist so that I can show my bottom rear end wisdom tooth as they are grown side ways.Regards,Upendra
Thanks for looking at our web site. We’ll be happy to see you for a free cosultation regarding your wisdom teeth. We will assess them and advise you for the best treatment needed. If we find that you need a specialist we will refer you to him. Thanks again. Please call us at 248 813 7700
I am in the process of getting dentures on top and a partial on the bottom. Ive had my final fitting and I am waiting for the teeth to be completed. How long will it take to get them back from the lab?
Thank you Sherry for looking at our web site. It seems that you are having the work done in a different office. I would recommend that you contact them and they should be able to answer your question. I wish I could be of more help to you.
Along the gum line of one of my molars, there is a crack. Well I don’t know if it is a crack or a cavity. Its very sensitive to cold and sweets. I don’t have any kind of insurance to go see a dentist, so is there any way to tell if it’s a cavity or a crack. I don’t want the cavity to get worse if that’s what it is.
Hi Sabah, We will be happy to see you for a free consultation to look at your tooth and find out what’s wrong with it. Please call our office at 248 813 7700 to make an appointment. Looking forward to seeing you.
Hello doctor,Thanks for doing this service.i’am a student at wayne state niversity. I’am getting wisdom teethin right lower . Because of which my entire jaw is paining ang iam not able to talk or even eat.I couls see the tooth under a thin skin membrane.I would be very thankful to you if you can suggest me any medicine.
Hi Kashyap, We would like to see you for a free consultation and advise you on what would be best to do for your wisdom teeth. Please call our office and ask for an appointment with Dr. Allam. He is going to assess the position and condition of your wisdom teeth. # 248 813 7700 Thanks for looking at our web site.