Dental Implant
How long do dental implants last?
When the implant is secured to the jaw, it can be said that it would last for a lifetime. Because the structure and operation of the implanted teeth are similar to the structure and operation of the real teeth which creates stimulation force to the jaw bone that maintains the bone density needed to hold the implant.
What should we do if toothache happen at 4th, 5th, 6th tooth?
Dear doctor, I am fifty years old this year, I have had 2 molars extracted in the innermost part for a long time. I made dentures on 3 teeth numbers 4, 5, 6, then came home with pain for 1 week. What should I do now, Doctor?
How to whiten teeth fast?
Hello doctor, I am 21 years old, recently, I noticed that my teeth are dull, when I smile, I feel less confident. I want to whiten my teeth but I don't know the fastest way to whiten my teeth today. Hope the doctor can advise me, thank you. (Thu Dieu – Binh Phuoc)
What causes toothache and treatment?
Hello doctor, I am 24 years old this year, my upper front teeth have been hurting for a few days now. I feel my teeth are a bit loose, especially when I eat cold food, it hurts even more. Can you advise me on the cause of my toothache and how to treat it, doctor? (Kim Anh - Can Tho)
Implant placement after extraction
Implant placement - What is the best way for the implant placement after extraction? According to the consensus conference 2008 held in Germany, time for implant placement after extraction is divided into four categories: place the implants at the same time with tooth extraction; early implant placement, usually 4 weeks to 8 weeks after tooth extraction; implant placement after partial healing, usually 12 weeks to 16 weeks; delayed implant placement 6 months after the tooth extraction.
Do small tooth decay need to be filled?
Dear doctor, I am 21 years old this year, I currently have 3 teeth in the lower jaw that are decayed, there is no sign of pain but I see a small black hole forming in the tooth. Can the doctor advise me do small tooth decay need to be filled? (Thuy Dung - Dong Nai)
Some tips for wisdom teeth pain relief
Hello doctor, I am 21 years old, currently have one wisdom tooth, now I am preparing to grow a second one in the upper jaw. I'm waiting for it to grow all the way and then pluck it once. However, I was in so much pain that I could not eat or speak. The doctor can advise me some tips for wisdom teeth pain relief. Thank you. (Phuong Nhi – Long An)
Should I have my wisdom teeth removed?
Dear doctor, I am 20 years old this year, growing a wisdom tooth in my upper jaw, and it is quite painful from the time of eruption until now. I saw a part of the tooth erupting and the gums were red and swollen, causing so much pain that it was difficult for me to open my mouth, and had to eat porridge for many days. I want to consult a doctor how to solve this situation, and should wisdom teeth be extracted? (Tran Thi Mai Huong – Ho Chi Minh City)
Should use full porcelain teeth or metal porcelain?
Hi, I am 38 years old and intend to re-grow two front teeth because of a fracture in the accident, but I have to consult and am wondering whether to use full porcelain or metal porcelain is that better? Look forward to hearing from your doctor. (Quoc Viet - Quang Binh)
The first Vietnamese doctor repositioning the nerve for the dental implants
Nerve repositioning technique for dental implants has only been done in some countries with advanced health care system. Currently, Dr. Vo Van Nhan, DDS, PhD, director of the Nhan Tam Dental Center, has performed the nerve repositioning technique for the first time in Vietnam. There are 44 doctors in the world who have done and published in scientific journals.
Should you get your teeth whitened?
Hi doctor! I am 26 years old this year, my teeth are stained yellow and look very ugly, making me lose confidence in communication. I am afraid to laugh and talk to friends and colleagues. I was recommended by my friends that teeth whitening will make my teeth whiter and more beautiful, so can I ask if I should whiten my teeth or not, and is there any danger in teeth whitening? Please advise me, thank you very much. (Tu Anh – Can Tho)
Should we have braces for impacted teeth?
Question: Hi doctor! I have a tooth that grows deep into the upper arch like a impacted teeth. The shape of this tooth closely resembles a premolar or a canine but I'm not sure because it doesn't come out all the way. I hope the doctor can advise me whether the braces should grow out of my jaw or should I just pull them out? Thank doctors! (Quynh Nhu - Hanoi)
Is tooth root inflammation dangerous?
Dear doctor, for the past few months I have noticed that my tooth roots are bleeding and reddened. Especially when I brush my teeth or eat hard food, the doctor advises me if I have root inflammation, and if I have root inflammation, how to treat it, is it dangerous? (Hoai Thu - Nghe An)
Is placing dental crown over decayed teeth good?
Hello doctor, my teeth are decayed, I want to go for treatment, I went to the dentist near my house to check, the doctor said I need porcelain crowns. However, I often hear that tooth decay is treated with dental fillings, can you help me answer the question of whether porcelain crowns are good? I sincerely thank the doctor! (Le Nghia – Thanh Hoa)
I'm 60 years old, can got a dental implant?
Question: Doctor, I'm 60 years old this year. I am still working to make money, now I want to replant the missing teeth but am wondering what age has effect on the implant planting? Looking forward to consulting your doctor. (Nguyen Ngoc Che - Dong Nai)
I have a broken and decay incisor. What should I do?
Dear doctor, I am 27 years old this year, I have a chipped front tooth. So what should I do? (Pham Trang, Dong Nai)