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Answer the following questionnaire to find out which can be the origin of your problem and the solution to it.
- I have a spot / discoloration on my gums, tongue or oral mucosa
- White
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Lichen planus
Oral lichen planus is a chronic inflammation that affects the oral mucosa, which can appear as reticular white spots or reddened areas that ulcerate, being in this case called erosive lichen planus.
Línea alba
It is a whitish line along the cheek, which usually coincides with the area where the teeth bite. It is a chronic injury caused by a continuous bite in the area. It is a benign lesion.
Leukoplakia
Leukoplakia is a lesion in the form of whitish patches on the mucosa and gums, which can be due to chronic irritation.
- Red
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Erosive lichen
Oral lichen planus is a chronic inflammation that affects the oral mucosa, which can appear as reticular white spots or reddened areas that ulcerate, being in this case called erosive lichen planus.
Under removable dentures / stomatitis
Reddened area that matches the part of the prosthesis that is in contact with the gum. It usually appears due to prolonged use of the prosthesis, poor hygiene, or a mismatch of the prosthesis. It is advisable to rest in the use of the prosthesis for a few days, and if it is not correctly adapted, consult with the dentist.
Pemphigus
Pemphigus is an autoimmune disease that causes blistered and ulcer-like lesions on the skin and oral mucosa.
- That comes off when rubbing
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- On the tongue
- Grooves
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Geographic tongue
Geographic tongue or benign migratory glossitis is caused by atrophy of filiform papillae, which make the tongue look like a map. It can appear as smooth red spots of different sizes and shapes.
- Dark spots
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Hairy tongue
Hairy tongue is caused by an overgrowth of dead skin cells, causing elongation of the papillae and staining of bacteria, food, tobacco, or other substances in the mouth.
- Grooves
- White
- I have bad breath
- At any time of day
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- After each meal
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- When waking up
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- At any time of day
- I want to replace missing teeth
- With fixed prosthesis
- Dental implants
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- Fixed bridge over natural teeth
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- Dental implants
- With removable prosthesis
- Full denture
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- Partial denture
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- Full denture
- With fixed prosthesis
- I don't like the way my teeth look
- Position
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Position
The bad position of the teeth or dental crowding can cause not only aesthetic problems, but also in the way of biting. It is important to do a previous orthodontic study in order to determine the best treatment. An orthodontic treatment can solve this problem.
- Color
- Veneers
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- Tooth whitening
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- Crowns
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- Spaces between teeth
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Restaurations with:
- Old restorations
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- Bleeding gums
- When toothbrushing
- Throughout the mouth
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- Localized
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Tartar or accumulation of food
Due to cavities or poor restoration. The accumulation of food debris between the teeth is not a normal situation and should be evaluated by a dentist. Tartar must be removed by periodontal prophylaxis or professional dental cleaning.
Bad restoration
If the cause is a poorly done filling, the restoration must be redone.
- Throughout the mouth
- Spontaneously
- Without trauma
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- After a trauma
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After a trauma
In these injuries, their degree of severity must be analyzed by a dentist. Touching the lesion should be avoided until evaluated by a dentist. Treatment will range from the application of antiseptics and anesthetics to the need for oral surgery depending on the severity. Using aspirin or alcohol directly in contact with the oral mucosa for a long time can cause chemical burns.
- Without trauma
- I have pain
- On a tooth
- Acute (that lasts hours or days)
- Constant
- Swelling
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Tooth abscess
Tooth abscess, also called phlegmon, is one of the most common dental problems
- No swelling
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- Swelling
- Intermittent
- To cold or sweet things
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- To hot things
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- To pressure or when chewing
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Exposed dentin
Layer just below enamel
Can cause a lot of pain. It can have multiple causes such as trauma or wear due to erosion of the enamel by bruxism or other external agents.
Inflammation of the periodontal ligament
Fibers that connect the root of the tooth to the bone
Can be the result of continued trauma when biting on the tooth. It requires an evaluation by the dentist. Normally by eliminating the overload or the stimulus the inflammation disappears.
- To cold or sweet things
- Constant
- Chronic (duration of several months)
- Between teeth
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<Food impaction, plaque, or tartar
The accumulation of food debris between the teeth is not a normal situation and should be evaluated by a dentist. Tartar must be removed by periodontal prophylaxis or dental cleaning. If there are cavities, it will be necessary to treat and / or redo the defective restoration so that the contact point between teeth is correct.
Bad restoration
If the cause is a poorly done filling, the restoration must be redone.
- Located on a tooth
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Decay with dental Pulp affection
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Infection of the "apex of the root"
With or without dental abscess (acute infection of the surrounding tissues), is formed by the infection of the interior of the tooth (dental pulp), that has reached the bone. It must be treated by performing a root canal treatment / apicoectomy or extraction of the tooth and antibiotic medication.
- Between teeth
- Acute (that lasts hours or days)
- Gums
- Between teeth
- Localized
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Tartar or accumulation of food
Due to cavities or poor restoration. The accumulation of food debris between the teeth is not a normal situation and should be evaluated by a dentist. Tartar must be removed by periodontal prophylaxis or professional dental cleaning.
- Generalized throughout the mouth
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- Localized
- In the oral mucosa
- After an accidental bite or burn
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In these injuries, their degree of severity must be analyzed by a dentist. Touching the lesion should be avoided until evaluated by a dentist. Treatment will range from the application of antiseptics and anesthetics to the need for oral surgery depending on the severity. Using aspirin or alcohol directly in contact with the oral mucosa for a long time can cause chemical burns.
- No previous trauma – With ulcers or canker sores
- Throughout the mouth / No general symptoms
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Mucositis
It is the inflammation of tissues in the mouth. Radiation or chemotherapy can cause mucositis.
- With fever/general malise/difficulty swallowing
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- Located on a spot without general symptoms
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- Throughout the mouth / No general symptoms
- After an accidental bite or burn
- Between teeth
- Face
- Swollen
- Tooth abscess
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Tooth abscess
Tooth abscess, also called phlegmon, is one of the most common dental problems.
- Pericoronaritis
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- Salivary glands
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- Lip/base of the tongue
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Mucocele / Ranula
An obstruction or extravasation of the minor salivary glands can produce a benign lesion called a mucocele, which usually disappears spontaneously. If this mucocele affects the sublingual glands, a mass of greater volume appears under the tongue, and is called a ranula.
- Tooth abscess
- Normal
- Muscular or articular pain
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Muscular or articular pain
Muscle tensions can cause severe pain in the face, head, and neck. It is important to carry out an evaluation by the dentist to detect the causes, which can be from bruxism, or to some pathology in the temporomandibular joint.
- Acute pain or burning sensation on one side of the face or cheek
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Trigeminal neuralgia
- Pain referred from a tooth
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Pain referred from a tooth
A cavity, a dental abscess, a wisdom tooth, etc., can cause pain in other areas of the face or head. A dental check-up is recommended to detect the origin of pain, as it can have multiple causes.
- Muscular or articular pain
- Swollen
- Spaces between teeth
- Veneers
- Position