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Clear bump: If it is a small bump that is clear and not painful, it may be a "pinched" salivary duct and should dissipate in a few days to a few weeks. If it chan... Read More
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NO!: Fluoride in a safe dose is a great inexpensive way to reduce decay.
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Lower jaw pain: Pain not caused by a stimulus but one that lingers or gets worse is something you should have checked out as soon as possible. It sounds like irrevers... Read More
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Geographic tongue: The cause of geographic tongue is unknown. There shouldn't be any other symptoms like pain or hypersensitivity. If you have any other symptoms, see a ... Read More
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Herpangina infection: Herpangina infections are caused by the coxsackie virus. You may want to check with your md to see if you have a recurrence. Herpangina can lead to s... Read More
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Periodontal disease: Periodontal disease should not be taken lightly. New studies have indicated increased problems with many vital organs, including your heart. Have it t... Read More
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Astringent: An astringent is a pharmaceutical medication used to stop normal, minor bleeding problems. Alum, which stings, is a fine example. You can find it in a... Read More
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Creatine: Since creatine is considered an herbal remedy, it has not had to go through the stringent fda criteria for a prescription medication. Having that been... Read More
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Mouth ulcers: Mouth ulcers and boils are symptoms that require very urgent treatment. I'm sure that not only is this extremely uncomfortable but created a lot of a... Read More
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Symptoms of abscess: There are often times that abscessed teeth are assymptomatic. However, swelling, pus, pain and sensitivity to hot or cold or pressure are indicators.... Read More
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Comes and goes: For your own peace of mind, you should see a primary care physician who can order the testing to receive the correct treatment. On/off again blurry v... Read More
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Root canal pain: Root canal therapy is a surgery and can be sore for a long time, like any other surgery. We look for whether the discomfort is getting better or worse... Read More
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Dry lips: Even though about 75% of lip balm is ingested, it is important to keep your lips moist and protected. You are doing the right thing but application on... Read More
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Tongue: What you may be seeing are varicosities or veins close to the surface on the underside of the tongue. Are they uncomfortable or do they change positio... Read More
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Tongue bumps: Most bumps on the tongue are taste buds and some can become inflamed. Also, if you clench your teeth at night you may see a scalloped appearance along... Read More
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Toothache/pregnancy: There is no corellation between a toothache and pregnancy, but unprotected sex can certainly lead to pregnancy. Time will tell as to how "lucky" you a... Read More
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Lost dressing : Keep the tissue clean by gargling with warm salt water every 2 hours while you are awake. When you get home, call your dentist as soon as you can.
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Root canal therapy: Due to the very long time it may take to notice symptoms appear after irreversible nerve damage, it can take a very long time for all the symptoms to ... Read More
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TMD : It certainly sounds like your joint dysfunction could be in an acute stage or that it could be accentuating another situation. Do you haves fever? Hav... Read More
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STD: I know how hard and frightening this can be, but go to a general practioner or an urologist and be straight with them. They will run the necessary tes... Read More
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Late tooth eruption: All children have their own time table for the eruption of their teeth. There is no treatment like baby dentures and i would wait at least another 6 m... Read More
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Chapped fingers: Check your weekly schedule and see when they are worse and when they are better. As a dentist and washing my hands all day long, my thumbs and index f... Read More
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Swollen cheek: In this area in the cheek by the excised wisdom teeth, is a large lymph gland called the parotid gland. It can become infected and swell. Ice it tonig... Read More
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Too much meds.: 1000 mg.S is the largest, most effective dosage for acetaminophen. Any more does not make you feel better. Also, more than 1000mg can start to damage ... Read More
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Medical school: Work very hard, taking biology, chemistry, physics and math. Become very involved with extracurricular activities in your community. You don't have to... Read More
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Throat pain: Spontaneous throat pain that lasts more than a day is something that should be diagnosed by your dentist or physician . Do it soon so the area can be ... Read More
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Body types: The determination of a body type is not as much of a concern as how you feel about yourself. It is easy to say that if you aren't happy with your wei... Read More
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Antibiotics: The two medications mentioned are from two very different "families" of antibiotics. I would ask the M.D. Or a pharmacist to determine which medicatio... Read More
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HIV: There are symptoms but your best option is to see a physician. There are too many false positives or negatives to rely on this 400 lettered answer to... Read More
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White palate: A whiter palate color than the color of your gum tissue can be natural but i didn't quite understand your question; is the white area changing positio... Read More
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Sores on tongue: It seems like a viable noninvasive option. You can also treat the symptoms by using a mouth rinse of milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide). If after ... Read More
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Smoking: Please don't try something potentially dangerous. Think of the bigger picture and don't do it. You already knew what was right, you just wanted permis... Read More
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Dental concern: Due to the symptoms you've described, i think it's time to see your dentist. You may have excessive bony growth, but the wearing of enamel should be c... Read More
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Tonsils: You just had surgery into your tongue. It may be coincidental, but don't risk a systemic (whole body) infection and have it checked out by a dentist... Read More
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Periodontal disease: Your question should be how do I best take care of my teeth and gums so that I never get periodontal disease that could affect my heart. See your dent... Read More
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Whitening: The best way to whiten your teeth is to see your dentist to make sure you have no cavities and that you can get a prescriptioned medication that is n... Read More
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Pain under tongue: The underside of the tongue usually isn't injured while eating a normal meal. Since it's been two days, it's best to get it looked at to determine wha... Read More
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Red dots: Red dots are often called petechia and can arise from a number of causes. Best to be safe and have her see a dentist. I'm guessing this is a new pre... Read More
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Knee trouble: This should be a question for your orthopedic surgeon as soon as possible. Heis the individual who can schedule you appointments to minimize your post... Read More
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Pregnancy: There is always a chance of pregnancy when sperm is introduced into the female reproductive system. The chances are small, but there are ways to prote... Read More
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Severe back pain: Really sorry about your back. Don't take the Percocet and I don't think the Vicodin will help either. You really need to go to the hospital and get so... Read More
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Temperature changes: Most people have a range in which their normal temperature varies. Without symptoms, this may be normal for you.
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Back pain: It is so hard to be patient but in this case you have to. You have pain fora reason and by trying to do too much too quickly, your pain may worsen. As... Read More
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Sjorgren's : Dry mouth caused by sjorgren's syndrome can be much more debilitating than just the annoyance of not enough saliva. Saliva naturally flushes acid crea... Read More
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TMJ dysfunction : Tmj dysfunction can be caused by trauma, like having a wisdom tooth removed. It does not have to last forever, but it depends on why it hurts. Usually... Read More
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Maxillary cyst: As a general rule, consider 17 days a benchmark. Use ice on the outside of the upper jaw and take medication prescribed by the dentist. Don't take nsa... Read More
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Root canal : Adjusting the bite can make chewing more comfortable. If there is infection, the therapy should be redone. It it is only inflammation, adjusting the b... Read More
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Whiter armpits: Certain individuals have tried using salt water and scrubbing with a wash cloth with varied results. It is not comfortable and takes time so be patien... Read More
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S. aureus: S.Aureus can be a nasty bug; is it a skin infection or a respiratory infection?
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Tooth concern: The nerve that affects the teeth is the trigeminal or the 5th cranial nerve. So is the lip nerve. The tongue nerve is different but the nerves are ve... Read More
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Mar 22, 2015
Great doctor. Consistently gives thoughtful, insightful and expert advice.
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Mchugh is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Mchugh is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Online DDS said that it is not the dentist's own fault--so they don't!
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Ulcer on the side and tongue is white. Its been this way for 8 days
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Thanks for your quick reply! Pain vanished w/n 2 hours. I will head to doctor if it returns Thanks!
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2013
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2013
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