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Hello, My friend have tooth cavity, it is there from 3 years till now. we just ignored it. now I read on Internet tooth cavity can cause cancer. what are the chances.? She neither smoke nor alcoholic.

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Hi..Tooth cavity causing cancer is rare. Most of the patients are educated and treatment is done at earlier stage. So no need to worry. Get filling or root canal if required without delay. Regards ...  Read More

I am having tonsillitis infection. as per my doctor it is caused by my sinus problem. I am looking for a second opinion.

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Acute tonsillitis can occur secondary to nose and sinus infection or it can be part of generalized upper respiratory tract infection. You may need to take antibiotics and painkillers along with antise ...  Read More

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Does breastfeeding cause cavities in babies? I'm that case fluoride treatment works? Can I breastfeed my baby at nights after fluoride treatment ? Will it work?

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Hello Breast-feeding at night might increase the cavities. Try to avoid feeding at night. ...  Read More

I was diagnosed with sinus before, does sinus cause the motion sickness? Whenever i travel in car or driving i feel nausea and fatigue, even eyes and ears become sensitive to light and sounds.

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Detailed Evaluation needed ...  Read More

Cavity in wisdom tooth causing pain. The amount of pain is unbearable. Please assist... ... ... ... ..

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Go for extraction ...  Read More

Hi team, I want to know whether chronic sinus causes weight loss or not, And am suffering from sinus almost like 3 yrs Thanks in advance

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No,, but what is your age,, are you diabetic...? Consult on-line ...  Read More

Hi doctor. Does consuming cow/buffalo milk also causes cavities? Am thinking to replace breast milk with cow/buffalo milk in bottle at night. Does it help in avoiding cavities?

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Giving milk in a bottle that too at night is not at all advisable. A child having caries is mainly due to breast feeding or bottle (through nipple) feeding specially at night. It is called Early Child ...  Read More

Hi, One of the doctor told me i have sinus but just wanted to know does sinus or post nasal drip can cause foul smell or bad breathe ? And if yes than what will be the solution for it..as it makes ones self confidence really down...

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Do alkaline nasal douching , it will help you out with this problem ...  Read More

Hi sir/mam, Blood vomit occurred. X ray showed infection, my wife general doctor suggested me to take ct. CT shows cavity In lungs. Took sputum test it got failed for tb. She is currently checking regarding this. However, I am curious so I posted to now what more test could possibly identify the root cause of the issue Age:31

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Do Cbnaat or gene expert test..Do a online consultation with Pulmonologist for better evaluation and treatment ...  Read More

Root canal specialist ruptured my sinus and sealer from root canal went inside. Oral surgeon says he cannot remove and sent me to a ENT. Have read that an endoscopy of the sinus might be able to take it out but the risk of smell loss and taste loss can't permanent - does this always happen?

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It doesn't happen usually. It needs to be removed. ...  Read More

I have cavity in my wisdom tooth dentist have done permanent filling...but he can not remove cavity completely some decay remains under the filling because he told more drilling can expose the nerve so now my question is the remaining decay portion underneath the filling will cause any problem or not??will it progress ? He done composite blue light

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Yes it can progress in future and that tooth may require root canal in future ...  Read More

Hey the photo I have attached is my cavity i have been noticing for a few months. It is not causing any pain or sensitivity but just a visible spot. I just wanted to ask if i should get a filling done or if i take proper care, can the cavity ve reversed?

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Hello and thank you for sharing your concern and photo. If the spot you're seeing is a non-painful cavity with no sensitivity, it’s likely in the early enamel stage or superficial dentin stage. Her ...  Read More

I suffer from chronic sinus issues that are triggered by humid environments. Daily practice of Kapalbhati and Jal Neti keeps me completely symptom-free, but if I skip them for 2–3 days, the problem returns. A doctor prescribed a nasal spray and tablet, which help but require regular use. I’m concerned about becoming dependent on medication and am l

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Continue jalneti. That would be enough but use good sterile water. Can try over the counter nasal wash like neti wash or naso wash. Better than just plain water ...  Read More

I have a sinus issue which activates due to dust, masala, or temperature change. I use AZEFLO nasal spray, is it safe to use during pregnancy? And without this spray, no other spray works, is it addictive?

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It's generally safe. Can try using saline spray instead and see. Meet ENT and discuss the same ...  Read More

Hello doctor, My 17 month old daughter got cavity in her one teeth ...what should I do please help 🙏🙏

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Please get it examined..it maybe a stain. ...  Read More

My 1.5 year baby has cavities. We got her fillings and fluoride varnish for all teeth. So I have stopped day time breastfeeding. But night its being very very difficult. Can I continue night feeds. Do cavities again arise if I continue bf at night? If I try to wipe her teeth after feed she is waking up and start crying. Am very worried about this p

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Hello The cavities might develop again when you breast-feed at night . Only way to avoid cavities is avoiding cleaning at night If possible ...  Read More

What is is issue here in sinuses and masal cavity?? kindly check images and provide answer only if any issue here

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There are 2 cavities in my teeth.. and sometimes did get stuck between them.. what should i do doctor

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From what I can see in the photo that you’ve posted, the cavities might be a bit deep but I can’t be 100% about it until I have an xray to read. Does any of your tooth pain when food gets stuck? Or ...  Read More

How to know If i have cavity in my mouth..cause sometimes i feel a little pain inside my teeth . I see a very little brown spot in my molar teeth

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Hi frankly patients can't know unless they visit a dental clinic for a check up. So visit a dentist . You will possibly also need x-rays. As some dental cavity are not visible on the outside. Avoid s ...  Read More

Hello doctor, I want to get a sinus test done. Which test is best for sinusitis. X ray or CT scan or MRI? Thank you.

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CT ...  Read More

Since today lot of bleeding has started from my tooth that has cavity since long and only some part of tooth is left cause it is decayed mostly and the gums are bleeding and also there is a ulcer at the side of my tooth Kindly suggest what to do as there was no pain earlier but now its little bit painful

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Most probably you need extraction/removal of tooth.( as per your description). Maintain oral hygiene. Do Visit a local dentist for physical evaluation, x ray and treatment ( as required) ...  Read More

Which toothpaste should used to protect from cavity..if you are prone to cavities what should be done for protection

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Hello Do brush twice daily with Enafix paste ...  Read More

Sir/mam does sleeping after eating chocolate in day time for approx 2 hours can cause enamel erosion or tooth cavity not daily but twice in a week??

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Sticky carbohydrates ( chocolates) are not easily removed from the teeth by themselves. ( They are not self cleansing). When the sugars stay in touch with tooth for long, the bacteria in the plaque/ m ...  Read More

Does homeopathy have treatment for sinus ? How long usually it take to get relief from it or can it be cured permanently

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Yes . There can be relief from symptoms within few minutes or few days with right remedy Consult online ...  Read More

Is there any permanent treatment for sinus ? During cold my nose gets stuffy .. Can multivitamins help ? Thanks. Neerja

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Take steam inhalation twice daily ...  Read More

How can i cure my mild sinus problem which takes around 10 -15 days to recover in winter times... Can you please suggest natural, remedies to reduce sinus completely

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First thing CT PNS ...  Read More

Is there any ayurvedic treatment to cure sinus permanently??????????????????????????????????????????

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I guess there is no treatment as such available ...  Read More

I am having reoccurring sinus problem due to my allergies . I am under allergic immunotherapy medication. I have regular headache and thick mucus which is yellow in morning. I did antibiotic course of augmentin for 5 days but again i got same situation after 15 days.

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I want to know about ur ct scan details . If u are diagnosed with sinusitis - depending on the severity, I think it is mild to moderate from ur statement. We need to plan ur further management. Sinu ...  Read More

It is possible 3 year boy have sinus problem .as he is always suffering from cold i don't know what can be reason for this

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Yes its possible. Mainly due to Allergy. ...  Read More

Can u please tell me is this cavity or not..?? What precautions should I take?? Can I use Listerine regularly after brushing??

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This is stain.. ...  Read More

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