Dental Case: Problems

Acute Infection and Necrotic Tissue Formation on Posterior Molar – Early Signs of Spreading Dental Abscess

Severity:

Critical

Teeth Problems:

Jaw pain

Bone infection (osteomyelitis)

Gum infection

Full Analysis and Diagnosis

Upon zooming in at 100%, the molar region (likely third molar or second molar area) shows grayish-black necrotic tissue, possibly indicating infection or tissue death. There is yellowish exudate or pus, a clear sign of acute infection. The gum tissue around the infected site appears inflamed. The adjacent tooth structure is partially covered by infected tissue with visible gum swelling. This can be a sign of pericoronitis, abscess, or developing dry socket (if post-extraction).

Tooth Extraction Aftercare: 15-Day Healing Guide and What Happens If You Ignore It

Severity:

Critical

Teeth Problems:

Tooth extraction pain

Dental Case Analysis: Missing Tooth & Gum Healing Evaluation

Visual Findings

Upon examination of the image, there appears to be a missing lower molar. The gum tissue in the empty space shows partial healing, with some mild redness and possible irritation. The surrounding teeth appear intact but show early signs of plaque accumulation near the gum line.

This condition could be the result of:

A recent tooth extraction,

Tooth Pain After Filling: Causes, Healing Time, and What to Do If Your Tooth Still Hurts After 24 Hours

Severity:

Critical

Teeth Problems:

Dental Fillings

1) Short summary of what’s likely happening

After a recent filling, mild sensitivity for a few days is common, especially to hot, cold or pressure. But the combination you describe — pain when drinking (likely thermal or fluid pressure) and a squeaking/grating feeling during chewing — raises a few possibilities:

Likely causes (ranked by probability)

Wisdom Tooth Impaction: Why Early Removal Matters for Your Oral Health

Severity:

Teeth Problems:

Case Analysis:

Upon examining the dental X-ray, it shows a partially erupted third molar (wisdom tooth) that is horizontally impacted against the adjacent second molar. This type of impaction is known to cause several complications if left untreated.

Urgent Dental Evaluation Required: Preventing Minor Issues from Escalating

Severity:

Critical

Teeth Problems:

Bleeding gums

Gum disease

Treatment Process & Time Frame (Based on General Dental Practice)

Rampant Early Childhood Caries: Diagnosis, Urgent Management & Definitive Treatment Options

Severity:

Critical

Teeth Problems:

Tooth Extraction Dental

Loose tooth

Immediate visual diagnosis (short)

This image shows severe, rampant early childhood caries (S-ECC) of the maxillary primary teeth with extensive coronal destruction on both sides. Multiple primary molars appear non-restorable clinically (large cavitated lesions with dark necrotic dentine), and several teeth likely have pulpal involvement or necrosis. The upper anterior teeth look comparatively preserved, which is a typical pattern in bottle/formula/sugary-feed ECC.

Healthy baby teeth mean a strong foundation for adult teeth - treat early, smile brighter later!

Severity:

Teeth Problems:

Case Study: Tooth Decay and Gum Infection in a Child (Age 6–9)

Parent’s Concern

“My child complains of pain and discomfort at the back teeth. The gums look irritated and there’s a dark spot on the tooth.”

Clinical Observation (From Image)

Upon detailed zoom examination of the image:

The lower molar shows visible brownish decay, possibly from a large cavity or broken filling.

Tartar vs. Plaque: What’s the Real Difference and How to Stop the Damage

Severity:

Critical

Teeth Problems:

Tartar (calculus)

Did You Know?

Plaque and tartar aren’t the same thing — but they’re closely related! Understanding how they form and how to treat them is key to maintaining a healthy, confident smile.

What Is Plaque?

Plaque is a soft, sticky film made up of bacteria, food particles, and saliva that forms on your teeth every single day.
You can usually feel it as a fuzzy layer when you haven’t brushed in a while.

Impacted Wisdom Tooth: Causes, Jaw Lock Symptoms, Healing Timeline, and Safe Salt Water Rinse Routine

Severity:

Critical

Teeth Problems:

Impacted wisdom tooth

Wisdom Teeth

Quick radiographic findings (what I see)

Impacted mandibular third molar(s) (wisdom tooth/teeth) with a mesio-horizontal / mesioangular impaction — the crown is tipped toward the second molar and is at least partially covered by bone/soft tissue.
The impacted crown is in close proximity to the distal surface/roots of the adjacent second molar → this raises risk of decay/resorption of the second molar and increased surgical difficulty.

Dry Socket or Normal Healing? What to Expect After Tooth Extraction - Signs, Stages & When to See a Dentist

Severity:

Critical

Teeth Problems:

Extraction

Post-extraction swelling

Thanks — I looked closely at the photo. I can’t give a definitive medical diagnosis from a single photo, but I’ll walk you through what I can see, the differences between normal healing / dry socket / infection, what to watch for, typical timelines, what the dentist will do, how things can get worse if left, and immediate self-care + next steps.