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Li Cui
Dentistry
About me
Graduated with a master's degree in Clinical Dentistry from Central South University in 2008, has been engaged in clinical dentistry for 9 years, currently a Ph.D. student at the School of Materials Science and Engineering at Central South University. A member of the Chinese Stomatological Association, a member of the Dental Pulp Committee of the Hunan Branch of the Chinese Stomatological Association, a member of the Hunan Oral Health Management Committee, and has extensive clinical experience.
Proficient in diseases
Diagnosis and treatment of dental caries, pulpitis, various types of periapical periodontitis, periodontitis, dental implant surgery.
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How is gingivitis treated in adolescence?
Gingivitis during adolescence may also be due to the patient's negligence in oral hygiene, chronic staying up late, binge eating and drinking, or frequent consumption of spicy and irritating foods, leading to poor oral hygiene. However, some gingivitis in adolescence is also due to changes in the patient's internal sex hormones, which temporarily enhance the inflammation of the gums. Generally, some inflammation can subside on its own after adolescence, but typical gingival inflammation cannot completely heal. At this time, it is advised that patients pay attention to oral hygiene. They could consider dental cleaning to remove plaque and tartar, and combine this with some oral medications for treatment, which generally can lead to recovery. If patients often neglect their diet, it is recommended that they adjust to a healthy dietary lifestyle and undergo regular check-ups, which can generally lead to recovery.
Can cheilitis be cured by drinking more water?
When patients experience cheilitis, they should drink more water as appropriate. While it may not completely cure the cheilitis, it is helpful for the repair of the condition. Cheilitis is generally a seasonal issue; during the dry weather of autumn and winter, prolonged irritation to the lips can occur. Since the skin on the lips is particularly delicate, it might lead to cheilitis. When symptoms like peeling, dryness, bleeding, and pain occur in cheilitis, it is advised that patients apply some anti-inflammatory ointment for treatment. Additionally, patients should pay attention to their diet, opting for lighter foods and avoid frequently touching the affected area with their hands. Furthermore, it is recommended that when speaking or chewing food, patients should keep their mouths minimally open. Opening the mouth too wide can cause the lips to crack and bleed, which is counterproductive to the recovery from cheilitis.
Can gingivitis be transmitted through kissing?
The patient presents with gingivitis, generally due to intrinsic causes. It could be caused by the patient's internal heat leading to inflamed gums, resulting in gingivitis and periodontitis. Typically, kissing does not lead to transmission because it is not a contagious disease. It is advised that the patient pays attention to their oral hygiene, regularly undergoes dental cleaning, and avoids causing other dental diseases. Gingivitis and oral ulcers do not spread through kissing. However, it is recommended that the patient seeks timely treatment and avoids kissing during this time. While it does not cause contagion, it can lead to the spread of some bacteria in the mouth, which may exacerbate the condition. Therefore, early treatment is advised, but there is no need for excessive worry.
Has the lip inflammation healed if the skin has peeled off?
Cheilitis is more common in the dry autumn and winter seasons. It may be due to the delicate skin on the lips being irritated by the dry climate, leading to dermatitis, or it could be caused by the lips coming into contact with some allergenic substances, which can also result in localized inflammation of the lip skin. If the skin on the lips of a patient with cheilitis starts to peel, it is advised not to tear it off with hands, as it generally indicates that healing is occurring slowly. Therefore, it is recommended that patients should relax, pay attention to daily lip care, maintain lip moisture, hydrate promptly, and avoid frequently licking their lips with their tongue. Long-term stimulation like this can lead to inflammation of the lips, causing the skin to crack, and even bleed.
Cheilitis is divided into several types.
Cheilitis is a relatively common oral inflammation in dentistry, with allergic cheilitis being a common type. Allergic cheilitis may occur when the patient's lips come into contact with certain allergenic substances, such as lipstick, lip balm, or medications. If these components cause discomfort to the patient's lips, it can trigger an allergy, leading to localized red rashes, peeling, and itching of the lips. There is also a type called chronic cheilitis, which generally arises from internal heat in the patient’s body, or a deficiency in certain vitamins and trace elements, leading to dry and cracked lips. Another type is seasonal cheilitis, which occurs during the dry climate of autumn and winter, causing the lips to become inflamed due to the dry weather. This type of cheilitis is generally mild and can be alleviated quickly by applying some anti-inflammatory ointment locally. Patients need not be overly concerned but should relax, paying more attention to daily dietary hygiene.
What is the difference between angular cheilitis and cheilitis?
Angular cheilitis usually occurs only at the two corners of the mouth, also commonly referred to as "cracked corners of the mouth." The surface may show some whitish substances and appear moist. Patients might avoid opening their mouths wide, as doing so can cause significant pain due to the worsening of the sores at the corners. This may even prevent patients from eating normally. Angular cheilitis generally refers to various inflammatory conditions of the lips, such as cracking, bleeding, and peeling, which could be caused by changes in the weather. For example, during the dry seasons of autumn and winter, patients' lips are prone to these inflammatory symptoms, showing signs like cracking, bleeding, and peeling. It is advised that patients should not peel off the skin with their hands, as this can increase the risk of infective inflammation. Thus, angular cheilitis is different from cheilitis.
What to soak and drink for gingivitis?
If the patient has gingivitis caused by excessive internal heat, it is appropriate to soak some honeysuckle or drink chrysanthemum tea. However, using only these herbal teas for the treatment of gingivitis will not be very effective. It is recommended that patients address the underlying causes of their gingivitis, whether it be dental caries or pulpitis that is causing the gum inflammation. It is advised that patients seek treatment in a hospital under the guidance of a professional doctor. Taking anti-inflammatory drugs or pain relievers as appropriate can be very effective in reducing inflammation. Additionally, using traditional Chinese medicine to clear heat and detoxify can also help reduce inflammation and internal heat. Patients should focus on a bland diet and avoid spicy and irritating foods. Maintaining a regular diet and lifestyle and developing good habits are also recommended. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a professional doctor.)
What should I do about recurrent cheilitis?
There are many types of cheilitis, and when patients experience recurrent cheilitis, it is recommended that patients first understand the type of cheilitis. It is commonly seen in allergic cheilitis or some contact cheilitis, or some chronic cheilitis, and different types of cheilitis have different treatments. If it is allergic cheilitis, a little anti-allergy medication, such as loratadine, can be used. Taking one tablet before bedtime each day, usually for two or three days, can be very effective. If it is a type of chronic cheilitis, such as irritation from strong light or other detrimental irritations, such as the patient frequently licking with their tongue, being in a chronically moist environment, it will not heal easily. For this type of cheilitis, in addition to applying some anti-inflammatory ointments or recombinant human epidermal growth factor gel locally, both can be very effective, but the patient must not lick it with the tongue. Licking it afterwards can cause some of the moisture in the lips to evaporate, leading to slow healing of the lips. (Please use medications under a doctor's guidance.)
Is aloe vera gel effective for angular cheilitis?
Angular cheilitis is a very common clinical oral disease and is also a type of stomatitis. There are many causes for this disease; it involves some bacterial infections, but most cases are due to malnutrition or improper nutrient absorption according to the patient's condition. When angular cheilitis occurs, it is recommended that patients pay attention to local oral hygiene and avoid frequently stimulating the area with hands. Applying some aloe vera gel can also help as it has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. In cases of severe angular cheilitis, it is advised that patients visit a hospital and under the guidance of a doctor, use anti-inflammatory and antibacterial medications. Additionally, in terms of diet, it is important to increase the intake of vitamins and consume more fresh vegetables and fruits, which can significantly aid in improving angular cheilitis. (The use of medications should be conducted under the guidance of a professional doctor.)
Will applying honey on cheilitis worsen it?
Cheilitis is also a type of oral inflammation, especially common in clinical settings. It is usually caused by cold, dry seasons, and is more prevalent in the dry seasons of autumn and winter. It may also be due to bad habits such as lip biting, or a deficiency in vitamins and various trace elements in the body, which leads to a decrease in immune function and the occurrence of cheilitis. Applying honey can moisturize the lips, but many cases of cheilitis present with cracking, bleeding, or even severe pain. It is advised that patients seek treatment at a standard hospital and follow a doctor's guidance in applying anti-inflammatory ointment, which can be very effective in treating cheilitis. It is recommended that patients avoid frequently touching their lips with their hands, as the skin on the lips is delicate. During dry weather, it is important to take care of the intestines, drink more water, and avoid peeling the skin off with your hands.