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I would like to ask if its possible to replace my original fang teeth

Q. Dear Dr, I would like to ask if its possible to replace my orignal “fang” teeth for permanent Vampire like fangs. If yes, how much would it cost. Thank you
A. I’m not sure what sort of look you’re after, perhaps you need to travel to a dentist in Transillvania to ask for a 2nd [...]

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I would like to have a silver cap that sits permanently over a tooth

Q. I would like to have a silver cap that sits permanently over a tooth, is this possible or would I have to remove a tooth and replace it with a silver one?
A. Why would you want a silver tooth?If this is what you would really like then a veneer can be made to go over [...]

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it is to bring to your notice that i have done my bds from bombay

Q. hello doctor, tis is to bring to your notice that i have done my bds from bombay having 6 months experience .i am interested in doing implantology course.i have heard that germany is a good place to learn.please guide me sir thanking you
A. Hi
There are various good courses around the world.
I would strongly recommend [...]

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I’m 21 years old and I definitely dont want any braces

Q. Hey, I’m 21 years old and I definitely dont want any braces. But, I have this one tooth between my incisor and canine which is completely crooked. It looks like I have a gap in my top half set, and then when you look close enough there is a tooth sitting at a 45 [...]

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MY TEETH AT THE FRONT ARE CROWNS AND THE SIDE ONE IS LOSE

Q. HI MY TEETH AT THE FRONT ARE CROWNS AND THE SIDE ONE IS LOSE. MY DENTIST WANTS TO PUT A PART DENTURE IN ( TAKING MY FRONT TOOTH AND SIDE TOOTH OUT FIRST) I AM CONCERNED THAT MY DENTURES WILL FALL OUT WHILE I SPEAK AND EAT E.T.C I KEEP GETTING ABCESSES I DONT [...]

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I need 3 implants in my upper left quadrant

Q. Hello Dr Glaister, I need 3 implants in my upper left quadrant following 2 failed bridges. I’m nervous about the treatment as my problem resulted from poor work of dentists. I’ve been quoted £5200 for 3 Imtec Endure implants in Antigua with a dentist who I believe is trustworthy. An alternative quote is £6500 [...]

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need a bridge on both front teeth

Q. need a bridge on both front teeth have healthy teeth both sides but dentist does not recommend this to me and advises a pallet would you advise the same.
A. Impossible to say without examining you. Your options are a denture, a bridge or implants.  If possible I would always try and opt for the [...]

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The gums of my front teeth are receding day-by-day

Q. The gums of my front teeth are receding day-by-day and the size of both of my front teeth are increasing and also my gums bleed very frequently.since i dont have an health insurance i have not consulted any dentist.which treatment do you suggest for me & what kind of insurance should i take???it would [...]

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my two front teeth are i feel long

Q. my two front teeth are, i feel, long. i have had an idea to file them down. is this possible? another thing is, i would get my teeth whitened, but i feel that it would be to expensive in the clinic, so would you advice me buying a branded one, if so, could you [...]

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What can be done for a man of 82 that has lost three crowns

Q. What can be done for a man of 82 that has lost three crowns leaving just the roots at the top along with all my back teeth top and bottom. Twelve front teeth remain six at the top and six at the bottom. What procedures would you recommend in order to achieve a smile [...]

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I am considering buying a home whitening kit via the internet

Q. Hello Dr Tennet I am considering buying a home kit via the internet to whiten my teeth. I have one veneer - upper front, and I wanted your advice on whether or not the whitening process will in any way interfere/damage or even make it a different colour to my own teeth? Also, is [...]

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My husband one week ago had a 6 tooth bridge

Q. My husband one week ago had a 6 tooth bridge(front teeth) put in. There are gaps at the top of the teeth. He had bone disease due to an injury when he was young. Is there any thing that can be done, we are discussing a partial so he would not have the gaps [...]

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my age is 27 and already lost 3 tooth

Q. my age is 27 and already lost 3 tooth out can i put another teeth on wisdom tooth
A. I don’t think this will be possible. You need to go to a dentist so that you can find out what your options are. It is very difficult to tell you without having seen youKind regards

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im due to have bridge work on my top set of teeth

Q. im due to have bridge work on my top set of teeth. It will involve two crowns on my natural teeth, the problem that i have is will this be the best option for me? i would like something that will even my smile, as i have had this type of treatment before and [...]

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My daughter has been told that she has lost most of the enamel on her teeth

Q. My daughter has been told that she has lost most of the enamel on her teeth it has worn away and they need bonding to prevent them becoming sensitive, I a concerned that she is taking this at face value without rewsearching the long term effects etc. Is this a well known method of [...]

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I have been advised that i should think about having an inman aligner

Q. I have been advised that i should think about having an inman aligner, my question is can you have them on top and bottom teeth at the same time and because of the cost I have been thinking of looking abroad, should I remain in the uk for treatment or consider abroad? Also googled [...]

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I am going to get my brace off next week

Q. I am going to get my brace off next week and want my teeth whitening.But i have a cap on my front tooth will it take to the whitening.
A. If the cap is made or covered in porcelain it will not whiten. Supervised Tray whitening by a dentist will advise you on how far [...]

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i’ve got braces on and my gums are looking unhealthy

Q. i’ve got braces on and my gums are looking unhealthy. they are inflamed. and i brush as hard as i can but it still stays the same and myorthodontist said she’ll take em off i she doesnt see a difference the next time i go to see her. WHAT DO I DO?
A. It [...]

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i a have a problem with my front tooth

Q. hello i ahave a problem with my front tooth and the doctor says that my i hve lost ALOT of bone in my teeth and is very wobbly he says to have a implant will cost me 2000 pounds and im better of having brigdes as its cheaper as well but [...]

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I chipped my two front teet about 8 years ago

Q. I chipped my two front teet about 8 years ago and I have had them capped but because I grind my teeth a lot the caps are continuously being worn and chipped. I have a night guard but they are still really noticable when I smile. How can I fix this?
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You need to go [...]

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