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As I’m a student I can’t afford to pay for the dental treatment I need, what should I do?

Wednesday, December 5th, 2012

Hello, I have been interested in getting dental treatment for some time.

A tooth at the front is slightly brought forward in comparison to the other one, and there is a slight gap, I have researched and visited several dentists about this whom have advised me, however as I am a student all of these costs are out of my reach.

Could you please provide me with your advice in regards to this matter as I would like to deal with this issue now rather than later.

I look forward to hearing from you

Sam

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Are clear braces definitely unnoticeable?

Wednesday, December 5th, 2012

Hi there, i am getting braces very shortly. According to my mum she said that he said they will not be noticeable? is this clear braces i only have 3-4 teeth max to correct.

I am a bit confused as you may be aware i am 17 and quite scared to be honest i must admit i just need some clear basic advice from a professional 🙂

Many thanks for your answers i appreciate everyones contribution!

I have heard they at at least Â£3000 clear ones but why so much money… My dentist said i will have a 6 month treatment to 8 month treatment which is good i guess a good sign indeed… but i have also heard if you have a fixed brace you get clear ones free or something? ( i may be wrong there i dont know for 100% sure!

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My dentist told me I have a calcified canal where my crown was, I don’t want my tooth extracted, please help!

Wednesday, December 5th, 2012

hello !

I had t put a ceramic crown on a molar , last year.
and about 2 months ago, It starts to hurt , and i felt t much pain , then the dentist ask me to wait intil it falls.
so, i waited and when it falls, i went to the dentist and there was a cavity, and the radio show that there is calcified canal, so he tld me that i have to extract it.
is there any solution please. help me.
the molar is infected (according to the dentist) and he told me that whith the calcification he cant reach to the infected place.
is there any other solution.

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What is the best brace used to treat crooked bottom teeth and overlapping front teeth?

Wednesday, December 5th, 2012

Hello, I have a problem with my teeth; they are very crooked on the bottom and the front two teeth overlap and one sticks right out, which gives the front 4 teeth the in/ out effect and this is due to only one front tooth falling out as a child and not giving enough room for the other to grow. I am wondering what the best treatment available is and what would be involved as well as an estimate cost, how long am i likely to wear braces? thank you for your time.

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How do I go about getting my chipped tooth fixed?

Wednesday, December 5th, 2012

Hi there

i have nice teeth all round but i have a problem with my two front teeth, as i teen i may have chipped them and i have noticed that the “chip” is getting bigger. The chip is in the middle of my two front teeth.
i was wondering if it is possible to file them to make them appear rounded? My two front teeth are large anyway so i do feel that this is possible? Would they both have to be altered? I don’t know how to go about getting this done. please get back to me asap….
Thanks

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I need treatment for teeth staining but have a fear of dentists. What can I do?

Monday, December 3rd, 2012

I spent years in the forces but despite this I have a fear of dentists and therefore have not been to a dentist for over 25 yrs. I feel my smile and teeth are holding me back in my career, they are all in tact but discoloured and stained and not a smile anyone would be proud off.
The trouble is I can not afford to correct this are there options as I do feel it is holding my career back?
A straight perfect smile is as much of importance as clean polished shoes I have tried everything to clean my teeth to no avail and I see treatment would cost thousands of which is beyond my reach.
I don’t know what to do or where too turn as i think it is now out of control.

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I need dental implants to replace my top teeth. But I am on low income. What are my options?

Monday, December 3rd, 2012

I don’t get income support, but I do get disability payments. I can’t wear my top teeth anymore as they don’t fit and I’m fed up with them falling out, especially when I’m talking. I can’t eat while wearing them, so I don’t bother to pu.t them in anymore. I would like to have dental implants, bit I’m not sure if I have enough bone. Also I don’t want them to cost me the earth. as I am on low income. can u please give me some advice. I really would like to be able to smile again, but at the moment, I can’t
Yours Respectfully

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Could dental bridge damage or rot other teeth in my mouth?

Friday, November 30th, 2012

Hi,i had to have a tooth extraction after root canal treatment as i had a hairline crack in my root.I’m considering a dental bridge but have been advised that it can damage or rot the other teeth that it attaches to..is this correct? Also would it start to pull the teeth that it attaches to inwards? Help! I’m wary and nervous now,dont wont to harm any other teeth…also do i have to take bridge out to ensure adequate brushing and cleaning or does the bridge stat in place whilst brushing?

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What would be my best option to replace my dental crowns?

Friday, November 30th, 2012

Hi
I have two crowns fitted at the top of my mouth which are next to each other the right side of my two front teeth and they both keep coming off from time to time and I either swallow them or manage to get them in time I would like to know what would be my best option replace them with crowns, bridge or a plate. I am a nervous patient and want the simplest answer to this. Without too much work going on in my mouth.

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My husband’s dental bridge has broken for the third time. Why is this happening?

Thursday, November 29th, 2012

Hello Dr.,
My husband has had a temporary 6-tooth bridge fitted (for his front teeth)
however, this bridge has now broken for the third time (even though he is being careful what he eats). The first one that was fitted trapped his gums and was very uncomfortable. The second one broke off at both ends. The third one broke off at one end and at his request, the tooth has been cemented back in, but is cutting into his gum which is now very sore and a little inflamed. Is he right to be extremely nervous about having the permanent one fitted and is he perfectly within his rights to request a temporary that he is happy with first ?
Your input would be much appreciated. Thankyou

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