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Can CEREC get me the white and flat crowns that I want?

Tuesday, August 31st, 2010
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Hi, I’ve had 12 teeth in my top set all crowned on 2 occasions. 1st time they were great, but I wanted a whiter colour. 2nd time they came out grey looking, and I’m not keen on the shape of some of them. I would like flat white (not translucent) , even teeth. I know they look false, but it’s what I want. Can this be done with CEREC? How long do CEREC crowns last for? Can I get the whole lot done in a short time? Thanks,
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This can certainly be done and… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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I am 13 and one of my teeth is really crooked. Can I get braces on the NHS?

Tuesday, August 31st, 2010
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I am 13 and the tooth next to my left front tooth is noticably croooked, is there anything I can do to get it straightend, would braces work and if they would could I get them off the NHS, if they would help and I cant get them off the NHS how much will they cost?,
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Your case needs to be assessed… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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I have 2 black spots on my tongue, did the teeth whitening laser burn me?

Tuesday, August 31st, 2010
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Since having my teeth whitening by laser my tongue has increasingly felt hot and I am unable to use mouthwash because it burns. I have now noticed two black spots on my tongue. Do you think this might be due to burning by the Laser?,
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I would contact your dentist w… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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My back tooth is crumbling, what should I do?

Tuesday, August 31st, 2010
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i have just found a few shavings of tooth in my mouth, on inspection it seems my 2nd to last tooth on top row at back is crumbling… i can feel with my tongue what appears to be a small gap between tooth and gum…what do i do?,
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Contact a dentist to have the … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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How can I straighten my crooked front teeth?

Tuesday, August 31st, 2010
Q.
I have a 3 unit porcelaine brige due to having a missing tooth which is 2 back from my two front teeth. My problem now is that my two front teeth are slightly crooked. They look OK from front but you notice it from the side. What is the best way to straighten them? Could I wear an Inman Alligner? I would rather not have veneers as my front 2 teeth are healthy. I am in my fifties. Thank you,
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Some form of orthodontics is l… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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I suffer from amelogenisis imperfecta, can I receive cheap implants because of this?

Tuesday, August 31st, 2010
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hi, Im 22 years old and i have inherited a tooth problem called amelogenisis imperfecta. All my teeth are affected by this. Im getting married in 18months and would absolutly love a great smile. Is there anyway of getting implants done cheaply as its a genetic disorder and couldnt be helped, or do i have to pay out money i dont have. Would be grateful to hear from you,
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Implants in my practice are on… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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Can I receive braces on the NHS?

Tuesday, August 31st, 2010
Q.
hi i am 19, i receive benefits, working, child tax, housing benefits, council tax and child benefit..i am about to be a full time student… my partner works and i would like to use braces to close my 2 front teeth and correct them because sometimes i get little “fish bites” inside my mouth ….can i get them with nhs? if yes what do i need to do? thanks :),
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It is highly unlikely that the… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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I have a natural gap between my front teeth which has been made worse by my thumb sucking habit. I think I know what I need, but am I right?

Monday, August 23rd, 2010
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I have a natural gap between my front teeth which has been made worse by my thumb sucking habit. The gap 1s 5mm at the top anad 7mm at the bottom. I’m not an expert but what I think I need is a brace to push my teeth back to counteract the effects of thumb sucking (I’m hoping that I could use invisalign). I suspect that following that, porcelain veneers would be my only option? I’m 30 years old.,
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You are along the right tracks… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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Two dentists have told me two different things concerning my tooth. Who do I believe?

Monday, August 23rd, 2010
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I had a infection in a tooth I was given some antibiotics and was told i needed a root canal filling (?) by a private dentist. I then went to see a NHS dentist who told me that the tooth was fine and it did not need a filling… both took x-rays of the tooth? I have no pain at the moment so who do I belive.. regards,
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Please discuss this with your … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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Can dental resin cause a bad smell?

Monday, August 23rd, 2010
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i recently had a chipped tooth restored with resin. my question is, can resin cause distorted smell,
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No – altered smell has nothing… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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