Archive for the ‘Dr Glaister’s Answers’ Category

What treatment can fix my class 2 overbite?

Thursday, February 18th, 2010
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hello,ive been told have class 2 overbite and my teeth slant backwards which in turn makes bottom lip not alaign with top what can be done to solve this and where is the best place for this to be done with thanks,

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

I need a tooth removing – will sedation help as I have TMJ?

Thursday, February 18th, 2010
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hi, i hope you can give me some advice as i dont seem to be getting anywhere with my dentist. i had an abcess in my top right molar ( the first big one) the dentist drained it and put antibiotics in it, and temp filling til i can get the tooth taken out. i was still getting pain in the cheek area but i also have TMJ, which is why i can not have root canal as its hard for me to keep my mouth open for long periods of time. i have been referd for IV sedation as i am a nervous patient and im a little worried on how this will be, but also my wisdom tooth on that side is grinding on my bottom molar, and causeing a dull ache, my dentist said its a dead tooth and i have a cross bite, what does this mean? im 34 and never had a problem with my teeth til 3 months ago.,

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

Is maryland bridge good replacement for missing teeth?

Thursday, February 18th, 2010
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My son is missing two teeth. He is too young to have implants (17 y.o. and still growing). I understand that a Maryland Bridge would be a good option and that one using Zirconium is best as it is white rather than the dark metal used in conventional Marylands. What is your opinion and do you offer this type of bridge? thank you!!,

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

Need veneers but could you tell me the disadvantages of bonding?

Wednesday, February 17th, 2010
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Hello, i have been grinding my teeth for a while now and my two top front teeth are worn down one alot more then the other, i waer a night guard so there wont be any further damage. i have been to my dentist he says i need four veneers on my top teeth as this will work out to be very expensive i was thinkin could i not just have the top two bonded?? or just the one which is the worst they are not that bad just the one being shorter then the other really bothers me? also what are the disadvantages of teeth bonding?? Thankyou in advance for you answer,

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

Dentist shaved cap down but still feels too prominent?

Wednesday, February 17th, 2010
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Is it usual for a cap to be too large and as a result the dentist has to grind it down in order to bite correctly. having recently had a back tooth capped and ground down it still does not feel right when chewing. It feels as though the cap is still too prominent. What would you suggest? Many thanks,

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

Is it normal that daughter has been given retainer before braces?

Wednesday, February 17th, 2010
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Hello,my daughter had been waiting two years for a brace. The first year we found she had never actualy been refered which was a mistake on the dentist part. We were quickly sent to an orthodontic’s who said due to funding it would be 12-18mths. This was April 2009. I went back in January 2010 and was told there was no funding for the next year on complaining and discussing the situation. I was told that they would fit a brace today 2/2/10 on going today they have fitted a removable retainer for 6-9mths. Is this normal practice, she will then have to have a fixed brace for 12-18mths. I thought retainers were fitted at the end. Please answer honsetly as I feel misinformed.,

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

Is there an alternative to treat overcrowded teeth?

Tuesday, February 16th, 2010
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I have increasing overcrowding of my bottom front teeth, they are going more and more uneven. I am 50. Is there a good ‘quickfix’ cosmetic alternative to orthodontic realignment? (I don’t want to have to wear a brace for up to 20 months). If yes – how does it compare price wise with the price of orthodontic work?,

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

Can I get implants on the NHS as state of teeth is making me depressed?

Tuesday, February 16th, 2010
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Hi I have had a denture since the age of 17 due to a bad motorbike accident, i am now 42 i have always hated having dentures, i lost 2 front teeth and gum, i am currently on income support and bringing up 5 children,I have noticed now more attention goes on me, now they are growing up i am getting more depressed and losing confidence due to my teeth as it look to me that i have a wonky smile and my teeth are different sizes, i was wondering could i get implants done on the NHS thank you,

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

Can I have composite veneers replace to improve teeth colour?

Tuesday, February 16th, 2010
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Hello, Im an 18 year female and I suffer from a genetic condition with my teeth which meant my enamel didnt develop properly, as a child this meant I had quite heaily stained teeth which I found really hard to deal with. At the age of 14, I was sent to London by my dentist to a childrens dentist to have composite veneers fitted. In a way this helped and I gained some confidence back in my smile but 4 years later Im still really unhappy. I dont want a hollywood glistening smile but I do want white teeth and that hasnt been achieved with these composite veneers. Is it possible to have these veneers removed and replaced with whiter ones? or would I need to pay to have porcelain veneers done privately? Im just worried that it will cost so much, and Im so worried my composite veneers will fall off. Ive never told people about the genetic condition Ive had, but Im constantly worried people are looking at my teeth. I just want a white smile, so what sort of route will I need to take to achieve this? Thankyou for any help or advice you can give me.,

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

What can be done about front tooth filling that I hate?

Tuesday, February 16th, 2010
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Hi. I have a filling in my front tooth which I cant stand. It makes me very self conscious. Im getting married in June and want some advice on how I can be happy to smile again? Please help.,

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister