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I want to replace my PFM crowns to eliminate the grey lines

Q. I need to get two old PFM front crowns replaced (they have metal posts) and two veneers to match. My own dentist said that I cannot have all porcelain crowns because of the posts and that he’ll have to do PFG crowns. I am desperately unhappy with my teeth and want to eliminate the [...]

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How long does a single implant take and what are the costs

Q. i want to get an implant done to replace one side missing tooth how long does the procedure take and what are the cost and risks bearing in mind am a busy nurse and working mum with kids.
 
A. the procedure to place a dental implant takes around 1 hour. once the implant is placed [...]

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I have had a new crown and now my tooth is very sensitive

Q. a crown fell off i have since had a new crown fitted but it is so sensitive i cannot eat or drink on it even cleaning it hurts my dentist wanted to remove the crown but could not so he has recommended that the tooth is removed i feel that this would not have [...]

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My front teeth are thin with acid erosion from an eating disorder

Q. My two front teeth have been eroded and thinned (thick at the gum then really slim down at the bottom) due to acid erosion caused by years of an eating disorder. Now those days are truly well behind me I am left with a reminder when I see these two eroded front teeth, which [...]

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My dentist says I need a full mouth reconstruction which I cannot afford

Q. I have 7 old crowns and all my teeth are filled. My dentist has said my back teeth are breaking away and my gums are in bad shape. I am currently going to have root cleaning treatment as well as regular visits in between to the hygienist. I desperately want my crowns replaced. Is [...]

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What happens after I finish my invisalign course will my teeth move back

Q. hi my questions is what happens after finishing the course wtih invisible braces ? what would be the next step ? what can be done to stop teeth from going back to its previous shape ? and is the next step as invisble as the first ? thank you
 
A. after any brace treatment is [...]

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I am unhappy as my front two teeth are too big

Q. My front teeth are a lot larger than all of my others. I have been to see various consultants/specialsts unsuccessfully since I was 12 (16 years). Nobody will do anything to shorten them as the actual teeth are strong and healthy. I have filed them down slightly but this hasn\’t helped. What can I [...]

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Front teeth is very discoloured after root canal can I fix this for my wedding

Q. One of my front teeth is very discoloured due to root canal treatment ten years ago. I am due to marry soon and would like to have this rectified so that I can smile on my big day! My dentist has told me a veneer would not cover the darkness and nothing can be [...]

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Do dental bridges last forever or can you replace them

Q. after 10-15 years are dental bridges replaceable if they fail ?A. bridges after 10-15 years are replaceable if they fail as long as the reason for failure is not the teeth under the bridge have decayed and broken down. as long as the teeth are still intact there is no reason why this cant [...]

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I have lost a canine baby tooth which is hurting my confidence

Q. I have recently lost a baby canine tooth ( the adult tooth remains unerrupted in my gum) and am finding wearing the temporary denture very uncomfortable. I have been told that a bridge is not possible as the tooth by the gap is fragile so need to explore other options. Would I be able [...]

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How much will it cost to fix my teeth

Q. Hi Dr Solanki, I have been looking at the cosmetic dentistry smile makeovers on the kiss dental website. I have never been to a dentist, i’m 28 years old and have very crooked teeth which are discoloured and as you can imagine lead to low self esteem. I thoroughly dislike having my picture taken [...]

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My left canine wont grow into its space and incisor is wobbly

Q. I’m a 19 year old girl and have had trouble with my left Canine tooth. For some reason the tooth didnt grow down and so i had one tooth pulled out (to create space) and an operation to uncover the Canine. I was told there may be problems with its Growth, luckily the tooth [...]

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I am having a procera 10 crown bridge is this porcelain

Q. I am having a ten crown bridge for upper jaw. I think I want Procera. Is Procera 100% porcelain, or porcelian fused to metal?
 
A. Procera is an all porcelain material which is much stronger than regular porcelain used in dentistry. it is made from an alumina core which is white in colour. there is [...]

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I have an upper denture and lost a lot of teeth I can not afford dental implants

Q. Hello I have a partial upper denture and have lost a lot of teeth in the lower jaw. All the remaining teeth that are left were crowned approx 10 years ago. I cannot afford a lot of implants but am wondering if implanted retained dentures would be a possibility. I had a panoramic xray [...]

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I have sensitive teeth after a cerec crown

Q. I have one Cerec crown and due to have more. However I am nervous as when preparing this particular tooth some of the dentine of the tooth has been left exposed. It is sensitive to cold (wasn’t a problem before) but has settled down a little. My dentist coated the area but I am [...]

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I need my front four teeth straightened

Q. Hi there, I would like the front four teeth straightened out and all my teeth whitened, i have no idea how much this would cost of how i can have this done!! im not sure where the nearest cosmetic dentist is near me but im willing to go to London. i have never had [...]

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My front teeth are overcrowded and I look like a vampire

Q. Hello, I’m considering cosmetic surgery on my teeth because they are overcrowding my front teeth- on either side- i look like a vampire! Do you think you can straighten them out?
 
A. Hello, gone are the days that you have to live with crooked teeth. there are many ways to straighten your teeth out and [...]

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top teeth are over crowded and front teeth stick out

Q. I am 24 and my top teeth are extremly overcrowded and its ruining my life, my front tooth is much higher than the rest and sticks out a lot my dentist is not very symathetic and i find it really hard to talk about,i have a dental phobia and really need somabody to help [...]

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my teeth are decayed and I keep having an abcesses

Q. I have a few teeth however they are all decayed I keep having abcesses, I am interested in dentures
A. if all the remaining teeth are decayed and causing you pain, then the best thing would be to have the teeth extracted and a denture placed. There are many better options than dentures today, to [...]

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I have had root canal treatment twice do I need an apicectomy

Q. I have had a route canal done about 4 yrs ago, had to have it done twice as the nerve was not fully taken out 1st time. Have been experience pain in the same tooth which lasted 24hrs. I kept taking Paracetamol which has now killed the pain. Can you advice me what is [...]

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