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I have missing teeth and broken teeth and on a budget Can i get treatment on the NHS ?

Thursday, January 31st, 2008
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Hi my teeth are a disgrace. i had a lot of work done as a child and wasnt happy to go to the dentist im still not.i really want to get my smile back i have recently broke up with my partner of 13 yrs and my confidence is shot.. i have missing teeth broken teeth they are very bad and i am embarresed by them to the point where i dont even smile properly anymore i have tried to get in an nhs dentist and have had no luck..would you be able to suggest anything or anyone that can help…i am on a budget with 3 children but i am willing to cut down on anything to pay for treatment hat i really need thankyou very much. C


dr julian caplan

Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD

Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
101 St Peters Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3EN
Web: www.avivacosmeticdentistry.co.uk Tel: 01727 854429

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I need gum reshaping and have been quoted £1000 is this expensive ?

Thursday, January 31st, 2008
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I have been told I need gum reshaping on 4 teeth and some bone removed at the same time from above one of the teeth,in preparation for 4 veneers (to close a central gap). I have been quoted £1000 for the gum work alone but feel this is quite expensive. I like the dentist and periodontist but am now worried that they are charging too much because they think I can afford it! Is there some kind of price guide for periodontal work? What do you think? C


dr rob tennet

Dr Rob Tennet

St Johns Dental Practice
18 Bennett’s Hill, Birmingham, B2 5QJ
Web: www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk

How much does a good quality upper denture cost ?

Thursday, January 31st, 2008
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I have had partial upper denture fitted nine months ago, it feels like i have an old boot in my mouth. i wonder what what the price of a quality upper denture would be. I have three front teeth left. J


dr justin glaister

Dr Justin Glaister

Umbrella
11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF
Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810

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I am considerring veneers and have been quoted £475 for teeth whitening is this too expensive ?

Thursday, January 31st, 2008
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Dear Dr Caplan, I am in the process of considering veneers on my teeth. I was told I needed a michelin splint first which I now use. The next step is whitening my teeth and I have been a little surprised by the cost of £475 as I had assumed this was a fairly strightforward procedure. I have already paid £700 for the splint so this additional cost before even considering the veneers came as a shock. The process from what I understand does not include laser treatment. My question is does this price seem fair and reasonable in your opinion? The dentist is not in the centre of London but in the home counties. Before I proceed I want to ensure that I am not being taken advantage of. Thank you for your assistance. Mr A


dr julian caplan

Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD

Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
101 St Peters Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3EN
Web: www.avivacosmeticdentistry.co.uk Tel: 01727 854429

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How much will a single tooth dental implant cost to replace a damaged front tooth if i do not need any gum work?

Thursday, January 31st, 2008
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I damaged my front tooth playing football and after some work to fix it i have now been told that it will need to come out as the fracture has grown. How much would i need to pay for an implant for one tooth, assuming that my gums don’t need any prep work? M


dr julian caplan

Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD

Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
101 St Peters Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3EN
Web: www.avivacosmeticdentistry.co.uk Tel: 01727 854429

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What can be done about receding gums and sensitive teeth?

Thursday, January 31st, 2008
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Dear Dr Solanki, My gums are receding and my teeth are now very sensitive what can I do myslef to reverse the process, does this happen because i am brushing too hard, if I use a softer brush will my gums come back. I cannot stand the pain and if i try to scratch the top of my tooth with my nail it really hurts. A.F.B


dr kailesh solanki

Dr Kailesh Solanki

Kissdental – UK Practice of the Year 2007
157 Woodsend Road, Flixton, Manchester, M41 8GN.
2 New Street, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2QS.
13 Stanley Street, Manchester, M8 8SH.
Web: www.kissdental.co.uk Tel: 0161 748 5250

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I have missing teeth and gum disease what can be done?

Thursday, January 31st, 2008
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Dear Rob since kindly receiveing my wisdom teeth i have had nothing but trouble with my teeth. i currently have to missing teeth from the back (with another on its way) and receeding gums at the front. i am not a vain lady but the thought of having no front teeth upsets me greatly could you please tell me the options i have if or when my front teeth go? and if there is an option (not on a pallet) could i have it done before all of them fall out ?? and what kind of cost would i be looking at? i look forward to hearing from you anxiously waiting K


dr rob tennet

Dr Rob Tennet

St Johns Dental Practice
18 Bennett’s Hill, Birmingham, B2 5QJ
Web: www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk

I have periodontal disease can i get cosmetic dentistry on NHS ?

Thursday, January 31st, 2008
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Hi ive been told by my dentist that i have got periodontal disease and she had given me antibiotics for this she has refered me to see an orthodontics at my local hospital my top teeth are crooked and one of them i had to have it taken out , i now wear a denture for this which i use adhesive to hold this in place, but everytime i wear it im suffering with terrible headaches. she has refered me to see an orthodontics at my local hospital as i did ask her could she straighten my teeth out she said no, my bottom 4 teeth are horrid you can see the roots of the two middle ones and either side of this the gums have receeded and when i go out when the cold hits my mouth the pain is horrendous, would i be able to have some sort of cosmetic denist surgery on the nhs as im on tax credits and i cant afford to pay the full price i havent smiled in a long time this would boost my self esteem and make me confident person i ve been told that i sufer with bad breath too help.. thankyou so much L


dr justin glaister

Dr Justin Glaister

Umbrella
11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF
Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810

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I have gum recession because I brush my teeth too hard and makes my teeth look too long, waht can be done?

Thursday, January 31st, 2008
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I have quite marked gum recession (my dentist told me that I’d brushed my teeth too hard). It affects my upper incisors most. It makes them appear very long compared to the other teeth. Can anything be done to improve the appearance


dr julian caplan

Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD

Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
101 St Peters Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3EN
Web: www.avivacosmeticdentistry.co.uk Tel: 01727 854429

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I was supposed to have braces at 17…. now im older is my only option cosmetic dentistry?

Thursday, January 31st, 2008
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Dear Dr Solanki, Im female, aged 20 I have had always wanted straight teeth and now I feel I can’t get it now. I was supposed to have braces when I was 17 but the dentist didn’t do anything about it, and I chased them up about it but nothing came about so I was annoyed as well as upset. Now cause of my age I can’t get braces and the only alternative is cosmetic denstriy, but it is expensive and im a student and can’t afford it so please could you suggest something i would be most greatful. thank you P.M.


dr kailesh solanki

Dr Kailesh Solanki

Kissdental – UK Practice of the Year 2007
157 Woodsend Road, Flixton, Manchester, M41 8GN.
2 New Street, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2QS.
13 Stanley Street, Manchester, M8 8SH.
Web: www.kissdental.co.uk Tel: 0161 748 5250

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