Archive for the ‘Q. Broken teeth’ Category

What can you suggest to help me beat my dental phobia so I can receive treatment?

Monday, April 2nd, 2012
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I haven’t been to a Dentist in 10 years or more. I am very Dentist phobic, I am an ex smoker. My teeth are very stained, I have a huge build up of plaque. I’m pretty sure I have some form of gum disease. I have a couple of teeth that feel as if they are shifting/loosening bottom front. I have a couple of back teeth that are broken. I’m really not sure how many of my teeth can be saved. My Daughter is getting married in August and I really need to get my teeth sorted once and for all. I’m ashamed of the state I have let my teeth get into. Would it be possible to have them all sorted before August if I could pluck up the courage to go. Also would a cosmetic Dentist be able to do the work if most of my teeth couldn’t be saved? Thank you.


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes

What can I do to salvage my remaining teeth and dental bridge?

Friday, March 23rd, 2012
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!5 Yrs ago I had lost a lot of my top teeth due to decay my dentist said he would have to extract the remaining ones and fit a denture .I was mortified at this as i was only 45 ,After pleading for an alternative, he said he would try and file the remaining teeth down and fit 2 bridges to make a top set of teeth .This was done and for 15 yrs i have had no problems till now. I do have poor gum health despite flossing under bridges and using electric toothbrush with corsodyl toothpaste .I simply cannot bear hygienist cleaning teeth as I have such terrible sensitivity to the cold water and this is something I have always suffered with .My dentist left the practice 5 yrs ago and it was taken over by a young female dentist who when I had 4 bottom teeth fracture extracted them and as i only had 4 teeth left suggested removing them and fitting a bottom denture .unfortunately she had trouble removing them as they were strong teeth and ripped my gums so badly I had multiple stitches .This experience was so horrendous I now am terrified to go back even though my bottom denture is really loose and so uncomfortable .Now I have pain with hot drinks under the end tooth of one of the 2 top bridges. What are my options ? as the thought of her taking out my remaining top teeth and fitting denture terrifies me.i I am on denplan with her and there are no other dentists in my area(cardiff) that will take me unless i go private and I cannot afford that as I am now 60 and on a basic state pension .Hope you can suggest what options I have. thank you regards 


Dr Safeer Butt S3 Dental – Synergistic Smile Studios Clinics in Kent, Surrey & Sussex Web: www.s3dental.co.uk Tel: 020 8398 6322 View My Profile Dr Butt

How do I close a tooth gap?

Tuesday, March 13th, 2012
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Hi,

I broke my front tooth in my childhood. Later I realized that there is a problem with my broken tooth.

Then I had gone through the Root Canal Treatment for my front 3 tooth and porcelin crowned in 2003.

In initial there was little bit gap between them.

But now the gap has been widen up and looking odd.

Could you please suggest me if there any possibility to close that gap between crowned tooth?

Thanks for your time doctor 


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes

I have damaged my tooth in an accident, how soon is too soon to have orthodontic treatment?

Monday, March 5th, 2012
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I suffered injuries to my front teeth in a serious cycling accident two months ago. A blow to the mouth damaged four teeth and I also had an abcess a week after the accident.

I have a minor chip to a canine, but the other three are more complicated.

1.1 is fractured, but vital, and has had a composite temporary restoration with a plan to crown it once 2.1 settles down.

2.2 has has RCT performed by an endodontist. 2.1 is pushed inwards and my dentist has discussed various options, including watch and wait, RCT and crown or an implant. The endodontist suggested being referred to an othodontist to have it “straightened” back to its original position, but not doing anything surgical. The tooth is vital, but my dentist advises that it might need RCT at some point in the future. What options might an othrodontist consider to “push out” from behind a single central incisor in a case like this?

Thanks for any advice offered!


Dr Andrew Moore Advance Dental Clinic 104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 08443 87 87 88 View My Profile Dr Moore

My teeth are in a terrible condition, how can I find a reputable dentist to treat me?

Tuesday, January 17th, 2012
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i have got weak, stained and broken teeth. i have also have had to have some of my teeth extracted from my mouth. i have fillings in mostly all my teeth, top and bottom. i suffer from tooth ache a lot and dont feel my dentist are doing what is needed for me. i would like to fix my broken teeth or replace these and also remove stains on my teeth. i wonder what would be best for me to look into so that i can regain confidence to smile again.
kind regards and thank you for any help you can give 


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes

I want to fix my damaged teeth, what is the best place to start?

Monday, November 14th, 2011
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First off “Hello” I am looking to get my smile back. Around 2001-2006 I stared working on fixing me damaged teeth. Why at the time they weren’t bad off as they are now. The Dentist I was seeing did 11 root canals. And the put crowns on them. Well one by one the caps/crowns came loose. Most of them I swallowed in my sleep. And now where that caps/crownshave fallen out and left stumps if teeth. It just rotted pieces that were never completely self are just fragments of teeth and a huge gaping hole. The otherrs are just rotting away. Yesterday the nail or post they put in acme out of a rotting tooth and looks all rusty and I think part is still in the gum. I also don’t have my 2 front teeth because if when the dentist did my teeth on the other sides of the front teeth that were fine, he chipped one and cracked the other one. I’m 33 years old. A mother if four beautiful children and my soul mate. I am ashamed of my self. I have panic attacks about it. I feel like I embarrass my kids. I don’t smile anymore and when I laugh I cover my mouth. My teeth have keepin me from getting a job. I have Medicaid and I am looking for someone to help me feel like myself again and look like myself. I need to focus on me and I want to stop suffering from the pain. If you don’t take medicaid I can do a payment plan.. it takes hundern of muscles to frown but only one muscle to smile. I want my life back instead of thinking about my teeth.b
Thanks for your time. If you can help or point me in the direction to get help. I will send pictures of me teeth.
With Fingers Crossed, 


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes

Can I have free treatment for my broken, damaged teeth?

Friday, November 4th, 2011
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Hi i am 26 yrs old and have rotten, loose,cracked and completely missing teeth. i try to brush them (wots left of them) but cannot because of the massive amount of pain it causes. its destroying my confidence and makes me feel incredibly aware of the state of everybody of meet teeth good or bad. i try so hard to get to a dentist but cannot afford the dental fees and have no way of raising the kind of money it would cost. Is it possible to get my teeth repaired on the nhs and what would the possible treatment be


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

What can a cosmetic dentist do to make my teeth look brighter and my gaps smaller?

Friday, November 4th, 2011
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Hi there, about 8 years ago I was unfortunate enough to be injured by a stranger in an unprovoked attack. My two front teeth were broken, one so far up the nerve was showing. My dentist had to perform root canal and I have porcelain caps on the two front teeth and a white composite on the teeth next to them. I have had many problems since then with these teeth but more recently I had a gum infection above these teeth due to my gums being swollen and not being able to clean into the caps properly. After a course of antibiotics and the hygienest clearing the plaque that had gathered above and inbetween these teeth i have been left with big gaps between my gums and teeth. My dentist said there is nothing they can do and I will have to just live with this. Is this true or can I go to a dentist that specialises in cosmetics and have the four teeth (caps and composites) replaced so they dont look as ‘dirty’ and the gaps arent so big and unsightly. I have really good oral hygiene and have never had any other work needed done to my teeth in my 30 years. A response would be much appreciated as it is really getting me down that my lovely teeth will now be like this forever. Many thanks for any advice you can give me. 


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes

My teeth are really chipped and cracked, what are my options?

Thursday, October 27th, 2011
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i have let my teeth get in a really bad state over the years and now i am scared to smile and show my teeth, my front tooth is chipped and cracked, 2 rear teeth have got holes in 1 really bad and decayed, and the enamel on my teeth has worn down and my teeth are slightly stained, i get tooth ache really bad at times but dont want any teeth removed wat would be your best advice? and any idea how much in general the treatment would cost


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes

I have lost most of my teeth but cannot afford the cost of dental work, what can I do?

Monday, October 17th, 2011
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Hi, I am wondering if you know of any places or if people ever do pro bono work. I am 38, have lost almost all my teeth, have barely any gums left and am always having headaches and at times extreme pain due to broken teeth. I never feel good and I believe its due to my mouth. I can barely chew food any more which is causing stomach issues now. i am in the Asheville area of NC and am a mom to a k and a 1st grader and a wife. I dont want to die early and live with this embarrassement anymore cause I know I have a wonderful life to live for. Im so tired of living like this and we dont have money so I havent visited a dentist in probably 20 years. Any ideas or suggestions would be so appreciated


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