Cosmetic Dentistry Guide » Q. Dental crowns http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:10:25 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.2 en hourly 1 My dentist is going to cut my cap into four pieces to remove it, is this correct? http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/my-dentist-is-going-to-cut-my-cap-into-four-pieces-to-remove-it-is-this-correct/ http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/my-dentist-is-going-to-cut-my-cap-into-four-pieces-to-remove-it-is-this-correct/#comments Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:35:45 +0000 admin http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/my-dentist-is-going-to-cut-my-cap-into-four-pieces-to-remove-it-is-this-correct/ Q. Hello, my dentist done a cap on my tooth a year ago, but it was the wrong size, it has recently started to smell and cause me some discomfort. When he put the cap in the dentist filed the tooth below, is this good practice? Also he didn’t remove the nerve in the remaing part of the tooth, sould he have? I have now been informed by my dentist that it needs to be replaced (me footing the bill!). I am about to book my appointment, and am concerned about the dentists experience, he said that he will cut the cap, that’s already on my tooth, into four, for removal. Does this sound right, because I am very concerned about the remaining part of tooth underneath. Thank you

A. It’s best to cut the crown into pieces before removing it as this protects the tooth underneath You would normally only reomve the nerve if the tooth causes pain or an infection is present

dr andrew moore

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG

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A. Hello the gum can’t really be changed but the posts might be taken out and replaced with White posts and porcelain crowns

dr andrew moore

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG

]]> http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/is-it-possible-to-change-the-post-that-are-in-the-gums/feed/ 0 Is root canal required before having a crown in my case http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/is-root-canal-required-before-having-a-crown-in-my-case/ http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/is-root-canal-required-before-having-a-crown-in-my-case/#comments Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:59:46 +0000 admin http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/is-root-canal-required-before-having-a-crown-in-my-case/ Q. i asked my doctor to give me a nice smile or correct spaced teeth in the front of my mouth and he is giving me a crown and root canal on the damaged tooth first, but what about the other teeth in the front they are still spaced will i need a root canal on the other teeth in order to get them unspaced and looking nice?

A. It is difficult for me to say without seeing you, all I would say is that you don’t always need root canal before  crown or veneer is fitted

dr andrew moore

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG

]]> http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/is-root-canal-required-before-having-a-crown-in-my-case/feed/ 0 Can’t make up my mind to have a porcelain or a metal crown http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/can-t-make-up-my-mind-to-have-a-porcelain-or-a-metal-crown/ http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/can-t-make-up-my-mind-to-have-a-porcelain-or-a-metal-crown/#comments Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:43:40 +0000 admin http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/can-t-make-up-my-mind-to-have-a-porcelain-or-a-metal-crown/ Q. I’ve had cosmetic crowns placed on my 6 upper front teeth (eye tooth to eye tooth). There were multiple issues and I am having them redone. The issue that I’m faced with now is whether or not to have the back of the crown porcelain or metal. If I go with porcelain, I may need another root canal (they will have to remove more of my tooth to make the back thinner). If I go with the metal, I’m afraid that it will show when I laugh or yawn and that later it may look dark. What would you advise?

A. It is unusual to see the back of upper front crowns and metal would be stronger, if you are very worried about the apperance you may have to risk needing a root canal under the porcelain crown

dr andrew moore

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG

]]> http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/can-t-make-up-my-mind-to-have-a-porcelain-or-a-metal-crown/feed/ 0 Need a gold crown fitted to my tooth http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/need-a-gold-crown-fitted-to-my-tooth/ http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/need-a-gold-crown-fitted-to-my-tooth/#comments Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:14:30 +0000 admin http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/need-a-gold-crown-fitted-to-my-tooth/ Q. i want a gold tooth/cap or window fitted on one of my teeth. i would like to know where i can get this done and how much it costs. i live in east london and as you can read this is for cosmetic reasons. thanks.

A. I would call round a few local dentists in east London. I’m sure there will be a practice that can do this for you.

dr andrew moore

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG

]]> http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/need-a-gold-crown-fitted-to-my-tooth/feed/ 0 Suggested crown for my cracked teeth is not affordable http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/suggested-crown-for-my-cracked-teeth-is-not-affordable/ http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/suggested-crown-for-my-cracked-teeth-is-not-affordable/#comments Wed, 11 Nov 2009 04:38:40 +0000 admin http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/suggested-crown-for-my-cracked-teeth-is-not-affordable/ Q. Hi, Today at work one of my back teeth has cracked- it has a 10 year old filling inside. I’ve been advised it’ll probably need a crown. However I’m petrified of the dentist and have to be sedated when I go. How much will the work cost and if I took out private dental insurance, would it cover the work? I know it’ll be about £400 but that’s half my wages so won’t be able to afford it! Please advise in anyway possible. Many Thanks

A. Thanks for your questions, I am unsure as to whether taking out a dental insurance policy at this stage would help, as the need for treatment already exists? However, many detal practice are able to offer payment plans, such an interest free credit. I would suggest that you ask your dentist about the payment plans they have available, or alternatively reasearch dentists in your area who offer suitable schemes. I hope this helps.
Kind regards
Dr Kailesh Solanki

dr kailesh solanki

Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental
www.kissdental.co.uk
Tel: 0161 748 5250
157 Woodsend Road
Flixton Manchester
M41 8GN
UK Practice of the Year 2007

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A. Crown lengthening is surgery to increase the length of a tooth usually by removing the gum and / or bone to improve the cosmetic apperance of teeth or help retain a crown

dr andrew moore

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG

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A. Thanks for your questions, there is a system availble called Cerec which enables the dentist to prepare, make and fit a crown within a single dental visit. With regards to closing the gap, there are systems available which can work in as little as six weeks, however you would need to consult a dental professional to discover which would be suitable for your individual case.
Kind regards
Dr Kailesh Solanki

dr kailesh solanki

Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental
www.kissdental.co.uk
Tel: 0161 748 5250
157 Woodsend Road
Flixton Manchester
M41 8GN
UK Practice of the Year 2007

]]> http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/can-a-crown-be-fit-to-my-front-tooth-in-one-vist-to-the-dentist/feed/ 0 What material is NHS crown made of? http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/what-material-is-nhs-crown-made-of/ http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/what-material-is-nhs-crown-made-of/#comments Thu, 05 Nov 2009 05:36:27 +0000 admin http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/what-material-is-nhs-crown-made-of/ Q. Can you tell me what a NHS dental crown is made of, and do i have a choice?

A. An NHS crown maybe either porcelain or metal, depending where the crown needs to be placed.

dr andrew moore

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG

]]> http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/what-material-is-nhs-crown-made-of/feed/ 0 What is a reasonable cost for a lava crown? http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/what-is-a-reasonable-cost-for-a-lava-crown/ http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/what-is-a-reasonable-cost-for-a-lava-crown/#comments Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:36:36 +0000 admin http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/what-is-a-reasonable-cost-for-a-lava-crown/ Q. hi my wife has just been quoted a price for having 10 lava crowns fitted at cost of £450 per tooth . would you say that this is reasonable as i have no idea , any input would be grateful . many thanks

A.
I would expect your wife to be quoted between £350 & £550 per crown, so I believe this estimate to be reasonable. Many Thanks
DR Kailesh Solanki

dr kailesh solanki

Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental
www.kissdental.co.uk
Tel: 0161 748 5250
157 Woodsend Road
Flixton Manchester
M41 8GN
UK Practice of the Year 2007

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