Archive for the ‘Q. Dentures’ Category

I have periodontists and want my teeth replaced, what would you recommend?

Friday, June 17th, 2011
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Dear Dr Hughes

I have periodontists and my upper teeth are splayed and gappy, very long and I wanted them replaced. I am looking for a second opinion and do not know where to go.

My present dentist has told me I can have the upper teeth replaced in sections only, first four front teeth including work on one back molar. Yet all the upper teeth are quite bad to look at and the bone and gum have eroded away.

I am confused to why I can’t just have a fixed denture and can’t seem to get a direct straight forward answer, I just want to know what the options are.

I would like to find out from another dentist whether there are other options suitable for my teeth. I have to have this work done and the teeth and gum (although not the worst that I have seen having researched this) I have at present are not very nice looking so I find myself being quite ashamed to laugh or speak.

I have seen a few different options via researching implants and want to find out if fixed dentures are an option, whether I can take the molds and ct scans with me for a second consultation to a new CD (or is this not the done thing?), and if I can have the upper teeth all removed and replaced. I am so confused with regard of who to go to for a consultation. I have saved hard for this work to be done, the amount I was quoted keeps changing so I don’t really know where I stand. I just want some clear answers which are best suited to me as an individual. Can you advise? I’m 47. Thank you so much 


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

After suffering from Periodontist I need a new set of teeth. Help?

Friday, June 17th, 2011
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Dear Dr Hughes
I suffer from Periodontist in the most advanced form I have lost seven teeth in the top and a lot more are loose. I did receive treatment in the newcastle dental hospital and they got it under control. They say that i have to stop smoking because it will make it worse. I see my dentist every 3 months for a scale and polish but i am not happy with the treatment i am receiving. He made me two sets of teeth in the last year and i cannot wear them. My bite does not meet. So I am know going to go to a private cosmetic dentist and wonder if you know if i can get a full set of cobalt chrome dentures made.
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 about my horrible teeth?

Friday, June 17th, 2011
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Just a message as I am stuck with what to do and where to turn ..
I am 22 years old, and I can safely say that I highly doubt you’ve seen teeth as bad as mine, 97 year old’s probably have better teeth. As a result I have no confidence and avoid talking to people, I rarely smile and it gets me down on a daily basis.

Due to a sever phobia of dentists, I haven’t been to one since I was a young child, as a direct result my teeth have suffered. To add to this, through most of high school I suffered with bulimia. I have lost the majority of my back teeth, and have two very broken molars. I also have a gap between my two front teeth. I’ve never really looked into getting them fixed due to the high costs. I’m not sure where to go or what to do, but I do realise as I am only 22 that my mouth can only get worse, therefore I need to act. I’m just not sure how I’m going to cover the costs, some advice would be greatly appreciated.
Many Thanks 


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

I have advanced Periodontitis, are dentures my best option?

Monday, June 6th, 2011
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Hi
I have advanced Periodontitis and have been told that the pockets after having treatment for three years are still 12mm + deep in some areas. The shift in my teeth is quite horrendous especially the two front teeth which now have huge gaps between them and jut out quite badly so the bite is off. Its very embarrassing for me, once a gummy woman, now a long toothy one embarrassed to smile.

My dentist has told me that I could have the two front teeth (possible the ones either side) removed and to replace them with a partial chrome plate denture. I’m wondering whether there are other alternatives and if this is the right move at this stage?

Also if going down the road of having teeth extracted, wouldn’t a bridge work the same way and isn’t this available on the NHS? Won’t having a chrome partial denture affect the cleaning of the teeth?

I know that the bone in my jaw is not in good shape, so even if I had the money, implants wouldn’t be an option.

I am left with awful jutting teeth, with huge gaps and gums which seem to be disintegrating even though I try hard every day to keep on top of my health routine. Please can you tell me what the best options are? I’m worried I may make the wrong choice and have to live with being toothless.

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

I have buck teeth, what is the best course of treatment?

Friday, June 3rd, 2011
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hi can you help i have buck teeth but the two teeth to the left are missing i feel very self consious and never show my teeth wen i smile please can you help as a result ov this problem i have missed out on so much as i find it difficult to talk to pleaple knowing that they are looking at my awful teeth i was considering having the two buck teeth removed and a part denture made for the four front teeth thank your for your time 


Dr Sunita Verma Sparkle Dental Boutique 311 Boston Road, Hanwell, London, W7 2AT Web: www.sparkledentalboutique.co.uk Tel: 020 8567 4344 View My Profile Dr Verma

I find my dentures very uncomfortable to wear, what are my other options?

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011
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Hello Doctor, 

can you advise please i have dentures but feel uncomfortable wearing them ,was told i could get bridges can you advise on the cheapest way to go as i am on a tight budget thanks .i have bad gums and find it sore to wear dentures ,i have one tooth missing on my right hand side of my mouth with two good teeth next to the gap, and i have two teeth missing on the left hand side of my mouth with two good teeth beside the gap please help .can you please advise on my options and the cheapest way i could go as i am on a very tight budget and would like to get some confidence back with a good smile

Dr Sunita Verma Sparkle Dental Boutique 311 Boston Road, Hanwell, London, W7 2AT Web: www.sparkledentalboutique.co.uk Tel: 020 8567 4344 View My Profile Dr Verma

I don’t want dentures on my top and bottom teeth, what are my options?

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011
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Have dentures on top. Lower teeth are killing me, gum trouble. Broken down teeth in back. A few missing. What are my options? Do not want dentures on bottom. Can barely stand the ones on top. On the bottom I have in the front, like 4 or 5 teeth. Then on both sides, some missing, then molars on both sides are broken down and in bad shape. Lots of pain. Isn’t there a way to adhere the denture so it will stay in? Or could it be possible for me to get a partial on the left and on the right, and then do something with the few teeth I have left in front?


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

How much are cosmetic dentures?

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011
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hello Doctor

 i had a bridge in the from of my mouth , it was suppoted by 2 teeth. However i had to have these teeeth root filled and the root has shattered and the bridge came out. It looks like I cannot have the bridge replaced. I have been lookig at a cosmetic denture . Have you any idea how much this costs. Also is this possible as i do not want to remove the healthy teeth i have .The rest of my teeth are healthy and i only ended up with this bridge as i had two baby teeth that where removed. The bridge has been in for about ten years and I paid 500.00 for it at that time. Thank you for your time 

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

What are my options for filling in gaps between teeth?

Monday, May 23rd, 2011
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I Have 12 Teeth At The Top An I Believe I Am Suppose To Have 16 And They’re Are Gaps In The Front That Are Real Noticeable I Have A Gap In Between My Central Incisors I Am Missing My Lateral Incisors So I Have A Gap Between My Canine cuspid And First Bicuspid As Well What Do You Think I Should Do? I Do Not Want Implants Thats Too Much Of A Wait Game I Just Want My Gaps Gone With No Drilling Or Pain. I Am Embarrassed To Smile I Cover My Teeth When I Laugh. I Just Want To Be Able To Take A Picture With A Beautiful Smile. That Would Boost My Confidence Up High.


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

How long will it take for my husband to have implants and crowns instead of dentures?

Wednesday, May 18th, 2011
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My husband has just had his 4 front teeth taken out & now wears dentures. His bone & gums are in terrible condition, but we have been told that he might be able to have injections to rebuild bone & gums, then have implants with a bridge! How long does this procedure take & is there an estimated cost. He has only had dentures for a few days, but I don’t think its suiting him. How long will he have to wait for the process to start. He doesn’t have any infection in his gum, so will he have to wait long? My husband is only 42 so dentures for the rest of his life is not an option! Help!


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