Cosmetic Dentistry Guide » Q. gums http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:10:25 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.2 en hourly 1 I feel some funny clicky popping feeling under my gums plz advice http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/i-feel-some-funny-clicky-popping-feeling-under-my-gums-plz-advice/ http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/i-feel-some-funny-clicky-popping-feeling-under-my-gums-plz-advice/#comments Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:45:30 +0000 admin http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/i-feel-some-funny-clicky-popping-feeling-under-my-gums-plz-advice/ Q. Hello Dr, For the past couple of months (even in between Dentist visits) I have a feeling on my gums. Its a funny clicky, popping feeling as if air was getting under a layer of my gum and then requires for me to press down to pop it away. I hope I’m explaining myself right. I feel so frustrated since I do a lot of public speaking and I’m so afraid of loosing my teeth. My husband calls me paranoid, but what do you think I’m experiencing. At times the feeling last days. Sometimes its a little painful, mostly uncomfortable but mostly frustrating. One dentist ranked out gum disease. I brush three times a day and after i brush the feeling subsides for a while until I eat, chew gum the noise comes back. I even feel it behind my two front teeth’s upper gum. HELP!

A. It is very difficult to give you a diagnosis without seeing you, if you feel your dentist is not examining your problem please find a good dentist or periodontist (gum specialist) so you can have a full examination.  It sounds like the gums may have lost some of their “attachment” to the teeth.

dr riten patel

Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS

]]> http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/i-feel-some-funny-clicky-popping-feeling-under-my-gums-plz-advice/feed/ 0 My gums have receded to the extent would lumineers be the way forward? http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/my-gums-have-receded-to-the-extent-would-lumineers-be-the-way-forward/ http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/my-gums-have-receded-to-the-extent-would-lumineers-be-the-way-forward/#comments Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:04:57 +0000 admin http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/my-gums-have-receded-to-the-extent-would-lumineers-be-the-way-forward/ Q. I have 15 year old veneers on 8 teeth and my gums have receded to the extent that the old scraped down teeth is now visible behind the veneers and is ugly and extremely sensitive. Unfortunately I had one replaced by my dentist last year and it looks even worse, he had to shave half of it away so I could close my teeth, not a great job, and I am terrified of the dentist!! Would lumineers be the way forward for me, and how expensive are they? Thank you :)

A. Lumineers are a type of very thin veneer more suitable for people who have never had treatment on their front teeth so I don’t know if they would be the best option for you. It sounds like you just need the veneers all replaced with good quality veneers made using an experienced dentist and technician.

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/my-gums-have-receded-to-the-extent-would-lumineers-be-the-way-forward/feed/ 0 Is it possible to change the post that are in the gums? http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/is-it-possible-to-change-the-post-that-are-in-the-gums/ http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/is-it-possible-to-change-the-post-that-are-in-the-gums/#comments Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:10:25 +0000 admin http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/is-it-possible-to-change-the-post-that-are-in-the-gums/ Q. Dear Dr. Moore, I have four crowns (in the front in the top rig)that are now showing a black line and so need replacing with Porcelain ones, but also my gum is quite dark and not pink. Is it possible to change the posts that are in the gum, or is it possible to lighten the gum in any way? Thank you for your help! Regards

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 Can veneers be fitted if one has gum disease? http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/can-veneers-be-fitted-if-one-has-gum-disease/ http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/can-veneers-be-fitted-if-one-has-gum-disease/#comments Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:32:11 +0000 admin http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/can-veneers-be-fitted-if-one-has-gum-disease/ Q. I suffer from severe teeth grinding and i also have bad gum disease although i am only 34 and have never had a filling. i went away travelling and have not seen a dentist for over 5 years. i would like to know if i am treatable and what my options are for a smile makeover as my teeth are now yellowing, there is some movement and the gums are tender sometimes, I have started to become very self conscious and upset about it. Can veneers be fitted if someone has gum disease, what costs am i looking at or do you think i need false teeth?

A. hi many thanks for your email, it is difficult to say whether your teeth are savable or not the best thing would be to come for a free consultation where i can assess your mouth and give you some options on how to improve things for you.

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-veneers-be-fitted-if-one-has-gum-disease/feed/ 0 Could you suggest any other method other than opalesense whitening and gum shields? http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/could-you-suggest-any-other-method-other-than-opalesense-whitening-and-gum-shields/ http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/could-you-suggest-any-other-method-other-than-opalesense-whitening-and-gum-shields/#comments Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:08:07 +0000 admin http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/could-you-suggest-any-other-method-other-than-opalesense-whitening-and-gum-shields/ Q. I have been using the Opalesence whitening and have been wearing the gum shields and using the gel for over a week now every other night. However my teeth are extremely sensitive at the minute and I am considering other methods. I dont notice much difference in my teeth either.

A. hi many thanks for your email, the whitening will work it is however a time thing. if the teeth are sensitive i would use the follow regime:

do the whitening twice daily for an hour each time for two weeks you will see a definate difference.

hope this is helpful.

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/could-you-suggest-any-other-method-other-than-opalesense-whitening-and-gum-shields/feed/ 0 Can I have silver fillings to be replaced with composite materials in molar tooth? http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/can-i-have-silver-fillings-to-be-replaced-with-composite-materials-in-molar-tooth/ http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/can-i-have-silver-fillings-to-be-replaced-with-composite-materials-in-molar-tooth/#comments Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:25:05 +0000 admin http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/can-i-have-silver-fillings-to-be-replaced-with-composite-materials-in-molar-tooth/ Q. I thought of going to have my silver fillings to be replaced with composite materials in one of my molar tooths. But some of the current silver fillings stick to my gums, how does the dentist going to remove it? Will it cause my gums to bleed during the drilling? I am concern that the harmful silver particles will get into my gums.

A. hi many thanks for your email, the silver fillings that are placed close to your gums will still be removed and can be replaced with the white filling material. the silver filling material will not harm your gums.

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-i-have-silver-fillings-to-be-replaced-with-composite-materials-in-molar-tooth/feed/ 0 What is the treatment for my teeth with gum disease http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/what-is-the-treatment-for-my-teeth-with-gum-disease/ http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/what-is-the-treatment-for-my-teeth-with-gum-disease/#comments Wed, 28 Oct 2009 04:50:29 +0000 admin http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/what-is-the-treatment-for-my-teeth-with-gum-disease/ Q. I am 59 years old. i have lost all of my back teeth due to gum disease. The last of the teeth were removed about two years ago. Since then, due to constantly chewing with my front teeth i am now having problems with them. I have tried a National health service denture but could not get used to it. What treatment would you recommend to replace my back teeth ? and to save my front teeth ?

A. Thanks for your questions, if you are unable to cope with a removable denture, I would suggest that you consider implants. These can be used to stabilise a denture or to support fixed teeth. I would recommend that you attend a consultation with an implant dentist, many of which offer free initial consultations, at which you would be able to discuss the process and make an informed choice based on the facts without any financial commitments. I hope this helps.
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

]]> http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/what-is-the-treatment-for-my-teeth-with-gum-disease/feed/ 0 I need the correct treatment for gummy smile http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/i-need-the-correct-treatment-for-gummy-smile/ http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/i-need-the-correct-treatment-for-gummy-smile/#comments Tue, 27 Oct 2009 05:41:47 +0000 admin http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/i-need-the-correct-treatment-for-gummy-smile/ Q. Hi My problem is a gummy smile which has bothered me for some time now. I have recently just finished quite a lot of dental treatment including invisalign treatment, plus a new bridge, veneers and crowns, whilst my teeth look great I still feel I have a gummy smile, is there any additional treatment I could have to correct this? Many thanks 

A. Ideally the gums could have been lifted before your veneers were made.  It is very difficult now without having to replace your veneers.  You could have had crown lengthening treatmnet which would have reduce the gum amount on show.

dr riten patel

Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS

]]> http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/i-need-the-correct-treatment-for-gummy-smile/feed/ 0 What is the best treatment for gum recession? http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/what-is-the-best-treatment-for-gum-recession/ http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/what-is-the-best-treatment-for-gum-recession/#comments Tue, 27 Oct 2009 04:58:29 +0000 admin http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/what-is-the-best-treatment-for-gum-recession/ Q. I have severe gum recession and three front teeth that are loosening,one quite severely.I really find the idea of false teeth repulsive and am really worried.Is there a solution that does not involve having dentures please.Thankyou

A. The best solution is dental implants this will give you back teeth that are permanently fixed in .  You need to get a full assessment done with a cosmetic dentist that does implants.  Your bone levels will also have to be assessed.

dr riten patel

Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS

]]> http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/what-is-the-best-treatment-for-gum-recession/feed/ 0 Can a temporary on a tooth cause pain in gum? http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/can-a-temporary-on-a-tooth-cause-pain-in-gum/ http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/can-a-temporary-on-a-tooth-cause-pain-in-gum/#comments Tue, 27 Oct 2009 03:28:52 +0000 admin http://www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk/blog/can-a-temporary-on-a-tooth-cause-pain-in-gum/ Q. I have a temporary on a tooth. It has been in for about 2 weeks. Just recently my gum in front of the temporary is really hurting and is bothering me above the tooth and in between the tooth. What should I do? I have flossed and no food is coming out? Could it be that I have cut the gum with my floss?

A. It does sound like a gum problem, get your dentist to check it out next week

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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