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Can you have an implant years after the tooth has been removed?

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011
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How long after the removal of a tooth can I have an implant? Is 20 years too long? At that time, I lost a tooth and had a bridge fitted. However, my back, upper tooth which was supporting the bridge, has broken and had to be removed. I could have it replaced with an implant and then have a new bridge fitted but I would prefer to have the implant where the original tooth was taken out. I would then just have a small gap at the very back of my mouth. My dentist is telling me that
a person can have an implant at any time but the dentist of a relative of mine told him that the implant had to be done within three months of losing the tooth. Which is correct?

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You can have an implant at any… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

Is it less painful to have a wisdom tooth extracted or root canal treatment?

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011
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Hi doctor,

My wisdom tooth has got infected. It’s on my upper left jaw. I visited a dentist today and she advised me tooth extraction to be performed in a week’s time. She also prescribed me Ammoxicillin (500mg) to be taken 3 times a day for one week. I am not sure if I should go for a root canal treatment or a tooth extraction. My exams are approaching so I want to go for a treatment which takes less time and gets me back on work asap. I would also like to know which one is a less painful procedure. I am 29, female. Please help.

Thanks, 

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Upper wisdom teeth are usually… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

Numerous health issues have lead to the deterioration of my teeth, what can I do?

Tuesday, May 31st, 2011
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Hello, I am 20 and completely depressed about the state of my teeth, I feel embarassed, paranoid and have to cover my face to laugh as Im so embarassed. My career means I am always working with the public which makes everything harder. I can barely even eat theyre that bad.
I have very bad gum disease and the gum is receeding at the back of my front teeth, I have already lost most of my back teeth on each side and am in constant discomfort.
I try my hardest cleaning my teeth 3 times a day and used cordysl mouthwash to try n rid myself of gum disease, but as I am diabetic it seems to never heal.
I have also had stomach problems for over a year, which makes me vomit which aalso leads to my teeth weakening.
I know Ill be told I need dentures which I could not live with ,or I could pay for dental implants which I could never afford, I feel like my illnesses have caused all of the problems with my teeth. I have been on a liquid diet for weeks as I can no longer eat most solid food, this also compromises my diabetes. What advice do you have for me?

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Unfortunately when you lose te… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

It has been quite a few days after I had some teeth removed but I am still getting severe headaches and pain.

Monday, April 18th, 2011
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ive had 3 or 4 teeth out on friday mornin and im still in a lot of pain its giving me headaches and sleepless nights ive took painkillers and they,ve worn off after a bit why am i still in lot of pain with it plus ive had stitches put in

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You might have an infection go… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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 air pockets around my roots and teeth need replacing, can you help?

Wednesday, April 13th, 2011
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Hello,
I am 42 yrs old & have the worst teeth in the world !! !I live in Leeds West Yorkshire
I worked in horse racing when I was younger & had many falls, kicks to the face & horses heads smashing into mine..a number of occasions I know my teeth suffered terribly, I believe the front teeth top & bottom on many occasions were shunted & may have over time made air pockets round the roots. But I have to say that is no excuse. I have since the age of 9/10 yrs had a phobia of brushing !! Its hard to explain, I have tried hypnotherapy but I just can not brush, floss & gargle …. My mouth hygiene is none existant !! I tried for months seeing a hygienist weekly, but I came to the point where I no longer could afford the regular treatment. Plus it was a losing battle…I have 10-12mmm airpockets & all my teeth are very loose I have even lost one now on the bottom front row. I did have lovely teeth & smile when I was younger, my mouth was over crowded & had 4 second teeth removed & 10 baby teeth..the dentist Im afraid was known for his butchery & from that treatment me & teeth …well not a happy ending !! I only wish now I had looked after them so much better ! I have gaps now, receding gums they are just awful & I never smile, I hate my picture being taken & I have no confidence talking to people, especially strangers !! They are not painful, I have a little sensitivity but not to affect me eating or drinking hot or cold foods, but at the dentist blowing cold air or water then it gets me. But saying that I no longer go to the dentist now Im too embarrased at the state of my mouth, plus my phobia also includes dentist’s…Sorry, Please dont take that personal.
Now at the age of 42 yrs its come as the hardest ever decision to make, I must get my teeth sorted,, have a proper dentistry routine looking after….???Well….. What do you think I could do ??
Me & my husband have decided a bank loan will be taken …will I have to have all my teeth removed ? Maybe a chance of implants..?? Prob not, wont have any bone ?? Iam terrified I wont lie.
Can you please help
Kindest Regards

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You poor thing….don’t worry,… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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 had my tooth knocked out when mugged, what treatment could I have?

Tuesday, April 12th, 2011
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Hi Dr,
Iwas mugged last year i wont mention which city, and my front tooth was knocked out,which has had a snow ball effect and has affected the rest of my top teeth.My point is i cant afford the prices let alone consultation fees,is there any way i can have them done on the NHS,or i would even be a guinea pig for dentistry purposes,it affects ones life so much going out is a no no,i can just about talk to my family without being embarrassed.please can you help ?

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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 can I treat a broken tooth coming off the gum?

Tuesday, April 12th, 2011
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how to treat a tooth that has broken from the born and is just slowly comming down from the gum, but there is no pain, but the tooth is loose, but still useable when eating, but loose and falling out from the gum.

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maybe remove it and replace it… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

Roughly how much does a single dental implant cost?

Tuesday, April 12th, 2011
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Hi,

I just want to know, roughly how much it’s cost for the single crown teeth implant ?

Thank you.

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Approximately £2000 completed

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

After have a tooth removed my maxilla bone has felt sore and tender and I fear that it is infection, what advice could you give?

Friday, April 8th, 2011
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Tooth 13 fractured and abscessed. One 1 1/2 weeks after pain began, ended up having to have tooth extracted. Been off antibotic 2 days. One week after extraction, maxilla bone is extremely sore and painful. Called oral surgeon’s office and his assitant not concerned. I lfelt abscess had ruptured into sinus as I had a dark drainage that cleared as I was on antiobotic. Assitant says root of tooth was no where near sinus and I could have sinus infection. I don’t think that’s the case. I’m concerned about the bone being so sore and painful; concerned about there being infection in the bone. There was no swelling on my gum from the abscess. The infection was up in the bone…and I believe my sinus. Should I press my dentist to take a look? Thanks.

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Absolutely…no point in suffe… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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 dentist tells me that I have very few options to close the gaps in my mouth which missing teeth have left, could you give me any suggestions?

Friday, April 8th, 2011
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Hi, I have a gap in my front teeth that has bothered me for ages, but when I’ve asked my dentist about whether they could close the gap they said it would leave me with a bigger gap somewhere else as I am also missing my 2nd set of incisors, and the gap in my front teeth stop me from having gaps there. I’m only 19 so really just want to know if it would be viable to give me normal looking teeth, or wether I am just clutching at straws.

-Thanks & Kind Regards.

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Dear Enquirer,
You are not clu… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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