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Is there ever a need to place an amalgam filling in the lingual fossa of a later incisor which is a pontic?

Thursday, December 6th, 2012
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Is there ever a need to place an amalgam filling in the lingual fossa of a later incisor which is a pontic because this was done for me by my dentist when I complained of pain in that area?

Also I was told by another dentist that i would have to remove my bridge to get to the root of my pain problem in the area of my bridge as nothing came up on the x-ray. If I was to have my bridge removed, considering my abutment teeth on either side have had enamel removed in preparation for my first bridge, would it be possible to use them for anchoring teeth if a new bridge was to be placed?

Thank you in advance for your help. It is highly appreciated.

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Do I only need an A-Level in Biology to pursue a career in dentistry?

Tuesday, November 20th, 2012
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Hi, i just wanted to know what subjects do u need in A levels for doing dentistry in fututre. i did my O levels from Pak with science subjects like physics chemistry and biology. i got Bs n Cs in that and now doing A levels from U.k n i found dentistry a good career for my future.The thing is over here the board i different and i hardly know what are subjects needed for dentistry. Right now im doing ICT,psycology , english and resitting maths. next year i will take biology may be replace it with ICT or as an additional subject. Can u suggest me what to take because i have read some where that u just need biology for medical. please help me out because i really want to be a dentist

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Will whitening improve the colour of my yellowed incisor?

Wednesday, November 14th, 2012
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hello Dr safeer how are you sir?

sir i had a brown/Yellowish front upper incisor tooth ( i think its because of antibiotics) i tired a lot of tooth paste but no luck.
its basically an intrinsic stain.
is it possible to remove this stain with a tooth whitening process or not? as i am completely upset now about my teeth because i am only 21 years of age and i cannot even smile properly. so what would you suggest for me sir? please reply to me through my email address. yours sincerely.

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Do you think it is plausible to wear Invisalign for three weeks?

Friday, November 9th, 2012
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Dear Dr Safeer Butt,
I had Inman Aligner treatment immediately followed by a bonded retainer fixed behind my upper front teeth.

14 months later, my two front teeth have moved slightly back towards their old position.

I visited my Cosmetic Dentist who assured me the bonding has not deteroriated or come loose, suggesting that the wire has not been sufficiently strong.

His proposed solution is for me to wear an Invisalign brace full time for three weeks, and then at night for double protection this is while I keep my fixed retainer in place.

Does this sound plasuible to you? I would have thought that the Invisalign brace would be pointless while the wire is in place, but at the same time I didn’t think I’d see any tooth movement either.

I’d appreciate your opinion.

Kind Regards,
Robert

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After describing my symptoms, do you think I could be suffering from a TMJ condition?

Wednesday, October 31st, 2012
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Dr Safeer Butt,

I think I may suffer from TMJ as my jaw is misaligned, at times the left side of my face becomes sore and warm and the my left jaw and cheekbone are higher and sharper on the left side and virtually invisible on the other. Now I’m not sure if that is just my “good side” for photos and the like or if this is caused by my teeth. As a result the tip of my nose and the bridge twists ever so slightly to the left and so my smile works imperfectly in relation to my nose and chin.

What would you recommend I do? I’m only 16 and I think these issues have arisen from improper wearing of braces, what do you think? It’s beginning to affect my confidence.Thank you for your time.

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Can I receive the treatment I need through the NHS at the age of 29?

Wednesday, October 31st, 2012
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Hello there Dr Butt. At 19 I had a brace for three years due to an overbite and was to undergo surgery on my jaw but decided I could not go through with this at the time as I was very scared and didn’t think my face would look better by moving my bottom jaw forward, I am now 29 and in severe discomfort when I eat my jaw always clicks and sometimes even locks at times and can get quite painfull also I am very embarrassed of my smile and have low self esteem because of this, after researching about this could I go for the surgery again and could I get this on the NHS, I have a 9mm gap between my jaw and front teeth and would really like to have surgery to correct this what can you suggest.

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I noticed a black line above my tooth and was told I have receding gums. What can I do?

Monday, October 29th, 2012
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I have just paid 7,000 pounds to have my top teeth improved with bridge work and porcelain veneers. Work was finished in aug I noticed few weeks ago a black line above tooth. When the hygienist looked she said my gum line is receding. She advised me to use sonic toothbrush nd to massage my gum with gauze in a downward motion. I feel absolutely sick that I need to look at this and it is noticeable when I smile. What can I do. Many thanks

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I need to have a tooth removed but get scared by needles. Is there an alternative?

Thursday, October 25th, 2012
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hello i hope you have a moment to help me with my dental pain problem. I have to have a tooth removed and. i am in so much pain,. However, even though i’m in this much pain i am terrefied of needles and i have to say I hve a very great phobia of them. so i will no proceed, can you recomend anywhere that i can be gassed to sleep to have my tooth removed to help me, this would be a big help thank you so much because my tooth hurts this bad if i could stand a needle to take away my pain i would i just get really scared. please help me to get through this pain.

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What is the difference between orthodontic treatment and cosmetic dentistry?

Tuesday, October 16th, 2012
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What is difference between cosmetic dentist and orthodontist, i am trying to use cosmetic dentist , using six month brace and doctor says its right choice and they r not orthodontist. but i have bit problem, i feel that coz my lower teeth r extremly slanted in due to puss of upper teeth and my jaw bit pressure r mostly exercised in the front teeth. without eating anything if i wanna take bit i won’t feel any bite at back teeth. so i feel its bit problem. can it be solved by cosmetic dentist/ 6 moth smile brace??

I will be glad if i get answer of this question

regards, 

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What is the most effective brace for fixing my rotated canines?

Tuesday, October 16th, 2012
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What’s the most effective braces for rotated canines?

My current dentist only does six month smiles, but I want to know if something like Invisalign might work for me.

I’d like to find something more discreet…

I also have slight gaps – nothing major, my main concerns are my canines. I believe those are the most difficult teeth to shift?

P.s. I’m a 30 year old, female if that makes any difference…

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