Archive for the ‘Gum Disease’ Category

Are there any alternatives to dentures if I have gum disease and a receeding jawbone?

Friday, November 19th, 2010
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Hi,I have been told by my dentist that I have gum disease and my jawbone has receded too far for dental implants.He said that eventually all my teeth will fall out and that dentures are the only option.Is there anything that can be done?,
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Gum disease can be treated, I … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Kailesh Solanki Kissdental – UK Practice of the Year 2007 157 Woodsend Road, Flixton, Manchester, M41 8GN.2 New Street, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2QS. 13 Stanley Street, Manchester, M8 8SH. Web: www.kissdental.co.uk Tel: 0161 748 5250 View My Profile Dr Solanki

My gums have started to bleed and smell, are they infected?

Thursday, November 18th, 2010
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i have been wearing titanium braces for the last 18 months. flossing is difficult even with those that have been recommended. a few days ago i noticed that when flossing, a really bad smell came from one particular gum together with blood. since then i have been flossing more ,rinsing,using warm salted water but nothing stops the foul scent. i plan to visit the dentist though.,
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Good idea

Dr Safeer Butt S3 Dental – Synergistic Smile Studios Clinics in Kent, Surrey & Sussex Web: www.s3dental.co.uk Tel: 020 8398 6322 View My Profile Dr Butt

Can I have braces fitted if I have a severe case of periodontitis?

Thursday, November 18th, 2010
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I am 26 now. I had braces when I was 20 until 23. But I got periodontitis and now my teeth are croocked again and getting bigger and longer. 80% of my bones got melted, now I have splint so that my teeth will not move. Is there any hope that my teeth can still be corrected even if I have less bones now? what is the right way?,
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Dear Enquirer, If you have 80%… (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

Are flexible dentures a possibility if you have gum disease?

Wednesday, November 17th, 2010
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I have a partial upper denture that contains 4 teeth. The teeth were lost due to gum disease. I would like a flixible denture but have been given conflicting info from dentists. I am trying to establish if a flexible denture is a good choice when gum disease is involved, can you help please.,
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It is difficuilt to advise wit… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Kailesh Solanki Kissdental – UK Practice of the Year 2007 157 Woodsend Road, Flixton, Manchester, M41 8GN.2 New Street, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2QS. 13 Stanley Street, Manchester, M8 8SH. Web: www.kissdental.co.uk Tel: 0161 748 5250 View My Profile Dr Solanki

What can be done for loose teeth and gum disease? I don’t want dentures.

Thursday, October 21st, 2010
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i have 3 loose teeth in the front i dont want a denture as i gag even when i hav an xray i have gum disease and not much bone left the loose teeth are all crowned and very old what can you do for me please,
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It would seem your likeliest t… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Safeer Butt S3 Dental – Synergistic Smile Studios Clinics in Kent, Surrey & Sussex Web: www.s3dental.co.uk Tel: 020 8398 6322 View My Profile Dr Butt

What treatments do I need for decayed and loose teeth?

Tuesday, October 5th, 2010
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i have badley decayed teeth .and my upper front teeth are loose what needs to be done and what would it cost.,
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You could have a number of tre… (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

My tooth feels a bit loose. Is it caused by build-up on my teeth?

Tuesday, October 5th, 2010
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1 year ago I had some build up on my central incisors. Sometimes I feel like they are a bit loose(very little).Is that possible that build-up(mesial sides)could cause that?,
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I advise you to see your neare… (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

Would I be able to have implants and how much would they cost?

Tuesday, October 5th, 2010
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I have lost several teeth due to gum disease and would like to know if i would be able to have implants and how much they cost. I have lost 2 at the top and several at the bottom,
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If you still have enough bone … (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

What can I do to assess gum disease and a loose front tooth?

Monday, October 4th, 2010
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I have some gum disease and my front tooth has become very loose which has a brigde to one side as this afects my two front teeth what can be done to help,
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You will need a clinical asses… (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

I have gum disease and would like to know my options for replacing my teeth?

Tuesday, September 28th, 2010
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I am 30 and just been diagnosed with periodental gum disease, what are my choices for replacement teeth? i am devastated at this news and do not fancy dentures so young many thanks,
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There are different forms of p… (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