Archive for the ‘NHS’ Category

I can receive a Maryland bridge through the NHS at a reduced cost, would you recommend this treatment?

Friday, August 24th, 2012
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I have an incisor missing between my front tooth and canine.The surounding teeth are in a healthy condition and my dentist says i can have a cantilever bridge fixed to the canine or a maryland bridge.The cantileaver has to be done as a private patient but i can have the maryland bridge carried out on the NHS at reduced cost.
There is quite a diference in price and as i am retired i have to concider this.Which would you recomend,Is the maryland bridge good enough.


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

Should I have my tooth extracted by an NHS dentist or see if it can be saved by a specialist?

Wednesday, August 22nd, 2012
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I have a root canal that has failed and my NHS dentist has advised I can have the tooth removed on the NHS or see a specialist who will advise if it can be saved, the cost of which I would have to pay for as a private patient. The root canal was an NHS treatment originally, do I have any recourse for action as this has failed with the original dentist?? What is the likely cost of specialist treatment and what are the alternative options like an implant rather than paying for the cost of trying to save the tooth??


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 false tooth keeps falling out, why do you think this is and what should I do about it?

Monday, August 6th, 2012
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Hi, I am 17 years old and I have had a false tooth since late 2010, before that I had a cap on my tooth, but then I got an infection after a root canal and then my tooth snapped off in my sleep. I then got given a temporary tooth on a pallet and I had that for from October 2010 to July 2011, then I got given a tooth which glues onto the next one.

I had no problems at all to until 21st July when it fell out in my sleep, I then got it glued back in on the Friday and it fell out again in my sleep that night. I then went back the following week to get the same thing done and they sent my tooth off, so I had to stick with my tooth on a pallet, but then I had to get a mould of my tooth done so I could have one remade. I then had to wait two/three weeks to get it put back in, I didnt have any problems with this one and I had had it in for a month, but then it fell out in my sleep again, is it possibly that I grind my teeth in my sleep?
Because I am not in a proper dentist, I am in the NHS walk-in-centre, my dentist is only in Tuesdays and Fridays, so sometimes it is hard when my tooth falls out because they could be busy or they might not be open when it falls out, Im really confused on what to do.

What do you suggest that I do? Should I ask my dentist if I can have a screw in tooth? Or am I too young for one of them.. I am 18 years old at the end of the month and I dont really want to have a tooth on a pallet for it..


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

Do you think I’m suitable for jaw re-alignment surgery?

Friday, July 20th, 2012
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My top jaw hangs over my bottom jaw quite far, the last time I went to the orthodontist the gap was 5.5mm but I think it has got bigger, I can fit the tip of my little finger in the gap. It causes me constant ache in my jaws, it feels stiff and causes headaches and pain around my face. I think my teeth also rest slightly more to the left. I have had 4 teeth out when I was around 13 and had braces several times through my teens. I wondered if I am suitable for jaw realignment as a friend of mine has had it done and he has been very happy with the outcome. I am 21 so I don’t know if I am able to get this on the NHS, or where I need to get more information. I have a doctors appointment on Wednesday to discuss it with my GP.


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

Why do my children have to wait for upper labial frenum treatment?

Friday, June 1st, 2012
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Hi,
I have two children aged 9 & 6. They have the upper labial frenum which is a genetic disorder that I also had removed at the age of 6 yrs. We have been to an NHS consultation at our local hospital today and the surgeon was adamant that the procedure wasn’t necessary. I told him that i didn’t agree and that if I hadn’t had my frenum removed there was no way my teeth would ever be without the horrible “goofy” style gap. He said that the procedure would only be done at age 14/15. My real issue is not just the medical issues (misaligned bite etc) but also the embarrassment of not being able to smile properly and being teased. These things really are important to teenagers! My father has lived with this problem his whole life and I am determined that this genetic problem will not hinder my kids happiness. What is your advice in this situation..are the NHS giving this tadvise just to save money? thank you


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 lost the majority of my teeth but am scared of the dentist, can you help?

Monday, April 30th, 2012
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I have lost almost all of my teeth over many years, some extracted many years ago. However the rest have come out due to my gums receeding over the last 10 years or so. I only have 3 left and only 1 of them is a complete tooth. I have a very severe phobia which prevents me from visiting a dentist and feel I simply cannot go. I am not scared of needles or pain but suffer from panic attacks which prevent me from sitting in the chair or waiting in the waiting room. If I could find one that could treat me as an NHS patient by visiting me at home would my gums be ok for dentures?, or will they have shrunk too much?. I have not seen a dentist in over 25 yrs. thank you for any help you can give me 


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

Can you have a gum lift on the NHS?

Monday, April 30th, 2012
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hi i am looking for as much information on gum lifts as possible i have small teeth and big gums and i am very concious of my smile but i am petrified of going to the dentist my gums are extremly sensitive, i have a few questions below as well. can you have one done on the nhs?
or generally how much do they cost? are they painful? i watched it on youtube and it looks painful? and can u be asleep when they do it? any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated Doctor Moore 


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

Can you help me find an NHS dentist and teeth straightening options?

Friday, April 27th, 2012
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I am a uni student and am not currently assigned to a local dentist and i have tried to join but no surgery accept me. I have had problems with my teeth for a long time as i was on the waiting list by nhs for braces for 4 years but never had it done as i reached the age of 18. I am 20 years old now and have crooked teeth which keep causing pain in my mouth i keep getting scratche and find it hard to chew sometimes talk. I av never smiled showin my teeth since i noticed my teeth wernt exactly straight and after getting told to leave nhs i have had no dentist chek ups leavin my teeth a total mess. I have on tooth which is further back than should be also two front side teeth up too high. And just generally crooked and in need for desperate cleaning. What can i do?


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

Can I receive free dental implants on the NHS because of my cleft palate?

Monday, March 26th, 2012
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I am 21 and have a cleft lip and palate. Many of my teeth are missing and others are weak and in bad condition, when i was younger dental implants were discussed, is this something i would be entitled to on the nhs? I would also like to inquire about fixed dentures, as i dont want to start wearing adhesives so young and have my jaw reduce, i also don’t want to have to show future partners etc. Please help because i really am so upset at the lack of confidence this issue has ensued. I just want to know what the best free treatment is for someone in my situation before i go abroad and have second rate surgeries at the cheapest price possible. 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

Can the NHS provide me with treatment for my missing tooth?

Friday, September 30th, 2011
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hi there dr tennet! 5 years ago my dentist pulled out a tooth next to my front teeth,it was broken but could have been filled,anyway he made a bridge that didnt fit,he filed it down and made it to small so i didnt wear it, ive looked at the cosmetic dentistry guide and i think it could be possible to have crowns fitted, im just to scared to ask incase they say no,its affecting how i talk and smile as i dont like to open my mouth.im only 27,ive quit smoking and have stopped suger completely,would you think its worth a try?also i know they cost alot of money and i lost my job last year could it be done on the nhs? regards 


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