Can I have old fillings replaced with white fillings?

January 21st, 2010
Q. If I have normal fillings, can I have these taken out and have white fillings put in, instead,
A. Yes – for large fillings I would advise porcelain fillings and for smaller ones composite white fillings
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What can be done for loose implants?

January 21st, 2010
Q. Hello, My wife has had two implants fitted in the last five months and both of them are comming loose to the point of coming out, could you give me some advice on what action I should take regarding this. Thanks.,
A. Your wife should go back to the Implantologist that placed them and seek advice on what to do.Kind regardsDr Justin Glaisterwww.umbrellasmiles.com
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What treatment can I get to fill tooth gap?

January 21st, 2010
Q. I broke my tooth in early preganancy and was told I would probably need a root canal when the baby was born. The baby is now born and on returning to the dentist, he got rid of most of the decay and put a temporary filling in. I cannot put any pressure on the tooth and it is very sensitive – on returning today another dentist said extraction is the only option as it is too decayed. I am 34 and already have lost one tooth years ago so am worried to lose another – are there any other options? Or if it is taken out what can I do to fill the gap?,
A. If it isn’t possible to root canal the tooth then extraction is your only option. You may consider a dental implant or a bridge to fill the gap as this will provide fixed teeth. An implant is normally preferable as this doesn’t entail drilling down any healthy teeth.
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What can be done for two front teeth that are too long?

January 21st, 2010
Q. Good day sir/ma, Am hereby to ask about my two front teeth,that is long and what can i do to make them short or normal size for feted. Am waiting for your reply. Thanks,
A. This depends on the structure and set up of your teeth. I advise you book an appointment with a Cosmetic Dentist to seek an accurate opinion.Kind regardsDr Justin Glaisterwww.umbrellasmiles.com
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Can tooth grown out of gum be removed?

January 21st, 2010
Q. My grand-daughter (age 25) has a tooth that has grown out of her gum due to, I think, from a poorly done Orthodontic procedure when she was age 11. It is on the left upper side of her mouth. Can this be removed now?,
A. Yes I’m sure it will be possible to move the tooth, probably with a fixed brace
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Can I receive treatment as part of training for staff?

January 21st, 2010
Q. Is there anyway that I could be used to train staff as I could never afford the treatment I need. I have been wearing a denture for 25yrs and have lost all confidence in myself due to the embarressment of this. I am even too embarressed to go to a dentist now because the last dentist that made me a denture made me feel like a horse,
A. It may be worth contacting the dental hospitals to see if you may be used for training purposes.Justin Glaisterwww.umbrellasmiles.com
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What are small balls on both sides of glands?

January 21st, 2010
Q. some advice please,this sounds horrible but i have been getting little balls of something from the glands at the back of my mouth on both sides.the balls are the size of small peas and cream in colour and they smell disgusting.if i press on the glands with my toothbrush then more comes out.this has been happening for some time now.i brush my teeth every day and use mouthwash,my teeth are in very good condition.i am 37,
A. they could be small calcium stones. Ask your dentist to check things out, you may need referral to check your salivary glands.
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Is it normal for there to be pain after getting crowns?

January 21st, 2010
Q. I recently had two crowns put on my back molars. Since have had pain when biting down. Is this normal …they were put on tuesday and it is Sunday,
A. This is not normal, depending on the pain it may mean one of many things. You will need to see your dentist she their may fix this as leaving it can lead to other problems.Justin Glaisterwww.umbrellasmiles.com
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Is there a way to secure my loose dentures?

January 21st, 2010
Q. sadly due to poor diet and stress I had my dentures extracted at the age of 24! i have had a replacement set of dentures fitted by a dentist who suggested that the initial extraction looked as if it had been by a butcher1 However I have been more than pleased by the complete set fitted by them & most people are unaware that I wear dentures. The query is the bottm set are now slightly loose ,is there a method of fixing them more securely? Roughly how much would it cost?,
A. Dentures can be difficult to acheive an ideal fit. you may want to use fixadent to help you along ith this. If you want something non-removable then you will be looking at Implants. Implants costs from £2500 per tooth. However if you have many teeth done this may be discounted. If you are interested in this I recommned you book an appointment with an Implantologist.Kind regardsDr Justin Glaisterwww.umbrellasmiles.com
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What can be done for tooth gap caused by dental crowns?

January 21st, 2010
Q. Hello Dr Moore, i had some front crowns fitted a few yrs ago, and now a gap between the two front teeth have appeared. I feel very self concious. I’d been most grateful for an answer to my problem. Many thanks.,
A. The gap is likely to be caused by the teeth shifting or the crowns loosening. Ask your dentist to take a look perhaps an x-ray would help to find out the cause of the problem.
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What treatment can I have for stained teeth?

January 21st, 2010
Q. Dear Dr. Glaister, I wonder if you can advise me on the most effective treatment for my teeth. All of my front teeth are totally stained brown on the inward facing side of the teeth. I presume this is caused by smoking (which i have now given up)in the main and by the fact that my teeth have never been cleaned by a dentist. It would be great if you could advise me. Thankyou,
A. Ita hard to give you an opinion with assessing your teeth as there a few options avaible. Whitneing and orthodontics may be the best way forward, or it might be Veneers. I recommend you book a consultation with a consmetic dentist to explore your optios. You are very welcome to visit me at my clinic (020 7612 9810).Knd regrdsDr Justin Glaisterwww.umbrellasmiles.com
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What will happen now that I have been diagnosed with receding gums?

January 21st, 2010
Q. I have just returned from a routine visit to my Dentist. I know I have receeding gums & xrays show bone erosion. I smoke. I visit the hygienist every 3 months & have just had the first session of gum packing. My Dentist tells me the teeth are very clean, & have good dental hygiene. What can I expect to happen now as I gather there is no cure. Many thanks,,
A. Following correct gum treatment regular (3-monthly) visits to the hygienist gives you the best chance of keeping the status quo.  If you could stop smoking this would greatly increase your chances of keeping your teeth.
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Can dental bridges be re-done?

January 21st, 2010
Q. I just got a new 6 unit bridge in the front. But I feel like they are way to long. can they be shortened or would they have to redo the whole bridge?,
A. The bridge may possibly be able to be shortened slightly. I recommend you contact the dentist who placed this bridge for you with any concerns you may have.Kind regardsDr Justin Glaisterwww.umbrellasmiles.com
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Is material of crown linked to cancer?

January 21st, 2010
Q. Hello, I am due shortly to have a back tooth crowned. I have the option of private work or NHS work. Obviously the material in the former will be superior, but I have been told that the composition of the NHS one is some cause for concern and the word “cancer” has been mentioned.Can you shed some light on any known concerns among the dental profession? Thankyou,
A. I am not aware of any material used for crowns that is linked with cancer. Go back to your dentist to clarify the matter
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Should I clean my teeth immediately after eating?

January 21st, 2010
Q. after eating a meal is it better to clean my teeth immediately or do i wait a while,
A. Immediately provided there is minimal acid content.  The acid ( eg oranges) softens your teeth and you should dilute the acid with a glass of water and wait for about an hour before cleaning your teeth to prevent you rubbing away the softened enamel 
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Can braces close teeth spaces at my age?

January 21st, 2010
Q. i have gap and spaces between my teeth and i am over 25. can i still get braces and will this close my gaps? helppppppp. I plan on getting somerhing done bur iam not sure what will work for me because i have healthy teeth, but i donn’t smile at all.,
A. A brace could certainly close the gaps you have and give you a beautiful smile. I can recommend my collegue Darsh Patel (020 7612 9810).Kind regardsDr Justin Glaisterwww.umbrellasmiles.com
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What are the different types of implants?

January 21st, 2010
Q. Dear Dr. Moore, I am a Dental Assisting student doing a project on dental implants and I was wondering about the different types/varieties of dental implants. Thanks for your help!,
A. Root form implants are the ones most commonly used. A good website to look at for information would be the Nobel Biocare site or the Dentsply Friadent website. These should give you an overview of the technology behind their products.
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What can be done for post of crown that has broken?

January 21st, 2010
Q. What are the options once the post of a crown brakes? they are talking about an operation to push the gum & drill into the bone in order to make sure the next crown doesn’t sit directly on the bone. Any other option???? this one doesn’t sound too much fun!!!,
A. I think they are talking about exposing more of your root so that the crown can grab hold of the roots as well as the post – called the ferrule effect.  This is a good idea and is a relatively simple procedure provided your root length and bone support is good
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Is gum disease root cause of my problems?

January 21st, 2010
Q. I have just been diagnosed with advanced gum disease. I am 39. 6 years ago I had a child and subsequently was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. The gum disease has accelerated amazingly in the last 3 years and although the tests appear to show that from taking thyroxine, my thyroid function is normal, I have been arguing that I feel anything but normal. I recently paid for provate tests which suggested I also have adrenal fatigue and recent blood tests revealed the presence of thyroid antibodies. I now also have urticaria – research suggests this could be linked to auto-immune disease. I wonder if all these (and many other small issues including sinusitis) could be linked to auto-immune and whether that has a link to why the gum disease has advanced so quickly……..can you help – I have had a real problem getting the doctors to consider any link – a 5 minute appt will only deal with one issue! My dentist is going to refer me to a specialist but I am concerned that once again I will end up being treated but not dealing with the route cause. Thanks,
A. Have you seen a Periodontist for your gum condition? I would strongly reccommend you to see one. We have one at our practice www.umbrellasmiles.com.Justin Glaister
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What is your advice on dental treatment abroad?

January 21st, 2010
Q. Hi, I am considering going to Poland to have my cosmetic dentistry done as they cost is roughly 50% cheaper..would you recommend it . I know i need several implants and would like all my teeth done as they look dreadful at the monet.,
A. I can’t really advise you a it can be a lottery who does your treatment where ever you go. I would try not to consider the cost as the most important aspect of the treatment but the quality of the treatment. If you know someone in Poland they might be able to recommend someone who has experience and is cheaper than the UK
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