What is the cost of a tooth implant?

March 12th, 2010
Q. What will be the cost of tooth implant?,
A. Thanks for your question, although the costs will vary between practices, you should expect to pay around £2000 for an implant including the crown.
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Kissdental – UK Practice of the Year 2007
157 Woodsend Road, Flixton, Manchester, M41 8GN.
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Are crowns an option to improve damaged teeth?

March 12th, 2010
Q. hi im 16 my teeth are in a very bad state and fillings everywhere i dont smile nomore because of this what can i do to sort that out and are crowns a thing i should think about,
A. Either crowns or veneers depending on how damaged your teeth are – if possible hold off until you are 18 as your teeth may not be stable at 16
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Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
101 St Peters Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3EN
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What can be done for deteriorating teeth due to gum infection?

March 10th, 2010
Q. Dear Dr, I have problem with my front tooth and I need your advice. I have had a root canal treatment back in 2003 and have not had a problem since then. I am only 22 years old and recently in November 2009, I remember tugging it eating roast beef and my front tooth hurting shortly after. My gums above went purple and initially thought it was only just bruised. Shortly after a lump appeared and I went to the dentist who said it was a gum infection and gave me a treatment of antibiotics. It appeared to get better but shortly after another lump appeared, this time with pus. I went back to the dentist and went on another course(a stronger dose and for longer). This did not seem to work either so I went back to the dentist who took an x-ray and said there has been severe bone loss around my tooth and I need to get referred to a specialists. Since then, my toot has deteriorated and been in much pain. I can no longer eat solid food and even talking hurts. The tooth is so fragile that the slightest contact sends a pain to the nerve/root of my tooth. Also recently, I have noticed that the tooth has actually moved down slightly and is no longer in line with my other front tooth but lower. It is definitely wiggly and I do not know what I can do. I have been waiting to see a specialist for over a month now and do not know what I can do in the meantime until I see them. I have been living in London for 2 years but am actually from New Zealand, I’m thinking will I need to go home for treatment there or is there something I can do in the meantime until I go back at the end of this year. Could you please give me some advice: do you know what is wrong with my tooth? is this common problem? what I can do in the meantime before I can see someone? What are my options for treatment? Am I going to have to get a crown now? if not reassurance that my tooth isn’t just going to fall out anytime soon. Cause that’s what it feels like every time I touch it, feels like it’s so wiggly and painful I can no longer sleep at night. I hope you can help give me some advice. I have been waiting almost 5 months now for someone to actually tell me what is wrong! And I’m seeing the endodontist but I don’t know how long before I can actually get treatment. Kind Regards.,
A. It sounds like you have a fracture in the tooth or an infection that has  established and may therefore be quite difficult to solve without extraction. i would try to see an implant specialist in NZ and see what they think
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Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
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Can I get the Inman Aligner if I have crowned teeth?

March 10th, 2010
Q. I have crowns on my front teeth and wondered how easy it would be to use Inman aligners. I am 39 years old, and my dentist told me he would put an expander in 1st, what type of expander is he referrng to, and do all expenders seperate your front teeth ?,
A. It really depends on what treatment you want are you planning to change the crowns afterwards, you can email me some photos if you want some more advice.
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Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames Surrey, KT12 1HS
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Is there a 6 Month Smiles dentist in FLA. Tampa Bay Area?

March 10th, 2010
Q. please tell me that there is a six month smiles cosmetic dentistry in FLA. Tampa bay Area??? the six month smile is the best plan I have ever heard of so please send me some good news Doc. Lol,
A. Hi Sorry I am not aware of any dentist who carry out this treatment in this area.
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Dr Kalpesh Bohara
The Dental Suite
36 Frederick Street, Loughborough, Leicester, LE11 3BJ
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Will braces get in the way of me going to Australia?

March 10th, 2010
Q. Hello, I am currently undergoing orthodontic treatment but am no where near finishing. I first applied for treatment when I was 14 but unfortunately my details got lost somewhere which delayed my treatment dramatically. Because of this I am now 18 and have only been having Orthodontic treatment for about 6 months. I have planned to take a gap year to Australia before going to university for a number of years now and would be very dissapointed if my treatment jeapordised this. I am getting my braces through the NHS for free and am wondering what will happen if I go to Australia? Thank you ,
A. You need to discuss this with your dentist
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Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
101 St Peters Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3EN
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Husband had tooth removed but is still in pain. Any advice?

March 10th, 2010
Q. Dear Dr Moore, My husband had a back tooth removed 2 years ago, because of persistent pain, he is still in pain……and has attended hospital twice. They have xrayed him, and do not seem to know what the problem can be. He is still in pain, all to one side of his mouth (lower) He has tried all mouthwashes etc. Please help with advice. Thank You,
A. I don’t know what the problem is if it has been around for 2 years. I would try to seek advice of a specialist in facial pain or see a very experienced dentist who might have an idea of your problem
dr andrew moore

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
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Is getting braces at 20 too old?

March 10th, 2010
Q. hello would just like how long it will take to straighten teeth with braces, you think 20 is to old my bottom teeth are not that bad but my othondist said i need braces on them but i need to take more teeth out i already took 2 teeth out in my top teeth what you think i should stik to my top braces or go along with getting bottom brace as im 20 i think braces wouldnt look nice i thought about invasilign its to much out my budget,
A. It is generally better to have both jaws treated so your bite can be improved, 20 is still very young i have patients in their sixties in braces!
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Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
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What would it cost to have teeth removed and to get dentures?

March 10th, 2010
Q. hello there. I desperately need some help and advice. I have had a fear of dentists for the last 30 years (im now 40)as a result, I have not visited a dentist for that amount of time but plucked up the courage last year as my whole top set of teeth are rotten. The dentist i visited admitted my teeth would need removing but i dont know where i can find the money. My husband earns over the limit for working tax credits and because i am a full time nursing student, the tax credit service have taken my bursary into account making us not eligble for help even though with full rent, council tax, car finance and 4 children to feed we are struggling. I no longer smile, i try not to leave the house because im so embarrased an have even considered leaving my course because im finding it difficult to try and talk without opening my mouth due to the embarrassment my teeth are causing me. I am completely at the end of my tether with it all and my confidence has hit rock bottom. Please could you advise the cost of having all of my top teeth removed as none are salvedgable and dentures made. I just want to be normal again. Also, how would i go about making an appointment with a hospital dentist if needed? Many thanks for your time as I appreciate that you are busy.,
A. Hi I am sorry to hear about yout circumstances The options you have 1. to have the dentures on the NHS. Of course you may have to be aware this will be a basic set of dentures, but it would be better then nothing. Option of being referred by your NHS dentist to a teaching hospital. I hope this helps and good luck.
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The Dental Suite
36 Frederick Street, Loughborough, Leicester, LE11 3BJ
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I have had braces for 7 years but there seems to be no end in sight

March 10th, 2010
Q. i been having braces for 7 years and this is my senior year. I don’t want to graduate with braces, I am tired is there a surgery I can get to fix my teeth before graduation.,
A. You must discuss this with your orthodontist as your case is obviously complicated
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Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
101 St Peters Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3EN
Web: www.avivacosmeticdentistry.co.uk Tel: 01727 854429

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Can I get veneers if I have gum disease?

March 10th, 2010
Q. can you still have venners fitted if you have gum disease,
A. No you need to get the gum disease sorted out first. Once everything has settled then veneers would be a good way to improve the colour and shape of the teeth
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Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
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Would Lumineers be suitable treatment for snapped tooth?

March 9th, 2010
Q. One of my front teeth snapped in half about 15 years ago. It was ‘glued’ back on and has lasted all that time. It has however now come off three times in the last two months. I figure I will need to get some sort of crown, etc. I have read about ‘lumineers’ and am very interested by this idea as has the least ammount of impact to the current tooth and also seems to last the longest. Is this something that you think would work/be appropriate for my situation?,
A. It really depends on how much good tooth is left and how strong the root of the tooth is, if they are in good health a veneer will be best if more support is needed a crown might be better.
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Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames Surrey, KT12 1HS
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What will gum peeling involve?

March 9th, 2010
Q. I have melanine hyperpygmentation. My gums are black. My dentist advised me a gum peeling. What are: 1- the differents techniques to remove this black unpleasant color 2- Is-it a long term result 3-What are the contraindications 4-Did have any bad consequenses on the health of my gums,
A. I am not aware of this procedure
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Dr Kalpesh Bohara
The Dental Suite
36 Frederick Street, Loughborough, Leicester, LE11 3BJ
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Can you recommend a good home teeth whitening kit?

March 9th, 2010
Q. looking to find out if you can recommend home teeth whitening kit as i cannot afford zoom at the moment many thanks,
A. I always recommend home bleaching but only from a dentist – the over the shelf bleaches do not work
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Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
101 St Peters Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3EN
Web: www.avivacosmeticdentistry.co.uk Tel: 01727 854429

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How can I see what crowns will look like before treatment?

March 9th, 2010
Q. Im think of having cosmetic crowns on my 4 front teeth as they have worn down a lot – how can i see what it will look like before i have the treatment,
A. The best way is for your dentist to take impressions of your mouth and to create a mock up of the crowns in wax on a model of your teeth. Alternatively he could use White filling to build up the teeth to create a similar mock up in your mouth so you can see what things look like
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Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
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How long will it be to fix overbite with retainer?

March 9th, 2010
Q. Hi, i got retainers for overbite in August, and wore them everyday, day and night for about a month, then i stopped after they were tightened because it was too painful, but i decided that im going to wear them again. How long will i have to wear them for my overbite to be cured? Also, i have a gap in my front teeth, and there is no metal/brace on my retainer for that, so i think i am getting fixed braces after my overbite is cured. How long till the gap closes up? Thank you.,
A. It is impossible to tell you how long your treatment will take the longer you wear your retainers the quicker they will move. Make sure you see your dentist regularly so they can check your treatment is working.
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Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames Surrey, KT12 1HS
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Unfinished implant treatment is causing me great trouble

March 9th, 2010
Q. Hi i WOULD LIKE TO ASK YOU IF IS ANYTHING TO BE DONE IN MY SITUATION.i START A FULL MOUTH RESTAURATION LAST YEAR,i MANAGE TO HAVE ALL THE EXTRACTION DONE AND SIX IMPLANTS ON MY UPPER JAW.NOW MY CIRCUMSTANCES CHANGE I M ON INCAPACITY BENEFIT,I HAVE A HC2 CERTIFICATE WICH NOT EEMS TO HELP ME MUCH AND MY DENTIST IS NOT PAYING ME ATENTION ANYMORE.I M STUCK IN THE MIDLE WITH A TEMPORARY BRIDGE WICH IS NOT DONE AND FIT IT PROPERLY AND MY DENTIST EVEN SUGEST TO TAKE OUT MY IMPLANTS AND HAVE A DENTURE INSTEAD WICH I THINK IS RIDICULOS.I OFFERED TO PAID THE DIFERENCE FOR THE ABUTMENTS,DIFERENCE ON CROWNS PRICE TO HAVE FIX ATLEAST MY UPPER JAW BUT i CAN’T FIND ANYWHERE SOMEONE TO HELP ME.i BEEN REFUSED BY DENTAL HSPITALS BECAUSE i M NOT AN EMERGENCY BUT THINGS GO WORST WITH EVERY DAY PASSING,CAN’T EAT PROPERLY,MY STOMAC START TO HURT,LOSE WEIGHTS ,GET INFECTION IS LIKE A KNOCK EFECT.ANY HOPE?,
A. Unfortunately there are no other options availabe. It is either having a denture of finding a way to finance the rest of the treatment.
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The Dental Suite
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Broken tooth feels sensitive but what should I do?

March 9th, 2010
Q. a part of my wisdom filled tooth came off.slight pain,when tongue touches the broken teeth feels uneasy,has sensitive tooth to cold water.,
A. Please visit your dentist before it gets worse
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Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
101 St Peters Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3EN
Web: www.avivacosmeticdentistry.co.uk Tel: 01727 854429

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What are my options for badly discoloured tooth?

March 9th, 2010
Q. i had the nerve removed from a tooth about ten years ago it has now started to very badly discolour and pieces are flaking off. what are my choices for replacement will i be able to have a crown if the tooth is dead,
A. Yes it sounds like acrown or veneer will be a good option You need to find out if the root is strong enough first
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Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
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Is face welling to do with bacteria in gums?

March 9th, 2010
Q. dose your face swell with bacteria in your gums,
A. It can this can be an abcess caused by infection building up.
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Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames Surrey, KT12 1HS
Web: www.mulberrydental.co.uk  Tel: 01932 223 479

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