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With removable partial denture I am not able to speak or eat

admin — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:43:59 +0000

Q. I had a removable partial denture fitted 3 days ago. I can’t speak or eat with it and I’m sure the problem is because of the acrylic palate. Is it possible to have the palate removed? I have four teeth on the denture which are held in with two clasps and it is so hard to remove it. I haven’t put it in today, because its too difficult to get out again. Please advise. Many thanks

A. It sounds like it needs adjustment although the difficulty speaking is normal when a denture is first fitted. You might have to go back to your dentist next week for adjustments or consider an alternative such as a bridge or implants.

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG

Having same crown for a long time has caused dark tone

admin — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:19:18 +0000

Q. Hi I have had a crown in place for 15 years+. Think it must have metal in it as I now have a dark tone to the gum above the tooth. Can this be rsolved or is it a case of replacing the crown with another material? Thanks.

A. Unfortunatley you would normally need to replce the crown and bury the edge of the crown below the gum. You could also use an all ceramic crown to avoid this in the future.

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG

Confused over the best treatment for my teeth

admin — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 11:44:36 +0000

Q. I have an overbite and i’m losing my 4 front teeth.I’m thinking of removing the teeth and getting partial acrylic dentures and wearing them for a year and then switching to the flexi partial or dental implants whichever will be easeier on my wallet.My question is should i get braces first and then worry about my teeth falling out later? The reason i ask is because another dentist recommended just that and thought it was odd but then again i’m not a dentist.I will appreciate your response in this matter cause i’m so confused and i need to decide which will be the most effective dental plan for me.Thank you so much.

A. If your remaining teeth would benefit form a better position and if your gum line will be improved for future implants for your 4 front teeth I would also recommend a brace. Hope that helps

Dr Julian Caplan
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
Director on the board of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
www.avivacosmeticdentistry.co.uk
101 St. Peters Street
St. Albans Hertfordshire
AL1 3EN

Is its true that partial acrylic denture not available in nhs?

admin — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 02:48:58 +0000

Q. At the moment I have a 4 tooth bridge which is at the front on my upper teeth. It is a hinge which I have been told is broken so at the moment this is only supported on the one side which is on a post. I have been told by 2 dentists that as this is a large bridge I will now have to have a denture which although not happy have accepted this is the only solution. My problem that before I had my bridge had a plate and as have a strong gag reflex didn’t not get on with this at all also when I was eating it shifted as was most uncomfortable. I have been shown a denture that is metal and doesn’t seem to cover the roof of my mouth would this be a better option than the normal partial acrylic denture for me? I have been told that this is not available on the NHS? Any suggestions greatly appreciated.

A. hi many thanks for your email, my advice is to think about dental implants which are fixed and do not require a plate. the cost of a four unit bridge on two implants are approx £5000. msny practices do offer interest free credit to help finance the treatment.

Dr Kailesh Solanki

Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental
www.kissdental.co.uk
Tel: 0161 748 5250
157 Woodsend Road
Flixton Manchester
M41 8GN
UK Practice of the Year 2007

I hv abscess in my mouth Can I fly?

admin — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 02:22:39 +0000

Q. can i travel-fly if i have a abscess in my mouth

A. Hi many thanks for your email, it is unwise to fly if you have a dental abcess, i would try to get this treated before you fly the pain is said to be severe if you fly with an infected tooth.

Dr Kailesh Solanki

Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental
www.kissdental.co.uk
Tel: 0161 748 5250
157 Woodsend Road
Flixton Manchester
M41 8GN
UK Practice of the Year 2007

Any other treatment then dentures for roof of mouth

admin — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 02:23:04 +0000

Q. I have never had good teeth and now have no top teeth left.I’am 35 now but have always had a fear of the dentist. I hate having dentures as they have taken away any confidence i used to have.Every time i go to the dentist i always seem to come away with dentures that have teeth that are bigger than which was on my old plate. I have been wearing the same plate for years which has no gum above the teeth and find that i cannot wear the full set of dentures they try to give me as they feel awkward and make me gag. Can you advise me if i have any other available options rather than dentures. i would love to have the roof of my mouth back again rather than a plastic one but understand this may not be optimistic. with thanks.

A. Thanks for your e-mail, please do not give up hope, there is an alternative to your dentures. Many dental practices, including my own, are now able to offer dental implants with high success rates. These dental implants can be used to secure a denture in place, to eliminate the fear of the plate slipping out, or they can be used to secure bridgework. This latter option would enable you to have fixed teeth without the need for any acrylic covering your palate. I suggest that you attend a dental implant clinic for a consultation, to assess whether this is something that would appeal to you. Some of these clinics will be able to offer you a free inital consultation, so that you can make an informed choice without any financial loss. Kindest Regards. Dr Kailesh Solanki

Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental
www.kissdental.co.uk
Tel: 0161 748 5250
157 Woodsend Road
Flixton Manchester
M41 8GN
UK Practice of the Year 2007

Will fizzy drinks erode enamel and effect the Whitening process?

admin — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:16:52 +0000

Q. I have been given a kit called ‘day white excel 3’ from my dentist in Australia. I used the kit last week for 9 days straight and was meant to leave it on for half an hour, but sometimes left it for over an hour. I had very sensitive teeth afterwards and felt that diet coke or anything acidic afterwards was attacking my teeth. It looks like some enamel may have been eroded the root s of some of my teeth, is this possible or could the whitening highlight a problem that may already be there? In addition do fizzy drinks and sparkling water erode the enamel on teeth over time? Thanks in advance.

A. During bleaching and for 2 weeks afterwards you should stay away from fizzy drinks and staining foods/drinks. Home bleaching kits will not cause erosion of your teeth provided they are prescribed by a dentist and are carbamide peroxide based.

Dr Julian Caplan
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
Director on the board of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
www.avivacosmeticdentistry.co.uk
101 St. Peters Street
St. Albans Hertfordshire
AL1 3EN

my teeth will probably have to come out but whats the best kind of dentures to get after

admin — Fri, 01 May 2009 06:16:59 +0000

Q. I’m about to go to see a dentist today for the first time in many years. My teeth (or whats left of them) will probably have to come out, but whats the best kind of dentures to get after. How much do the different types cost. Any info would be great

A. The best thing initially is an acrylic denture fitted while the gums heal. You could then consider a chrome denture or an implant-supported denture once the tissues have fully healed

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG

Is composite filling better than acrylic ones will it last longer?

admin — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:02:47 +0000

Q. I had a white filling in a molar tooth I think it was an acrylic one, it was cured by a UV light and matched the natural colour of my tooth, since it was done about four months ago it has been sensitive to hot & cold, I’ve been back to the dentist, he explained that because the cavity was deep it could have been that the acrylic filling was conducting the heat/cold to the root causing some discomfort he has now replaced it with another type of white filling that did Not need a UV light to cure it, its pure white and he said it would be prone to staining, it left a nasty taste in my mouth he also told me not to eat on the repaired side for about an hour, My question is, what material is it likely to be and is this a better material than the acrylic one? Will it last for as long as an acrylic one, Thanks for your time,

A. i think what you are referring to is a composite filling which is a resin based material, not acrylic. i am unsure what the other material you are describing is, but you could find out from your dentist if this was helpful.

Dr Kalpesh Bohara
The Dental Suite
www.dental-suite.co.uk
Tel: 01509 231144
36 Frederick Street
Loughborough Leicester
LE11 3BJ

I want vampire teeth joined on to my k9 teeth

admin — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 11:07:17 +0000

Q. Hi Rob, I have been lookin into getting a set of permenant vampire teeth joined on to my k9 teeth. Do you know if any dentist will attempt this and if so how much would I be looking at spending? Many thanks.

A. You can get veneers done. The limiting factor is accomodating the increased size in the existing arrangement with the opposing teeth. Your jaw alignment would ned to be checked. Human jaw muscles need more freedom than a traditional fang arrangement provides and probably it is not a long term restoration , veneer fracture & debonding would be ongoing. However for an appearance that lasts a couple of years that could be replaced with conventional veneers, it is possible.

£100 assesment, photos, study casts trial wax up.
£420 per veneer.

Dr Rob Tennet
St Johns Dental Practice
www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk
Tel: 0121 643 0610
18 Bennett’s Hill
Birmingham B2 5QJ