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Can I get teeth removed and replaced with bridge due to gum disease?

Thursday, March 4th, 2010
Q. i have a large over bite and my upper teeth are very lose. I tried to have my dentist put braces on them but was informed that due gum diseas it would not be a good idea to have braces because i would lose them anyway. Could I have those teeth removed a get a bridge instead,
A. For you to get a bridge in the first place you require surrounding teeth to replace the gap, which the bridge holds on to. I suggest you get on top of your periodontal condition (gum disease) by regularily seeing a hygienist or periodontist and then I would put braces on after your gums are stable. Justin Glaister 
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Is white and yellow stuff on teeth sign of decay?

Thursday, March 4th, 2010
Q. Hi I was wondering… i have white stuff on my teeth over it yellow stuff. Is this tooth decay, and would this be treated along with when i get my permenent braces?,
A. I guess it might be plaque and yes it should be thoroughly removed before braces
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Are there any payment plans available for braces?

Thursday, March 4th, 2010
Q. hello, I am 22 yrs old and i need braces, i was wondering if there are payment plans available and also if it is possible to get them on the nhs as i dont earn very much. having crooked teeth is making me feel very self concious to the point where i hide my teeth when talking and smiling.,
A. We have a system at our practice where with each visit, you can pay off £500 towards your treatment until you’ve paid it all. I have no idea about the NHS as i’ve never worked in an NHS practice before, I would try and call up your local NHS dentist and ask them for suggestions. Justin Glaister 
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Can braces help with TMJ issue?

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010
Q. I had braces as a child though I have not been wearing a retainer throughout the years because I was unaware that I needed to do so. Subsequently, my teeth have been shifting back to the original position. Additionally, I have been grinding my teeth at night and my jaw is slightly out of alignment as well. My question is whether or not braces will be able to fix not only my dental issue but the TMJ issue as well? Thank you in advance for your answer. Truly,
A. Hello, braces would rectify the problem with the crowding in most cases, however it is very difficult to predict whether the TMJ problem will improve with the brace treatment. i would predict that you may need some addition treatment such as a bite raising appliance to help your TMJ issue. regards Andrew
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What can be done about one crooked tooth?

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010
Q. I have a back tooth (the one that is next to my wisdom teeth that is crooked. I had the wisdom tooth(this was the tooth behind it) and the tooth in front of it removed because of decay so now that tooth has become crooked. Is there a way to straight that one tooth? I’m preparing to get a bridge placed there but that tooth must be straightened first. My dentist said that I could have it filed down or that I could go to the ortho and get braces. Would I need a full set of braces just for the one tooth?,
A. Usually a local solution to derotate your tooth is possible
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Can you give me some ideas about cost of invisible braces?

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010
Q. Hi, I never had braces as a child and have recently become more self conscious about my croocked/overlapping teeth. I have been looking at the different types of invisible braces, but am concerned about the costs! Could you give me some idea of how much different types of invisible braces cost?,
A. We have a wonderful dentist who does complementary Invisalign consultations and he does so much Invisalign he gets them cheaper than other dentists and therefore it ends up cheaper for the patient. All I know is that for a simple case it costs £1450 and for a full case it is £2900. Not everyone is suitable which is why you need a consultation first. Justin Glaister
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Why are upper braces teeth affecting lower teeth?

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010
Q. I have recently just got braces but i have only got the top brace not the bottom. My othurdontist didn’t put the bottom brace on because he is worried that it may try to grow in front of my top jaw as it is not level. For the last 2 days, it feels like my bottom jaw is trying to grow in front of my top jaw and it is now causing me discomfort, is this normal?,
A. Not sure what is happening here but it might be just pressure on the lower teeth. Ask your orthodontist to take a look for you.
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What is the cost of clear fixed braces?

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010
Q. Hello, I am wondering if you have an average price for the clear fixed brackets for the upper teeth only. i have been quoted £2500 although I asked if this was for both upper and lower and they said yes and although I only want the upper ones fitted there would be no change in cost. Can you confirm if this is normally the case? Thanks, K,
A. Costs vary from dentist to dentist
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Wisdom teeth ruined results of previous braces but what can be done?

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010
Q. Hi as a teenager, i had braces (train tracks) and after i was finished i was given a retainer to secure my teeth in the correct position. I wore them at night as i was asked for a few months to a year gradually wearing them less. My teeth were straight and i felt no need to wear the retainer no more. Im 20 and about a year ago my my top 2 wisdom teeth came through. as they came through i expireinced no problem. But since then i have noticed that my top teeth on one side have become crooked only slightly and my retainer didnt fit so i couldnt correct the problem. what im worried about is the fact that to this day i still feel them moving and my teeth are now becoming way out of alignment and my bite has become a grinding bite. What do i do, i dnt really want to have braces again and am scared to ask the dentist becuase it will cost so much money which as a student i cant afford. Im just annoyed that it took along time to get my teeth straight and now with in a year they are crooked again. I was never warned of my wisdom teeth being a problem which is why i never took action or cantacted my orthodontist when they came through. Are there any other options that can correct the alignment like a slip on brace. one that is permenent of visiable,
A. I would recommend that you attend either an Orthodontist, or a cosmetic dental practice for a free intial consultation. This will enable you to find out which treatments would be suitable to straighten your teeth, and how long you should expect the treatment to take. There are treatments such as Invisalign which are virtually invisible and removable. There are also systems availble which can acheive results in as little as six weeks. On completion of any alignment treatment, there is the option of either a fixed or removable retainer. I wish you well with your treatment. Kindest Regards. Dr Kailesh Solanki
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Is dentist right in saying daughter cannot have braces until she is 12?

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010
Q. Hi, Our daughter is now 6 yrs old and she has her adult 2 upper front teeth and 2 front lower teeth through – our concern is that although she cleans twice a day with an electric toothbrush, they appear yellow and speckled with white patches. She has been in hospital a few times on strong intravenous antibiotics and we are concerned that this affected her teeth as they were ‘forming’ or growing through? Also, her top 2 teeth are similar to mine and quite large in comparison to the ‘average’ size and havea large gap in between them – I asked our dentist if a brace would be needed and he advised that he would not begin to ‘touch’ her teeth with a brace until she is at least 12 or when all of her adult teeth are through – is this normal because I had a brace fitted when I was still in primary school – so under 11 yrs old. Thankyou,
A. Most orthodontist will wait until about 12 to carry out brace work – you child has a lot of growing to do which may improve the situation naturally over time
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Can underbite be corrected with braces?

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010
Q. I am a 39 year old female and would like to correct an underbite. Can this be done with braces alone, or is surgery the only answer? what kind of costs are involved for each option?,
A. Usually this can be treated with orthodontics and the cost can vary – a ball park figure would be between £3000 and £4000
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Will NHS pay for second braces treatment?

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010
Q. hi i just wanted to know that basically before i had my braces done when i was about 13 or 14, they gave me the retainer after but then because i was not able to speak properly (my speech was not clear) i no longer wore them, i have recently turned 15 and my teeth have become the same as it was before the braces was put on, my question is that can i put braces on again without paying?,
A. You’ll have to speak to your orthodontist but I doubt the NHS will pay for more braces I’m afraid
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What would be the cost of permanent braces?

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010
Q. Hi I have just had the 6 month smile braces fitted. After treatment is finished I am interested in having permanent bonded braces on the back of both my upper and lower teeth. What would be the average cost for these? In addition to the £2k already incurred. Thanks,
A. Thanks for your question, sometimes the dentist will have incorporated the cost of a fixed retainer into your treatment plan. However, if not then you should expect to pay around £125. I hope this helps. Kindest Regards. Dr Kailesh Solanki
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What treatment would be best to close front tooth gap?

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010
Q. hi doctor.I have a 1cm gap between my front teeth,their not straight.I was born with it,but i would like to close it.I’ve had about braces,tooth bonding etc.I dont know which one will work.Can you please help me,
A. It is difficult for me to say exactly, though with a 1cm gap (which is very large in dentistry terms)I would not suggest a tooth bonding. Unfortunatly straighteing is the best option in your case. There are a few types of straightening procedures and I would reccommend you see an Orthodontist to talk about them. Justin Glaister
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How much would it cost to get standard braces?

Monday, March 1st, 2010
Q. I am twenty, and I did have standard braces on my top teeth when I was fifteen. They worked perfectly and I went from retainer to standard braces in one year; however, when it came to having my braces out and my retainer put in again, i hardly wore it because it was pulling my teeth backwards into my mouth which made me naively panic. Since then my teeth are straight, but the 1mm gap between my 2 front teeth has re-opened. So now I was wondering how expencive it would be to get standard braces again to close it? Thankyou,
A. Usually between £3000 and £4000
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Are braces free if you are under 18?

Monday, March 1st, 2010
Q. do i get free braces since im under 18?,
A. It depends on your dentist and how much of an orthodontic problem you have
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Can I have teeth that stick in side of mouth straightened?

Monday, March 1st, 2010
Q. I am 55 and I have two side teeth which turn into my mouth. They have never bothered me before but they do now. what would be inloved to staighten my teeth, either crown or implant? I dont have a bite on those teeth and there is a lot of gum recession. I would love to have them all veneered but I dont thin I can afford it?,
A. I guess you may need to think about removing the 2 teeth then closing the gaps with braces or implants if they are poorly placed teeth with gum recession. ask your dentist for more detailed advice
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Are braces the cause of grey damaged tooth?

Monday, March 1st, 2010
Q. My teen daughter just got her braces off and few days later front tooth turned grey with soom pain her gum was drak grey with pain. Can getting her braces off damge her tooth???,
A. hi it is possible that teeth can have the nerve inside die off during orthodontics although this happens rarely. you need an x ray and likely need a root canal on the tooth.
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Can I get Invisalign braces free as I am only 14?

Monday, March 1st, 2010
Q. i am 14, can i gat invisible braces free? or any other type except the metal braces?,
A. Unlikely – the NHS has limited funds and you will only be able to have the standard metal brace
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Can I get braces if I have soft gums?

Friday, February 26th, 2010
Q. If you have an over bite,and soft gums can you still get braces or invisalign?,
A. I would get your gums sorted out first before any brace treatments
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