Cosmetic Dentistry Guide » brushing teeth

Brushing my teeth doesn’t seem to make them any whiter, should I have me teeth whitened?

Dr Mark Hughes — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 10:10:55 +0000

hello, i have a problem with my teeth, i brush my teeth twice, sometimes even three times a day however i cant get my teeth to look white, i am not bothrered if it look just a bit white or really white but i just dont understand why i cant get it to look white after brushing my teeth so many times, can you find a solution for me please or tell me what i can do, i changed my toothpaste and always change the brush but dont seem to make any difference, i am thinking to get my teeth whitened but can i avoid that and use something to make it look whiter, i really need your help

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The back of my teeth are turning brown, why is this?

Dr Andrew Moore — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 15:30:17 +0000

My lower front teeth keep turning brown with build up but only on the inside?
I had this scraped off at the dentist just 10 weeks ago and it is now back.
Can you tell me what this is?
Also i have little feeling in these teesh after an operation on my Jaw.

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Why do my gums bleed everytime I brush?

Dr Julian Caplan BDS — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 17:39:01 +0000

my teeth have been bleeding when i brush them, its happened for years now. whats the cause

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Any suggestions of how to get my teeth white?

Dr Julian Caplan BDS — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 16:18:07 +0000

Am just woundering I have a few bad teeth and scared off having them taken out and I don’t want the rest off my teeth going like it a do brush them twice a day now n and having trouble getting them white can you suggest anything

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What steps can I take to prevent my gingivitis from getting worse?

Dr Julian Caplan BDS — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 16:53:59 +0000

what are some steps to take for possible severe gingivitis or worse before you can make it to the dentist

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I went through a patch of depression and neglected brushing, now I think my teeth are loose, what problem do I have?

Dr Rob Tennet — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 16:37:20 +0000

Hi thanks for your time i am due at my dentist in march ( appointments booked) i went through a very bad patch of depression recently lasting 8 months where i basically let my health run down my diet, eating habbits, and oral hygiene i basically missed about 274 days of brushing im ashamed to admit however i did at points use mouth wash whenever i didnt brush ( im very ashamed of lack of oral hygiene during this time) recently ( since nov / dec time) i have got back into a routine where i have started brushing occasionally flossing and motuh washing ( cortisol gum mouth wash) basically i have noticed in last few weeks ( aprox 12 day ish) i have noticed when i touch my tongue against my teeth usually bottom front they “click” or rather feel like they move however this is not noticeable when i check in mirror my fiance tried wiggling my tooth with his fingers and said “nope thats not going anywhere thats in there” when i try the tooth with my fingers it doesnt move either i just hear a click which i inaudiable to anyone else. i have noticed a vast improvement in my gums of late and they dont seem to be bleeding as much if at all when i brush should i be worried about the “clicking/movement” or is this normal when bad teeth as i call them start getting healthier. Thanks again and any advice you can give would be appreciated

Ps my fiancee says he has noticed ive been grinding my teeth occasionally in my sleep could this be another factor of “clicking/moving” ?

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When is the best time to brush one’s teeth? Before or after breakfast?

Dr Sunita Verma — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 12:45:47 +0000

When is the best time for brushing one’s teeth? Is it best to brush before breakfast or after?

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What will happen if I neglect to look after my teeth?

Dr Kailesh Solanki — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 15:34:52 +0000

What can happen to your teeth if you dont take care of them? What do they look like after 5,10 or 15 years of not brushing?

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Will my maternity exemption certificate cover my cosmetic dentistry?

Dr Kailesh Solanki — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 14:14:49 +0000

I try and look after my teeth,brushing very regular,strong mouthwash etc, but my dentist has told me that I have naturally weak teeth. I have fillings in almost every tooth and a recent pregnancy has made exsisting problems worse. Iv not got many back teeth left. Im only 26 and dont want dentures at such a young age. I cant afford implants or veneers, is there any help availiable to me? Will my maternity exemption certificate cover any cosmetic dentistry?

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I was diagnosed with gingivitis and thought I had it under control. But now there is a gap forming in my lower front teeth. Can you advise?

Dr Kailesh Solanki — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 10:10:42 +0000

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6 months ago i was diagnosed as having gingervitus caused during prenancy. The advice i was given was to brush twice daily and to floss and use corsodyl mouth wash. i have been doing this, and my gums don’t bleed now. This week i noticed that a gap has appearing in my lower front teeth. I’m concerned that my problems have got worse.,

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