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Is there any treatment available for my two worn down teeth?

admin — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 04:05:13 +0000

Q. Dear Andrew, I have 2 very worn down teeth in the lower jaw at the front, I feel my jaw has lost some height and also the edges of the teeth are rough and are very uncomfortable! The dentist says any filling would come off so he won’t fill them. I am on a budget, what treatment would help?,

A. It sounds like you may a stronger restoration such as a crown to rebuild the teeth

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

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Do I need my crown re-fitting?

admin — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 03:50:30 +0000

Q. I have recently had two crowns fitted next to each other. The one onmy lower right 7 is ok and the crown is flush to the tooth left underneath, The one on the 6 next to is has a small gap at the back between the tooth and the crown. Is this ok or do I need to have it refitted. My dentist said it is ok as long as you floss it.,

A. It needs to be closely monitored but if it’s key clean it should be ok

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

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Any advice on knocked out tooth?

admin — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 03:24:56 +0000

Q. I have fallen over and knocked out 1 front tooth which was put back what I thought was successfully 2 years ago. I am now told that it is being rejected. It is a rather prominent tooth. What is the best route to take and what would be the approximate cost? Thank you,

A. if the teeth either side are relatively healthy I would recommend an implant supported crown. The costs vary depending on each case but a ball park figure between £2500 and £4000 would be reasonable

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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Is there any treatment for a missing front tooth?

admin — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:33:14 +0000

Q. I have had one of my front teeth removed 2 months ago. My dentist had a plate made up for me which makes me sick every time I where it. I have been informed by my dentist that I cannot have a bridge made because the front tooth that remains is a crown with a metal post and the remaining bone where the other tooth was has been effected? I would like to have a second opinion on this as I cannot go about any longer with a missing front tooth (It is driving me mad),

A. Please make an appointment at my practice where I will be able to give you your options

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I had root canals but should I consider implants?

admin — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:53:09 +0000

Q. About 5 years ago I had an accident that required restoration to my front top teeth. I have one missing incisor because of that accident as well that is now bridged. I had root canals on 4 teeth that are now starting to need retreats because of infection. I’ve also been told that there is some decay on one tooth that might require a reconstruction of the whole bridge area. I have a few questions, 1. should a root canal last longer than 5 years? 2. How does tooth decay happen on a root canaled/crowned tooth and is it preventable? 3. I was 25 when the accident happened and was never offered the implant option, should that be something I consider now? Thank you in advance for your answers.,

A. hello thanks for your questions: 1. Root canal can last 1 year or 20, if infection redevelopes on the root it has to be redone or the tooth removed. 2. decay can still occur on a root treated or crowned tooth usually around the margin of the crown where it joins the tooth underneath. You should think about cutting sugar out of your diet and improving your oral hygiene to stop this occuring again. 3. Yes implants might be another option you should consider if any of the teeth have doubtful prognosis Andrew

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

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Can I get decaying molars crowned?

admin — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:35:23 +0000

Q. hi guys, i am terrified of the dentist! which is never a good thing, due to this every time i go to the dentist i get a tooth pulled!!!!!! i have two molars which have started to decay, and i have holes in them, but i cannot have them pulled out as it will be obvious! could i get them crowned? money isnt an object but i cannot loose these teeth! it is my fault but im so scared! thanks xx,

A. Yes it is normally possible to crown the teeth, perhaps with root canal as well. If they aren’t savable then you could consider implants to fill the gap. The treatment could be provided under sedation to help you with your anxietyRegards Andrew

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

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Along with my crown the root fell out as well please advice on the treatment

admin — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 05:46:29 +0000

Q. I had a crown which has fallen out, along with the crown coming out the root fell out as well. It is one of the teeth near the front, top row. What advice would you give and is it expensive?

A. My advice here is free.An initial examination at StJohns Dental in Birmingham is free , call 0121 643 0610 for details.A missing tooth can be replaced by an NHS denture ( lowest cost £198) a bridge or a dental implant ( Private treatment fee guide (£2000-3000 per tooth ) Obviously you also need to make sure that no other crowns or teeth are in poor condition before staring Regards Robwww.e-dentalpractice.co.uk

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

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My filling came off twice would I get a cap on the tooth under the guarantee?

admin — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:58:31 +0000

Q. I recently had my front tooth chipped (october) and since then I have had it filled twice. It has now fallen out again which is getting quite annoying. The filling come with a year guarantee but I was wondering if there was a possibility of my dentist putting a cap on the tooth under the guarantee or do you think I would have to pay?

A. You will have to pay for a cap/crown as this is a more extensive treatment

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

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Are the crowns the only solution for my strange bite

admin — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 08:57:43 +0000

Q. Dear Dr. Caplan I have a strange bite where my teeth only touch at the very back. I have had this since childhood and have learnt to compensate accordingly (no problems eating etc.). I am now 34 and my new dentist advised there are too choices, surgery – which I would rather avoid especially since the reults are not a given and secondly to crown the teeth and create a new bite. This would mean crowning 10 teeth on the top and ten on the bottom. My dentist says it would change the way I speak (get rid of my slight lisp) and correct my bite and prevent it worsening over time and over-crowding of the teeth. Are crowns the right solution? 20 crowns seems very extensive and no doubt expensive! What problems could I forsee? Will I develop problems in the future if I do not do this? How long with crowns last? Thank-you!

A. A lot depends on how severe your open bite is. In these situations I often get a second opinion by an orthodontist. If possible it is always best to move the teeth into the correct position rather than cut them for veneers or crowns. If teeth are heavily prepared – as in the case of crowns – there is always a possibility that the nerve may be affected and root treatment necessary. Having said that I have done many cases where the case was very straight forward and no root treatments were needed. If orthodontics is not possible then I would opt for onlays on the back teeth and veneers on the front teeth – minimizing the amount of tooth that would need to be removed

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What are the pros and cons of having posts added to root canals?

admin — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 08:45:33 +0000

Q. What are the advantages and disadvantages of having posts added to root canals? If it is not absolutely necessary, would it be wiser to wait? At what age do dentists start advising people to add posts? I have had a few front crowns for a few decades now. Thanks!!

A. Posts are required to support a crown when a tooth is badly broken. All posterior teeth and premolar teeth should have full coverage restorations made to prevent them from splitting. Anterior teeth only need to be crowned if they are very heavily filled or for aesthetic reasons

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