Posts Tagged ‘ct scan’

Cost for reconstructing my teeth following periodontal disease

Thursday, November 5th, 2009

Q. I am about to start looking for a dentist to do some reconstructive work on my teeth. I am about to lose many teeth due to genetic periodontitis. I am willing to have some existing teeth pulled if it makes the procedure easier – I do not hold out much hope for most of them. My preferred option would be bridges secured by implants, if possible. Can you advise me of the options I may have and the cost implications of same.

A. Hello, thanks for your message, it sounds like implants would be your best option is you still have enough bone for them. You would need an assessment and a ct scan of the jaws to decide the best treatment. As a rule you may need to budget around £1500-2000 per missing tooth if implants are used. Let me know if you’d like me to take a look for you my clinic number is 01245 268 494

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

Is the pain due to sinus or crownless tooth?

Sunday, October 11th, 2009

Q. Dr. Patel, I had a major sinus infection for about a week now. My dentist took an x-ray of #2 and #3 (both had root canals in the past with no complications)with no issues. Apparently, I have deep sinus cavities. Some info recently: #2 crown broke a month ago and was reordered for replacement next week. It’s been crownless. Now, #3 hurts bad. The dentist gave me pain relieve and antiobiotic. But #3 still #3 hurts. Is it sinus related? Is it becuase #2 crown is not there and things are shifting?

A. It could be a sinus infection which mimics toothache, unfortunately you can not be sure, if the pain lasts more than 10 days it may be tooth related.

dr riten patel

Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS

Can u gimme some information about why my lower jaw goes to the right?

Tuesday, September 1st, 2009

Q. Hiya, im 21 and have recently noticed that my lower jaw goes to right. I never really noticed it until it was mentioned to me about 6 months ago. I have tried looking on the net but all i can find is info on overbites, and nothing regarding anyone with there jaw going to the right. Best regards

A. This can be caused by asymmetirical growth of your jaw sometimes caused by trauma at a young age. If your teeth fit together corectly, the upper teeth being on the outside of the lower teeth the chin can be reshaped to improve the appearance by a plastic surgeon. I the teth do not fit together properly you may be able to have youtr jaw broken and repositioned correctly.

dr julian caplan

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

What do u suggest for a loose tooth?

Monday, August 24th, 2009

Q. I have a tooth which feels loose what can i do? i dont want to lose it?

A.  You may have to lose it if there is no bone surrounding the tooth. Se  your dentist to have the tooth Xrayed to assess the bone levels and to see if gum treatment is possible

dr julian caplan

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

can a person use the self ligating brace if he has a bridge and one root canal tooth?

Monday, August 24th, 2009

Q. can a person use the self ligating brace if he has a bridge and one root canal tooth?

A. Prior to any orthodontic procedure a comprehensive orthodontic assessment needs to be carried out including radiographic assessment..  It is unlikely that your bridge could be moved

dr julian caplan

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

I am unhappy with my past root canal treatment should I pay my dentist or not

Tuesday, April 21st, 2009

Q. A couple of years ago I went to a cosmetic dentist with whom I had 3 crowns done and root canal treatment on 2 teeth. The crowns were dreadful and stupidly I coughed up. When I had an appmnt. for one of the root canal treatments I was asked if Iminded another dentist doing it as the original dentist had gone to Germany on a course. The covering dentist had been shipped in from Manchester not only to cover for treatment but also to cover up the fact that his coun terpart was practicing whilst struck off. He tried far too long to find the root and it scared me of dentists to this day. I registered with NHS for routine checks after this. Just recently I approached another cosmetic dentist to re-do my crowns. After X Rays she said the root was damaged on tooth Mcr dentist did, but that she could extract it and bridge it to two crowns either side. She also said the other root canal was infected and needed treatment. This was going to be used in the bridge. I went for first appmnt and had panoramic x-ray and diagnostic wax-up. A couple of days later I went to my NHS dentist for routine check, explained to him what I was having done and he said that the teeth to be used in bridge weren’t very good and that I could be wasting my money as root canal could become infected again. As the cosmetic dentist had taken a large deposit off me I stopped the cheque and said I wasn’t going ahead but that I would pay for the appnmt I’d had. It was to be £350. I am peeved at having to pay this, and haven’t done yet. Shall I or shall I not. Sorry for the rambling but I’ve had it with dentists. I could even add to this. Please advise.

A. The £350 sounds like a fair price to me- as you’ve has a diagnostic wax up and Panoramic xray- also for the surgery time.
You need to understand that alot of dentists have very different opinions as to what the best treatment will be.
It is difficult for me to say, as I have not seen the xrays- or the state of the teeth. All I can say is that the risk is always taken with all dental treatment and things such as root canal treatment is not always successful. In future, I would recommend seeing a specialised endodontist for any root fillings. I would definately recommend that the treatment for the overall aesthetic results, be done with a cosmetic dentist (as you weren’t happy with the origional crowns)
Instead of having a conventional bridge, perhaps you can consider having dental implants. This option would mean that the adjacent teeth will not have to be compromised. It is a more costly option, but something to bear in mind. Good luck and hope you get the treatment you need.

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 do not like my dentures how much would implants cost

Wednesday, July 9th, 2008

Q. I have a full top denture and partial lower, i really do not cope well with the dentures i have had them for just over a year now and was looking to see if would be possible to have implants and an estimate of the costs involved

 

A. An implant supported denture is a good possibility to replace your top denture. Yes it is still a denture but with implants to clip onto it is firmly fixed in place & much less coverage than a normal denture. Guide price £ 3-5000 (2 implant fixtures with stud/ball attachments)

A fully supported implant reconstruction 10-12 teeth on 4-6 fixtures in the upper arch. Guide price £15-20,000

Replacing the lower denture depends a lot on which teeth are left and how much bone is available. Bridges on remaining teeth and implants are options that will probably need to decided after XRays or CT scans.

To get a definitive treatment plan you will probably need to spend around £100 on consultation, study casts, XRays & photos. A CT Scan costs about £300 in addition if needed. In our practice this is a loss leader it takes a lot of time and effort to produce the final conclusion. A free consultation with a dentist is available to discuss the likely choices for your situation.

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