Posts Tagged ‘periodontal disease’
Tuesday, November 17th, 2009
Q. Hello Dr, For the past couple of months (even in between Dentist visits) I have a feeling on my gums. Its a funny clicky, popping feeling as if air was getting under a layer of my gum and then requires for me to press down to pop it away. I hope I’m explaining myself right. I feel so frustrated since I do a lot of public speaking and I’m so afraid of loosing my teeth. My husband calls me paranoid, but what do you think I’m experiencing. At times the feeling last days. Sometimes its a little painful, mostly uncomfortable but mostly frustrating. One dentist ranked out gum disease. I brush three times a day and after i brush the feeling subsides for a while until I eat, chew gum the noise comes back. I even feel it behind my two front teeth’s upper gum. HELP!
A. It is very difficult to give you a diagnosis without seeing you, if you feel your dentist is not examining your problem please find a good dentist or periodontist (gum specialist) so you can have a full examination. It sounds like the gums may have lost some of their “attachment” to the teeth.
Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS
Tags: gum, gum disease, gum graft, gum grafting, gum loss, gums, healthy gums, periodontal disease, periodontist
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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
Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG
Tags: bridge, bridges, cantilever bridge, cost dental implants, ct scan, dental bridge, dental bridges, dental implant, dental implants, dental implants costs, jaw, jaw bone, jaw click, jaw joint, Jaw line, jaw pain, maryland bridge, periodontal disease, porcelain bridge
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Thursday, October 29th, 2009
Q. Why is it so important if you have herpes 1 and 2 to know as a dentist. The reason why i ask because i am becoming a dentist ass. and i need to know why is it so important to know if a someone had herpes.
A. herpes virus can be spread in the aerosol spray that dentistry creates. it can be a serious infection in some patients and can cause permanent damage if it is spread to the eyes
Dr Rob Tennet
St Johns Dental Practice
www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk
Tel: 0121 643 0610
18 Bennett’s Hill
Birmingham B2 5QJ
Tags: infection, oral hygiene, orthodontic treatment, orthodontics, orthodontist, periodontal disease, teeth pain
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Thursday, October 22nd, 2009
Q. Hello, I am in my late 50s and have really bad periodontitis as well as big gaps in my front teeths. I was give several options – crowns, porcelain veneers, caps. I was also told that I have to have a surgery to correct the periodontitis (by building bone ?) before the cosmetic procedure can be done. Can you please provide some information on what’s is usually better for patients with periodontitis. Thank you,
A. sorting out the underlying gum problem is your first priority rather than crowning the front teeth to make them look better. I would try to see a specialist Perodontist for the gum treatment and then, when it is stabilised think out any cosmetic treatments.
Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG
Tags: crown, crowns, dental crown, dental crowns, dental veneer, dental veneer costs, dental veneer gum line, dental veneers, gum, gum disease, gum graft, gum grafting, gum loss, gum recession, gum shrinkage, gums, healthy gums, periodontal disease, periodontist, Q. gums
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Thursday, October 22nd, 2009
Q. I have been successfully treated for gum disease & am now following a good oral hygiene routine of brushing at least twice daily, using interdental brushes,flossing & using mouth wash. However my gums have receeded to some extent. Is there any cosmetic dentistry available replace the gaps where the gums have receeded?
A. You have 2 options. Either have a periodontist(gum specialist ) graft gum or have veneers to reshape your teeth or a combination of both
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
Tags: dental veneer, dental veneer costs, dental veneer gum line, dental veneers, gum, gum disease, gum graft, gum grafting, gum loss, gum recession, gum shrinkage, gums, healthy gums, orthodontic treatment, orthodontics, orthodontist, periodontal disease, periodontist, porcelain veneer, porcelain veneers, Q. Dental Veneers, Q. gums, Q. Orthodontics, vaneers, venee, veneer, veneers, veneerswhite smile, venner, venners
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Tuesday, October 20th, 2009
Q. pls help im very worried, just got back from my nhs dentist my gums have started to pull away from some teeth, my dentist said this is due to my age, but im only 27, in the past i did brush to hard, my biggist mistake, i have booked an apoinment at red sky dental spar this is a cosmetic dentist, could they help me to retore my gums around some teeth that have reseeded thanks
A. hi msny thanks for your enquiry, firstly if your gums have receeded around some teeth this can be caused by a number of factors: hard brushing, grinding teeth, stress, gum disease, poor oral hygiene, hereditary. My advice would be to seek a consultation with a periodontist who is more qualified to discuss your recession and also give you some predictable solutions. Red Sky Dental are a good cosmetic practice however have no speciality in periodontics.
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
Tags: brushing, brushing teeth, cosmetic dentist, cosmetic dentistry, cosmetic dentistry drugs, cosmetic dentists, Cosmetic+dentistry, cost cosmetic dentistry, grinding habit, gum, gum disease, gum graft, gum grafting, gum loss, gum recession, gum shrinkage, gums, healthy gums, hygienist, periodontal disease, periodontist, Q. gums, receeded gums, receeding gums, shrinking gums
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Tuesday, October 20th, 2009
Q. I recently visited my dentist who told me i had alot of gum shrinkage. I am now finding this quite worrying as she didnt tell me the cause or more importantly if there was anything i could do to prevent it. Would appreciate ur advice. many thanks
A. hi, there are many reasons for what i think you have which is periodontal disease(gum disease),
1:smoking is the biggest causing factor
2:poor oral hygiene
3:times of high stress
4:genetic.
hope this is helpful.
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
Tags: gum, gum disease, gum graft, gum grafting, gum loss, gum recession, gum shrinkage, gums, healthy gums, oral hygiene, periodontal disease, periodontist, Q. gums, smoker, smoking
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Monday, October 19th, 2009
Q. I have had Perodontal surgery on my upper and lower gums due to Gum disease. I have been doing great for 4 yrs now. Would it be a problem for me to have the 6 month smile system to close the gaps in the front of my teeth? I have even teeth, I just always had a small gaps between my teeth, it just got worst with due to gum disease.
A. You need to be careful because your bone support to your teeth may be compromised. Movement of the teeth may cause the support to these teeth to be damaged. Pleas consult an orthodontist before commencing with treatment
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
Tags: braces, clear fixed braces, fixed brace, fixed braces, gum, gum disease, gum graft, gum grafting, gum loss, gum recession, gum shrinkage, gums, healthy gums, invisalign brace, invisalign braces, invisible braces, invisile braces, orthodontic treatment, orthodontics, orthodontist, periodontal disease, periodontist, Q. gums, Q. Orthodontics, receeded gums, receeding gums
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Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Q. hi there thanks for your answer as you have mentioned that my mum might have this chronic periodontal disease do you think not having the bone which hold the teeth can have another elternative, did you had any cases with this problem.cause i want her to have implants which can bee good for her. i need some advice thak you
A. I recommend you book an appointment with my collegue Dr Tinti as this is not my field. Dr Tinti is a periodontist and deals with cases like your mothers every day.
For further information please call 0207 612 9810 or visit www.umbrellsmiles.com
Kind regards
Dr Justin Glaister
Dr Justin Glaister
Umbrella
www.umbrellasmiles.com
Tel: 020 7612 9810
11 Harley Street
London W1G 9PF
Tags: cost dental implants, dental implant, dental implants, dental implants costs, dental inplant, dental pain, immediate dental implants, implant, implant dentist, implantologist, implants, periodontal disease, periodontist, Q. Dental Implants, teeth, tooth
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Monday, October 12th, 2009
Q. i have 5 front teeth an they r veneers the botton front have 8 2 at the bottom have periodontitis an i wonder if there is anything that can b done for me i am a smoker an would love to have veneers over is it possible an how would i go about it also terrifed of dentists
A.
Every case is has different contributing factors so will will definately need to see a dentist to gain an acurate opinion.
Kind regards
Dr Justin Glaister
Dr Justin Glaister
Umbrella
www.umbrellasmiles.com
Tel: 020 7612 9810
11 Harley Street
London W1G 9PF
Tags: dental veneer, dental veneer costs, dental veneer gum line, dental veneers, front teeth, front tooth, periodontal disease, periodontist, porcelain veneer, porcelain veneers, Q. Dental Veneers, Q. Orthodontics, smoker, smoking, vaneers, venee, veneer, veneers, veneerswhite smile, venner, venners
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Monday, October 5th, 2009
Q. can anything be done for severely receding gums (I floss, don’t have gum disease and brush correctly) – My father has the same problem…. thanks
A. I advise you book a consultation with a periosontist (gum specialist) and seek his opinion on the way forward.
Kind regar
ds
Dr Justin Glaister
Dr Justin Glaister
Umbrella
www.umbrellasmiles.com
Tel: 020 7612 9810
11 Harley Street
London W1G 9PF
Tags: gum, gum disease, gum graft, gum grafting, gum loss, gum recession, gum shrinkage, gums, healthy gums, periodontal disease, periodontist, receeded gums, receeding gums
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Sunday, October 4th, 2009
Q. Hi there… I wasnt sure who of the experts to put this question to… so i chose at random! I am deeply shocked to discover that despite regularly visiting a dentist for the last 5 years who never mentioned my gums – I have severe periodontal disease. Although i brushed and flossed regularly i never looked closely into my mouth and assumed the shifting teeth were merely getting overcrowded by my wisdom. Now I have moved to a new dentist and have been informed I have ‘massive’ bone loss and had a proper look at my now twisted bottom teeth which look twice as long as they should. It looks and feels terrible. uncomfortable. and the wider health implications! two curettage have done a lot to improve the health of my gums and my periodontist – i go to Poland because i cannot afford the uk at present says she is much more optimistic about the future of my teeth than she was at first, she was shocked. i am only 35. I understand that slowing and stopping the disease is my priorit of course. however i wonder IF and when this is achieved… if anthing can be done to improve the discomfort and the cosmetic appearance with gum grafting and bone etc… i have tried to research and get confusing information which says different things.. also the different dentists i have seen have been vague and contradictory to each other. any advice you may be able to give on this matter would be greatly appreciated. my mouth looks like a sharks mouth.. must it stay this way forever? many thanks
A. You need to find a good dentist who ca put you at ease and look at everything that is going on your teeth and bone levels need be assessed Sometimes the gum health can be improved if not implants are a great option. There is no real cure for periodontal disease which makes it very frustrating.
Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS
Tags: brushing, dental implant, dental implants, dental implants costs, dental inplant, dentist, dentistry, implant, implant dentist, implantologist, implants, periodontal disease, periodontist
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Saturday, October 3rd, 2009
Q. Hi Justin I had a dentist appointment today and was informed i had early stages of peridontal disease, very early, which would be cured with a deep clean, but my question to you, if you can help, is whether its normal for teeth to have some movement when they are pushed from behind with the tongue, or wiggled with the fingers, especially after eating? Its really bothering me, and my dentist didnt have a clue! Thanks
A. It is normal for teeth to be ever so slightly mobile as they need to be to allow you to bite and chew. But they should not move when you push them with your tongue. This is a result of your periodontal disease. Periodontal disease need to be treated with a series of deep cleans and then monitored and maintained once it is stable.
I recommend you book in with a periodontist to look after this for you. If you would like a recommendation I can recommend Dr Tinti @ Harlet Street Dental Studio- 020 7636 5981.
Kind regards
Dr Justin Glaister
Dr Justin Glaister
Umbrella
www.umbrellasmiles.com
Tel: 020 7612 9810
11 Harley Street
London W1G 9PF
Tags: dentist, dentistry, periodontal disease, periodontist, teeth, tooth
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Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009
Q. one of my bottom teeth has become loose the whole of the length of the root is exposed and my gum has receded either side of it and if i rock the tooth the root pivots out of the gum there is no recession inside the mouth this is under the bottom lip can you give me advice on what to do i have to see my dentist on thursday but not sureif hes familar with things like this Thanks
A. many thanks for your email, from the sounds of it the tooth has been subject to attack by periodontal disease. it needs to be taken out. the options after this are to 1: replace with a denture, 2: replace with a bridge 3: if possible replace with a dental implant.
hope this is helpful.
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
Tags: bridge, bridges, dental bridge, dental bridges, dental implant, dental implants, denture, dentures, implant, implants, periodontal disease, periodontist, porcelain bridge, Q. Dental Bridges, Q. Dental Implants, Q. Dentures, teeth implant, teeth implants, tooth implant
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Monday, September 14th, 2009
Q. I am 47 years old and have not been to a dentist for 27 years after a quite terryfying experience. I have lost alot of teeth and apart from a few at the front bottom and top the others remaining are broken or decaying. I am scared stiff of the dentist and get panicky just thinking about it. Could you give me some idea of how I will accepted if I go. I do not want to be lectured as i am well aware of my situation. What I need is a sympathic and calming approach but I am really scred this may not be the case.
A. When I see patients such as yourself I am certainly not judgmental but concerned about treating your mouth back to health. For patients who are scared of dentistry there are a number of ways to help you through the process. In my experience most patients who are as scared as you find IV sedation a great help. They find that this technique makes them very relaxed during the treatment and also they have little memory of the event. This also allows me to carry out the best treatment possible. If this is of interest to you please contact my practice for an appointment. i look forward to meting you.
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
Tags: bacteria, bad teeth, broken teeth, chipped teeth, chipped tooth, decayed teeth, dental anxiety, dental pain, dental phobia, dentist, dentistry, false teeth, fear of dentist, missing teeth, periodontal disease, private dentist, scared of dentist, smile makeover, teeth decay, teeth pain, teeth removed
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Friday, September 11th, 2009
Q. Dear Dr Butt I am a 32 year old female having been diagnosed with acute periodontal disease. I have already lost 5 teeth and Guys hospital have given a poor diagnosis. I have severe bone loss and a denture top right has been recommended for now. I was devestated when told but now having got used to the info, I realize the out come is poor. My treatment is being paid for by HC2 certificate. Can you tell me about implants and bone grafts and the cost. Any info would be greatly appreciated. I am in West London. I have everything going for me and this is a particularly grim time for me. Kind regards
A. hi,
this is quite complex as it depends on where the bone is deficient and how much is left .
the price can vary a great deal.
i can offer you a free consultation with an implantologist at one of our practices , or i can recommend avenue dental based in ealing who may be closer to you.
Dr Safeer Butt
S3 Dental Studios
www.s3dental.co.uk
Surrey Kent Sussex
Tags: bonding, bone graft, bone grafts, bone loss, dental bonding, dental implants, dental implants costs, dental inplant, dentist, dentistry, denture, dentures, gum, gum disease, gum grafting, gum loss, gum recession, implant, implant dentist, implantologist, partial denture, partial dentures, periodontal disease, periodontist, Q. Dental Implants, Q. gums, teeth implant, teeth implants, tooth bonding
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Friday, September 11th, 2009
Q. My husband’s teeth are falling out, he has gum disease and regularly visits the dentist who more or less says that nothing can be done. His previous dentist suggested a mouthwash, which has made no difference. He cleans his teeth three times a day, uses floss and also the little interdent brushes. The dentist has also said that he will not be able to wear dentures as his gums are disappearing also. The latest tooth to fall out is near the front and now one front tooth is loose too. Surely something can be done to save his remaining teeth, could he ask for a referral to a hospital specialist? What can be done if he is unable to wear dentures? We desperately need some advice.
A. It does sound like it might be worth asking for a referral to a Periodontist (gum Specialist) if the teeth are worth saving. Wearing dentures can be very difficult but if he does need them you could also consider using dental implants to support either fixed teeth or to help dentures stay in the mouth more securely.
If you are in my area I would be very happy to take a look to give you a 2nd opinion if required. Regards Andrew
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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
Tags: clean teeth, clean the teeth, decayed teeth, dentist, dentistry, denture, dentures, gum, gum disease, gum shrinkage, gums, infection, periodontal disease, periodontist, Q. gums, receeded gums, rotting teeth
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Friday, September 4th, 2009
Q. Hi Dr Moore, despite visiting my NHS dentist for the last five yeats, he did nothing to diagnose my periodntal disease, i was not aware till i lost a tooth and moved dentist. my new dentist has been excellent, and ive had periodontal cuerretge fora year now, the disease has been controlled. but the gum recession is absolutely shocking, i have been devastated and i am anxious to find out what soft tissue grafts might do to improve my smile. the dentist i ahve been seeing is not really knowledageble in this area.. and i am bewildered as to a good practise to visit who might be able to help in this area. any light you could shed (london or nearabouts) would be fantastic. kind regards.
A. I can highly recommend our Periodontist who works at my clinic in Essex, Roberta Lambertenghi. If you would like to arrange a consultation with her she will be able to give you a clearer idea of what grafting treating might be suitable or you. Our number is 01245 268 494 or e-mail enquiry@advancedentalclinic.com Regards Andrew
Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG
Tags: bad gums red throat, bad teeth, dental pain, gum, gum disease, gum graft, gum grafting, gum recession, gums, periodontal disease, periodontist, Q. gums, smile, smile makeover
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