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Are chipped teeth caused by case of bulimia?

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010
Q. My wife has of late had a couple of teeth chip. She is very concerned that this might be connected to a period of bulimia. Can you recommend a treatment to fix this problem. Thank You,
A. Your wife would need to be assessed for thinning teeth and and possible bite problems.  One option will be to use porcelain to rebulid your wifes’ teeth but more than that I cannot say without examining your wife.
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Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
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Sugar consumption has ruined my teeth please suggest a treatment.

Monday, November 30th, 2009
Q. Hello, I am 16 and have been so scared to smile all my life. I have always had issues with my teeth. At the moment my top teeth are all slightly separated (especially my top 2 ones) and my bottom 2 teeth have decayed and are rotting because of drinking soft drinks. They have even gotten to the point where they are starting to chip off. The bottom two ones have black blotches in them and it makes me feel very unconfident with smiling. I have good dental hygiene in the sense that i floss and brush 2 times daily using a soft brush, but i have ruined my teeth with the amount of sugar i have consumed over the years. What dental procedure would you recommend that could possibly fix my issue to have a beautiful smile?

A. If you have got tooth destruction then I would recommend the minimal amount of remaining tooth be removed.  In this situation porcelain restorations usually will give you the best result.  Please contact my practice for a free cosmetic consultation.

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Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
101 St Peters Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3EN
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My porcelain teeth has broken twice what could be the cause?

Friday, November 27th, 2009
Q. I have a dental implant on my front tooth. the porcelain tooth has broken twice, once biting on an apple and lastly biting on a provita cracker. the metal part of the implant did not move and x-rays show it’s still totally inplace (I had bone graft taken from hip 1 year prior to implant placement) My question is could it be due to poor quality porcelain? what else can cause it to break in half widthwise twice? should I avoid biting on any hardish food in future? I do not grind my teeth at night. There is no stress pressure apparent from biting down against lower teeth. It’s a bit of a mistery to my dentist too!

A. It may be a material issue but it is likely be due to a bite issue – especially in lateral movement

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Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
101 St Peters Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3EN
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Is it possible to change the post that are in the gums?

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009
Q. Dear Dr. Moore, I have four crowns (in the front in the top rig)that are now showing a black line and so need replacing with Porcelain ones, but also my gum is quite dark and not pink. Is it possible to change the posts that are in the gum, or is it possible to lighten the gum in any way? Thank you for your help! Regards

A. Hello the gum can’t really be changed but the posts might be taken out and replaced with White posts and porcelain crowns

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Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
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Can a chip in porcelain bridge repairable?

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
Q. I just had a 6 unit full porcelain bridge placed in December of 2009, I just noticed a very tiny chip in between my two front teeth. Is this repairable?

A. Thanks for your question, it is possible that the dentist would be able to repair the chip without removing the bridge.
Many Thanks
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Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental – UK Practice of the Year 2007
157 Woodsend Road, Flixton, Manchester, M41 8GN.
2 New Street, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2QS 13
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Need solution from veneer teeth grinding

Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
Q. I have had 4 porcelain veneers done in Sept 2009 on my front teeth and wish I hadn’t now as have had problems in that after the permanent ones were placed on one came off after 3 days as it appears I grind my teeth at night. I know the veneers are slightly longer that original teeth which i didn’t agree too and so now everytime i talk, they ‘catch’ with the bottom teeth. I am concerened this catching will lead to other falling off prematurely so want them altered so they are same length as original teeth. Will there be damage to underlying teeth if these veneers are taken off to be replaced?

A. They can be replaced without causing problems but the first thing to do is go back to your dentist and see if the bite can be adjusted.  You may benefit from a nightguard that can reduce grinding.

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Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames Surrey, KT12 1HS
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Is plastic teeth caps better than others?

Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
Q. Hello, I’m considering having my two discolored front teeth capped. the only affordable option is with plastic caps. given today’s technology, are plastic caps of a higher standard than a few years ago, please? thank you. pat

A. They are but I would recommend porcelain for long term treatment

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Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
101 St Peters Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3EN
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Is its necessary to have tooth shaving with inman aligners?

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009
Q. Do you still need tooth shaving (interproximal reduction)with the inman aligners?

A. Thanks for your question, it is not always necessary to have Interproximal Reduction when having the Inman aligner treatment. The need for reduction would depend on the amount of space available between the teeth. I hope this helps, but please do not hesitate to contact me again if you require any further information.
Kind Regards
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Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental – UK Practice of the Year 2007
157 Woodsend Road, Flixton, Manchester, M41 8GN.
2 New Street, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2QS 13
Stanley Street, Manchester, M8 8SH
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Could you plz give some details for resin composite crown?

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Q. Hi, Dr. Glaister: Dentist said I had a vertical crack in my lower left molar (tooth number 18) in the back of the tooth. It doesn’t hurt although sometimes I feel sensitivity when I chew. He said I should have a crown. I heard the cheapest crown is a resin composite. What is the life expectancy of that kind of crown and can it be done quickly in one visit? Is it different than a metal or porcelain crown inthat they don’t have to grind your teeth?

A. You have to reduce the tooth surface for every type of crown. I recommend you visit your dentit to see what he can offer you in terms of materials and costs.

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Dr Justin Glaister

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Is the eroding of teeth due to reflux Plz advice

Monday, October 12th, 2009
Q. Hi i am wanting to ask my four front teeth seem to be eroding quite quickly i have suffered acid reflux but am now on medication and this seems to have calmed down do you think this is because of reflux that my teeth have gone like this? and if so is there any way to sort this out.Kind regards.

A. Reflux causes strong acids to break the teeth down you could have tooth coloured material or porcelain placed over the teeth to strengthen and protect them.

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Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames Surrey, KT12 1HS
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Best option b/w procelain veneers and procelain crowns.Plz suggest

Sunday, October 11th, 2009
Q. As a recovered bulimia sufferer, the enamel on the back of my 4 front teeth is eroded. I was wondering if the best option would be to get porcelain veneers or porcelain crowns? thank you.

A. Porcelain veneers or crowns are probably the best option sometimes tooth coloured fillings can be stuck on your teeth.

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Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames Surrey, KT12 1HS
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Whats the cost for teeth whitening and pair of procelain veneers?

Sunday, October 11th, 2009
Q. Hello, I wondered if you ould give me a quote for teeth whitening and 2 Porcelain Veneers? Also how long would this procedure take? Thanks.

A. As a guide  tooth whitening will cost around £400 and the veneers £500 per tooth at my clinic in Essex
Let me know if you would like to pop in for a consultation to help you decide the best option for you. 01245 268 494

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Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
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My porcera crowns has been chipped at the edge can this be repaired?

Thursday, October 8th, 2009
Q. I had porcera crowns fitted in india about year ago but I have slight chips on the edges caused I think by grinding my teeth. Could these chips be repaired? Thank You.

A. Sometimes they can be repaired but it is highly likely they will re chip, one option is to have them replaced but ensure your dentist looks at your bite you may need to wear a bite guard at night.

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Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
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I need to get my gold crown removed please advice?

Sunday, October 4th, 2009
Q. I have a front gold crown tooth about 18 years and i would like to have it remove from my tooth. I had x-rays done last year and i have no tooth decay. Should i have the crown just removed and use teeth whiting or have them bleach?

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When the gold crown is taken off it will need to be replaced with a porcelain crown that will be matched into the rest of your teeth. If you are not happy with the shade of your teeth then you could whiten them first and then have the crown made to match the new shade of your teeth.

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Dr Justin Glaister
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Dr Justin Glaister
Umbrella
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Will a cosmetic dentist reduce the length of the crowns fitted?

Saturday, September 26th, 2009
Q. I have recently had six crowns fitted on the NHS,which are a combination of metal fused to porcelain. My crowns are too long and ‘cut’ into my bottom lip.I asked the restorative dentist at the time to reduce the length,but he refused. I have been left feeling very self-concious. Is it possible if i went privately,to a cosmetic dentist,to reduce the length or will this crack or split the crown?

A. This may crack or split the crown but this is unlikely if water coolant is used.  I often recontour osrcelain but would be wary as these crowns were made on the NHS and  would not be sure of the support of the porcelain by the underlying metal

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Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD
Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
101 St Peters Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3EN
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How much a metal cap would cost and what are my options

Saturday, September 26th, 2009
Q. Hello, When I was younger I fell over and chipped my front tooth in half. It was capped. After a few years it fell out and I went for more dentistry work. The dentist pretty much ground the tooth down to a little stump and then bonded a cap to the tooth. He said it will last a few years and so far has been in for a good 8 years with no signs of movement. I am unhappy with the tooth as it is rather grey in comparison to the other teeth… my friend has a cap on the same tooth and his is greyish also. Unfortunately I smoke but am planning on quitting in the near future. I have made my mind up on getting the cap replaced and was wondering on the options available. I would love a fancy cap… if not solid silver at least the outer edge silver and the rest white matching the rest of my teeth. I wore braces as a kid and my teeth are straight. When I went to mexico I noticed a lot of the guys had the gold outer rimmed caps and thought they look rather nice as they aren’t as much as a solid metal tooth. Could you please give me a rough estimation on how much a metal cap would cost and the options available to me. I am after it having a silver outer edge if that makes any sense? Look forward to hearing from you Kind regards

A. Private crowns typically  cost 300-800
we charge £420 for gold based crowns in the design of your choice.
An initial assesment is free, call 0121 643 0610 for details.
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Dr Rob Tennet
St Johns Dental Practice
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How long does it take a porcelain fused to metal crown to adjust

Saturday, September 26th, 2009
Q. I got a porcelain fused to metal crown about 5 months ago and I have a couple of questions. I was looking at it today and I saw this white line between where the metal and porcelain meet. What is that? Also there is a black horizontal line in the middle of my crown on the porcelain part. It isn’t at the gum line, what could this be? Also how long does it take a crown like this to adjust because my gums are still sensitive around it? Thanks!

A. I’m not sure what these lines are without seeing it. Perhaps you should go back to your dentist for him to check it as it should have settled down by now.

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Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
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What are the dental procedures after a titanium implant is fitted?

Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009
Q. Once my titanium implant has been fitted and the bone has been left to heal what is then fitted into the titanium implant before the porcelain tooth on top?

A. An abutment is placed before the crown is fitted onto the tooth.

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Dr Justin Glaister
Umbrella
11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF
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How long would root canal and cerec last?

Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009
Q. Hi there after having on off tooth ache since march i have finally found my self a decent dentist. he is gonna do root canal and then a cerec. its expensive but i feel worth it. what i would like is your opionion of how long you think it should last? kind regds

A.

Every root canal has a different prognosis depending on the roots of the tooth. Cerac is porcelain, therefore strong and should last you many years.

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I had a composite filling which broke off what can i do?

Monday, September 14th, 2009
Q. Dr. Moore, A year ago, I had a composite filling put into my front tooth. A few days ago, the bottom part of the tooth broke off in two places and the composite filling from the front remaining part to the top has come out completely; leaving only a thin part of my real tooth behind. Is this tooth salvagable for a crown?

A. Without seeing you I can’t tell for sure but it is usual for a there to be still enough tooth for a crown even after a breakage.

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Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
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