Posts Tagged ‘retainer’
Friday, October 30th, 2009
Q. Hey I have research about lingual braces and i am very interested in getting them… my question is do your teeth still move over time after the braces are taken off and do I have to wear a retainer after I take my braces off? Another question would be is that if I was to get lingual braces… is it possible to make payments by installments? Please get back to me
A. Thanks for your questions, as with most teeth straightening treatments, it would be recommended that you wear a retainer once your treatment is completed in order to prevent your teeth from moving back to their natural position. If you feel that you would not wear a removal retainer regularly, you may wish to consider a fixed retainer. Although payment options will vary between practices, many will have the facility to offer payment plans such as interest free credit to halp you spread the cost of your traetment.
Many Thanks
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: braces, invisalign brace, invisalign braces, invisible braces, invisile braces, lingual braces, Q. Invisible braces, retainer, teeth straightened, teeth straightening, teeth striaghtening
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Thursday, October 29th, 2009
Q. I had braces for a year, and ive took it off, and started wearin retainers, but my doctor said that i have to wear the retainers for a life now, i want to know is there anything that i can do, because i dont want to wear them for a life?
A. I recommend lifetime reatiners to ensure the teeth don’t move back. You can have a fixed retainer placed behind the front 6 teeth and then only wear your other retainer at night.
Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS
Tags: braces, clear fixed braces, fixed brace, fixed braces, invisalign brace, invisalign braces, invisible braces, invisile braces, orthodontic treatment, orthodontics, orthodontist, Q. Orthodontics, retainer
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Tuesday, October 27th, 2009
Q. Hi Dr Riten, I just got traditional braces on my upper teeth cause of overbite my dentist said it would be removed after four weeks and then retainer will be placed in mouth which will exert furthur forced on teeth. I have approx 5 mm overbite.Have you gone through such sort of cases and is it possible to straighten the teeth in 4 weeks time? i am so confused kindly response? and also my one gum is bleeding everyday after braces place in??
A. It does seem very quick , if the teeth are not in the correct position in 4 weeks I am sure your dentist will prolong the treatment.
Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS
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Friday, October 23rd, 2009
Q. hi i wore braces as a teenager however iv noticed my front top teeth have pushed forward again and from side profile they look crooked i was wondering would a clear plastic shield worn at night help as i would not want to go through wearing braces again or do you have any other suggestions. Thank you
A. Invislign may be the way forward to bring your teeth back into position followed by permanent retainer behind the teeth
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, invisailgn, invisalign, invisalign brace, invisalign braces, invisible braces, invisile braces, invislaign, lingual braces, orthodontic treatment, orthodontics, orthodontist, Q. Orthodontics, retainer
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Tuesday, October 20th, 2009
Q. go slightDr. kailesh Solanki, I am going to have Porcelain Veneer’s, not Composite put on. I have several question: I am going to have 2 front veneers applied. At this time I have temporary Veneers. I would like to know why are my temporary 2 front teeth getting black by the gum line traveling inside of the veneers? It really looks like mildew (Grosse)! No there was no dry blood. I am very faithfully at rinsing with salt water daily. This is the 3rd time this has happened to me. (3rd time is a charm) from what I hear? Ha Ha!! The first time it happened my dentist repaired them. I ask her to redo them. She said the veneers look to good to redo? The 3rd time I demanded her to redo them. All this happened with 2 weeks. (2). Doctor are my permit veneers going to have the same shape and length of my temporary ones? I do not really like the shape of the teeth now but can live with them for couple of weeks. I really expect my veneers to be even from the gum line along with a perfect pair of shape teeth? (3rd). At this time I wear retainers. I can only wear my bottom ones not my top? Will my top teeth move? I grind my teeth at night. Is there such a thing as retainers attached with a mouth guard so I can not bite down on my teeth /Veneers? If there is can you please give me the name of the retainers /mouth guard along with the Web site to see some examples (Pictures) please? If all possible please respond at your earliest.. Thank You For Your Help.
A. hi, many thanks for your email, the first thing to say is that when temporaries are placed on your teeth they can go slightly black under the temporaries, its not mildew its actually a reaction of the temporary cement. secondly if your unhappy with your temporaries this should be discussed with your dentist as this is usually the size of shape which the technician will work to when making the porcelain veneers. the temporary veneers will be joined together this will act as a retainer for your upper teeth, once the permanant veneers have been placed my advice would be to have a thick retainer made for your upper jaw which will also act as a mouthguard to help protect your teeth if you do grind.
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
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Thursday, October 15th, 2009
Q. Hi, i wore braces for 1 and half years, but my teeth still doesnt look that good. my dentist told me that i have to wear retainerd all the time when i go bed. Just wanted to know whether if there is any chance of me stop wearing the retainers anymore? or What can i do to not to wear them anymore?
A. If they don’t look right you might need to have more active treatment before the retention, you could even try a bonded retainer as it works better if you don’t want to keep wearing a removable one.
Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG
Tags: bonding, dentist, dentistry, dentistry+news, detist, front teeth, front tooth, Q. Orthodontics, retainer, small gaps
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Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Q. Hi, I would be very grateful if you could advise me. I am 47 years old. Two weeks ago I had the braces removed from my teeth after wearing them for 15 months. I had overcrowding on my bottom teeth and I felt that my teeth protruded on my top teeth. That was my reason for seeking treatment. One of the first things I noticed was that very soon after having the brace fitted my teeth became quite discoloured, yellowish in appearance. I consoled myself that I could have them whitened when the brace came off but was still worried. I told the orthodontist my concerns and he said that he had noted that my teeth were quite yellowish before he put the brace on but I am sure that the colour changed almost straight away. In particular around the gums about a third of the way up my teeth was quite yellow which I had not noticed before. I decided to wait until the brace came off to see if I could get them whitened. Two weeks ago the brace was removed and the bonded retainer applied straight away. He then cleaned my teeth very rigiously for quite some time. When I looked in the mirror in the surgery I was dismayed at the colour. Very yellow and matte without shine. He cleaned my teeth again with pumice and water spray. They looked better but without shine or vitality. Even now two weeks later the shine has not come back properly and the colour is not right. Also to my horror there were little holes at the top of my teeth where they meet the gums. The holes are each side of the tooth next to my two front teeth on each side of my mouth. Altogether I can see three holes on my top row of teeth. This is also evident on my bottom teeth but not so noticeable. The orthodontist didn’t mention this to me or let me know it had already happened. I cant remember seeing them in my mouth when the brace was in either. At the beginning of my treatment I remember him telling me that this can occur but he can correct it by shaving the sides of the teeth to make them closer together. I am so upset. I paid nearly £4500 for my treatment and didn’t expect them to look like this. I think the holes really age me and I am conscious of smiling broadly. This is a lot of money for me. I couldn’t say how disappointed I was to the orthodontist at the time when he first removed the brace as I was so shocked and I didn’t want to come over as criticizing his work. A few days ago I went back to the orthodontist to have an impression made of my mouth just in case the bonded retainer comes out (I think that was the reason for the impression). I mentioned my worry to the orthodontist about the holes but he only said that they may close on their own but unlikely. I am so disappointed. Surely he could have closed the holes during the treatment. I paid nearly £4500 and didn’t expect this to happen. Is it too late for me now. Kind regards
A. I’m afraid this is not my field as i am not an orthodontist.
I recommend you go for a second opinon with an orthodontist and discuss your concerns with them. They can give you a full mouth assessment and advise you from there.
Kind regards
Dr Justin Glaister
Dr Justin Glaister
Umbrella
www.umbrellasmiles.com
Tel: 020 7612 9810
11 Harley Street
London W1G 9PF
Tags: bad teeth, black teeth, braces, discoloured tooth, discoloured teeth, misplaced tooth, missing teeth, missing teethj, orthodontic treatment, orthodontics, orthodontist, Q. Orthodontics, retainer, stained teeth, yellow teeth
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Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Q. Good afternoon. I am a 46 year old female and am having trouble adjusting to my upper denture. I have had a full upper denture for approximately 2 1/2 years. My original dentist removed my remaining 6 front teeth, and made my denture. After 6 months, he made another upper due to the shrinkage of my gums. The first set did not fit well, even with adjustments, so I ended up gluing them in until he made my second plate. The second plate did not fit well or look good at all. After repeated fittings and adjustments, I kept both upper plates and returned to wearing the original plate made. About 1 year after these plates were made, I went to affordable dentures and had a new upper plate made which was much better appearance wise, and fit alot better than the others. This has been a litter over a year ago, and I wore them for about 4 months before I started having to use adhesive to hold them in. I am considering mini dental implants for my upper plate as I have to use the adhevise several times a day to keep my teeth tight. I have spent what I consider a considerable sum over the years (approximately $3,800.00) for this work. How many posts would be required to hold an upper plate in position and would the implants do what I need them to do? Thanks so much for your time.
A. The specifics of the volume and health of the bone combined with the bite force and direction will determine your answer. You will need a clinical assesment for this.
Rob
Dr Rob Tennet
St Johns Dental Practice
www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk
Tel: 0121 643 0610
18 Bennett’s Hill
Birmingham B2 5QJ
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Monday, October 12th, 2009
Q. Hello, I am 28 years old. I took my braces off 10 years ago after wearing them for 2.5 years (I also had 4 extractions 2 at the top, 2 at the bottom on the sides of my mouth). I wore my retainers for the first 2 years, and kinda just stopped wearing them after that. 10 years later…I feel I have an overbite. Please note, my teeth are very straight and I still get compliments all the time on my teeth. However, I am concerned. I went to see two orthodontists; one said i will need braces for 18 months, another said I don’t need braces, just a bite adjustment and a retainer. What should I do? I still feel I need braces for the overbite, but I feel the ortho is exaggerating the length of time in order to make money off of me. Please advise on what I should do? Also, if I have to wear braces, what is the average amount of time i would have to wear braces granted I’ve worn them before? Please help. Thanks!!
A. If you do not trust the opinions you have already, please book in to see another orthodontist. I am not an orthodontist so I cannot advise you acurately on the way forward, even mor so without seeing your teeth.
You are welcome to book in with an opinion with my collegue who is an orthosontist, Dr Darsh Patel- www.umbrellasmiles.com
Kind regards
Dr Justin Glaister
Dr Justin Glaister
Umbrella
www.umbrellasmiles.com
Tel: 020 7612 9810
11 Harley Street
London W1G 9PF
Tags: braces, nhs dentist, orthodontic treatment, orthodontics, orthodontist, overbite, Q. Orthodontics, retainer
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Monday, October 12th, 2009
Q. Hi dr rob…. I am now 27 and had a number of removable braces from the age of 14-16 than a fixed brace from 16 till I was nearly 19. I was really happy with the results, but shortly after having this removed my bottom teeth all crossed over again. I did visit my orthodontist about this but told ne at the time all they could do would be to file each tooth down then put a fixed brace on again. I was concerned about the health of my teeth filing them so did not go ahead. Since I have remained unhappy with my teeth but thought there was nothing that could be done, until I heard recently about invisable braces. I would like to look into this but feel that as the job wasn’t done properly in the first place that to pay for this now would be unfair. My top teeth have now also moved since I have a wisdom tooth coming through, and now I am feeling unhappy with these also. I was also told I would never get any wisdom teeth!! What would be your suggestion for how I go treatment from here?? Kind regards
A.
My first impression is that you are unlikely to get funding for invisible braces. Also all braces need space to move teeth around and so even Clearstep or Invisalign may need “interproximal stripping” ( removing enamel between teeth) to create space. After treatment you will need to wear lifetime retainers.
Hope this helps
Rob
Dr Rob Tennet
St Johns Dental Practice
www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk
Tel: 0121 643 0610
18 Bennett’s Hill
Birmingham B2 5QJ
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Monday, October 12th, 2009
Q. Hi, I’m four days into an Inman Aligner (upper only) and I’ve been told that I will need a retainer once the treatment is complete. How long will the retainer need to be worn? I’ve read somewhere that the it will need to be used for life. Many thanks.
A. I would recommend having a fixed retainer, a wire that sits on the back of your teeth once the teeth are straight I also make a removable retainer that you wear at night time. These are lifelong in my opinion.
Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS
Tags: aligner, alignment, orthodontic treatment, orthodontics, orthodontist, Q. Orthodontics, retainer
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Thursday, October 8th, 2009
Q. Hi Dr. Patel, I have a permanent retainer on my mandibular incisors for about 6 months now. Past 2 weeks I am noticing that my left mandibular canine is shifting a bit when my tongue puts slight pressure on it. This canine is the last tooth the retainer is attached to… I am worried about why this canine is not stable as my other teeth, and why is feels so loose. I am definelty not looking forward to letting my canine fall out… Like I said, you can’t see the canine moving, but I can feel it going back and forth… Is this something I should get checked right away? I am a dental hygiene student age 19
A. Go and see your dentist and see if the retainer is still attached to that tooth I think the glue may have debonded from that tooth. Also ask your dentist to check your bite (occlusion) as you may be knocking that tooth.
Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS
Tags: canine, canines, dentist, dentistry, orthodontic treatment, orthodontics, orthodontist, retainer
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Thursday, October 8th, 2009
Q. Hi, I had braces about 5 years ago and have recently started to notice some movement. A small gap (0.5mm- 1mm) has developed between the front upper two teeth. All other teeth are fine. Could this gap be closed and then maintained by getting a retainer made? i have heard a spring retainer can be used without the need for fixed braces? what would the cost be for this? Many thanks
A. You can have a retainer made that will close this gap.
Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS
Tags: front teeth, front tooth, gappy teeth, orthodontic treatment, orthodontics, orthodontist, retainer
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Saturday, September 26th, 2009
Q. Hi, I don’t know if your a orthodontist but I don’t know what else to do, but really hope you can help me. I’ve been wearing a hawley retainer for the past 2 and a half years everyday and night and once had to have my retainer fixed because I noticed a gap in my 2 front teeth coming back. The orthodontist said nothing was wrong, needless to say I had to go back. Recently I have had the same problem again and did go back but once again they said it was fine, but I can feel how loose my teeth are and I don’t know what to do to fix it because gaps in my teeth are a huge fear Id rather not re-live. If you have any suggestions I am open to anything. Thank you so much for your time.
A. Hi there
Unfortunately I am not an Orthodontist and think the best instance in this case would be for you to contact another local Orthodontist and book a second opinion.
At least if all is ok it will give you peace of mind
Kind regards
Dr J Glaister
Dr Justin Glaister
Umbrella
www.umbrellasmiles.com
Tel: 020 7612 9810
11 Harley Street
London W1G 9PF
Tags: orthodontic treatment, orthodontics, orthodontist, retainer, teeth, tooth
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Thursday, September 24th, 2009
Q. Thinking of having the 6month smile braces, but would like to confirm a couple of things 1: After the treatment and i have retainers, will i have to have the retainers on forever or just for a while. 2:What specific advantage does this treatment have over veneers 3: With the braces on will i be able to eat and have a drink when i want to and can it be easily cleaned
A. 1. yes, you will require either removable or bonded or both
2. Veneers is treatment where you have to do minimal preprations on teeth, therefore it can be slightly invasive.
3.yes
Dr Kalpesh Bohara
The Dental Suite
www.dental-suite.co.uk
Tel: 01509 231144
36 Frederick Street
Loughborough Leicester
LE11 3BJ
Tags: braces, dental veneer, dental veneers, orthodontic treatment, orthodontics, orthodontist, porcelain veneer, porcelain veneers, Q. Dental Veneers, retainer, vaneers, veneer, veneers
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Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009
Q. I had dental work done when I was a child as my teeth were over-crowded and crooked. My teeth have now moved slighly, I’m 28 now and I am considering doing a course of the invisalign system as my orthodontist recommended that I can get the results I want from a 20week programme. I’m worried about my teeth moving again after the treatment is complete – is there anything I can do to prevent them moving again in the future?
A. hi many thanks for your email, the only way to ensure the teeth stay in position once the teeth are aligned is to either have a fixed retainer fitted or wear a removable retainer for at least twice weekly at night. 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: crooked teeth, crowded teeth, invisailgn, invisalign, invisalign brace, invisalign braces, invislaign, orthodontist, retainer
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Sunday, September 20th, 2009
Q. Dr Caplan, Can you recommend a dentist that has experience in assessing and making anti-snoring mouth guards please. I live in Wimbledon and naturally the closer to SW19 the better. Thank you,
A. I am unable for legal reasons to recomend a particular dentist. Please google “antisnoring devices london dentists” where you will be abl get a list of dentists who provide this 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: dentist, dentistry, retainer, teeth, tooth
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Monday, September 14th, 2009
Q. Hi. I’m currently having my teeth reset via an Invisalign treatment which is due to be complete in Jan 2010. The focus is on rotating an upper incisor so that it aligns with the rest of my teeth. I’m told that I’ll need to wear retainers at the end of the treatment and am not sure which type to go for. My dentist has a preference for fixed retainers which need to be worn for at least five years though he suggests wearing them indefinitely. However feedback from his other Invisalign patients has been that there has been regression in the molars and pre-molars which has had an impact on the more visble incisors and canines. The alternative are trays much like the Invisalign trays I currently wear. Initially I was told that I’d need to wear these all day and night for six months and then just nights after that. However I’m told by other people with knowledage of such things that wearing them every night from Day One will be more than sufficient. This sounds fine but my concern is that the teeth will constantly be moving – regressing in the day and then being corrected every night… Also I’m concerned about breaking the retainers (which has happened with several of my Invisalign trays). Plus cleaning is a concern as I can never get my Invisalign trays 100% clean no matter how much I brush them. However the latter would be my preference as I could eat and drink whenever I wanted, clean and floss properly, not worry about getting food caught in fixed retainers, etc. Could you offer your advise and expertise in helping me choose. Also I would be very grateful if you could spell out all the pros and cons of both types of retainer, your patients’ experience and perhaps even any alternatives. Kindest regards Harp
A. Retention following orthodontics has varying views depending on who you speak to. The permanent retainers are a good option because they guarantee the teeth to remain in their final position. However cleaning can be an issue. Removable retainers should be worn fro 1 to 2 months 24 hours a day whilst the teeth are held in their final position. Following this the retainers should be worn at night time for a long time, some say for life. As you point out this allows easy cleaning. This is the preferred method in my practice but some patients prefer the permanent retainer option. The choice is yours
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: alignment, crowded teeth, dentist, dentistry, invisailgn, invisalign, invisalign brace, invisalign braces, invisible braces, invisile braces, invislaign, orthodontics, orthodontist, Q. Invisible braces, retainer, teeth straightened, teeth straightening, teeth striaghtening
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Thursday, September 3rd, 2009
Q. I just got my retainers and my orthodontist said i have to wear it day and night for 6 months, is that necessary? cant i only wear it on nights? because its hard getting used to it.
A. Follow the advice of your orthodontist – they know best
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: retainer, teeth straightened, teeth straightening, teeth striaghtening
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Thursday, September 3rd, 2009
Q. I just got my retainers and its really geting hard to ge used to especially with my tongue being placed between the retainers and was wondering if it could be possible just to wear the retainers at night instead of day and night, My othrodontist told me to wear it for 6 months, i actually went by 1 month without wearing the retainers due to the delay of my appointment and my teeth haven’t moved at all? is it possible to wear it just for nights?
A. It may be possible but pleae discuss this with your orthodontist as a relapse at this stage would be a dreadful pity
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: aligner, alignment, retainer, teeth straightened, teeth straightening, teeth striaghtening
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