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Could you suggest some options to prevent my teeth going yellowish?

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009
Q. HELLO DR MOORE, I AM A 40 YR OLD FEMALE I DO NOT SMOKE, DONT DRINK RED WINE OR COFFE. BRUSH MT TEETH TWICE A DAY AND FLOSS BUT MY TEETH HAVE STARTED TO GO OFF COLOUR (YELLOWISH). IS THIS PURELY AN AGE THING. I AM SCARED OF BLEACHING AS I DONT WANT MY TEETH TO GET SENSITIVE. I HAVE HAD SO MANY PROBS THIS YEAR WITH MY BACK MOLAR (TOOTH WAS DYING). I VALUE YOUR THOUGHT.

A. Bleaching can cause some transient sensitivity but on the whole is a very good way to improve the colour of the teeth with a minimum of fuss and expense

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My front teeth are sensitive could I get silver cap over it?

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009
Q. Im 17 and the side tooth jus next to my front ones are very sensitive and hurts everytime i drink a cold or hot drink could i get a silver cap over it.

A. Hi many thanks for your email, i first think deal with the sensitivity, this may be due to a level of poor oral hygiene, if this is the case starting brushing over the gums as well as teeth, start to use a flouride mouthwash and also replace your toothpaste for a sensitivity version. once this has subsided then of course for cosmetic reasons you could have a silver cap over this tooth.

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Dr Kailesh Solanki
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What is the best way for root canal treatment?

Monday, October 19th, 2009
Q. Two years ago I went to the dentist for my regular scaling and check up. My dentist told me I had a cavity and thus would need a filling. I got my scaling and my filling done that day. He then told me to come back if I feel discomfort in my just-filled tooth (which I thought was weird because fillings aren’t associated with post-procedure pain). My tooth did hurt a bit, but I thought I’d survive, so I didn’t go back to my dentist for about a year and a half. Now (it’s been 2 years since I got the filling) I find myself getting a root canal. Can I please know exactly why my tooth got so sensitive, when, before the filling and discovery of the cavity, my tooth was absolutely fine (feeling wise). I feel as if the dentist I got my filling from did something wrong. That tooth was sensitive to hot and cold things from time to time, but I could survive. Was is a good choice to have got a root canal anyway? I am regretting having done this, and now I’m wondering if I really needed it. Thank you, Jessica

A. Teeth that have decay in them can often be symptom free.  That is why dentists take Xrays to confirm that there is no hidden decay.  When the decay is removed it can sometimes be close to the nerve of the tooth. When a filling is placed in this situation the nerve inside the tooth can still die and give you pain.  It does not sound as though your dentist has done anything but the correct treatment for you and it is unfortunate tha the decay and bacteria had infected the nerve of your tooth

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I hv pain due to my wisdom teeth Plz advice

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Q. Hello!:)… I am 28 years old and my wisdom teeth are growing in especially on the bottom right and it is very painfull, what can I do for the pain?

A. Book in to see your dentist to make sure they are not infected and are growning through alright. In the meantime make sure you are keeping the area very clean.

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Dr Justin Glaister

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Can I hv veneers for my yellow teeth in NHS?

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Q. I have very yellow almost mustard coloured teeth i have had teeth whitening in the past but no difference would it be possible to have veneers on the nhs?

A. No this is a cosmetic treatment not covered by the nhs

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I have tingling in my molar inside the tooth Plz advice

Monday, October 12th, 2009
Q. Hello there, i have had some tingling (not like normal tooth pain like when i have needed a new filling) just really annoying in my top uppper large molar inside the tooth. it started a few nonths i went to my dentist he did a tapping test and could not find anything wrong. it ago lasted a month or so then went off for at least 5 months. now it has come back it does not hurt when i eat or is not particulary senseative. i have bee to the doctors and had anti biotics and a nose spray just incase it was a sinus infection she said. WHATS YOUR OPINION IT COULD BE I WOULD BE SO GRAEFUL FOR YOUR ADVISE. kind regds

A. I recommend you go back to your dentist and ask him to take an x-ray of this tooth and to check your bite.

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Dr Justin Glaister

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Will the root canaled tooth be sensitive if it cracks Plz advice

Monday, October 12th, 2009
Q. I had gum contouring done 3 weeks ago. On Friday (3 days ago), my dentist relined my temporary to add more acrylic along the gum margin where tooth was exposed. He tried to adjust the tooth (which had been root canaled) and the bur hit the tooth. After that, he applied bonding material to the tooth before replacing the temporary. Now the tooth is sensitive. He inserted the cord on gum when he relined the temporary. Could the sensitivity be from the gum tissue? If a tooth that had been root canaled crack, will it be sensitive? I am afraid to ask him but I hope it did not crack.

A. IF the tooth has been successfully root treated you should not have temperature sensitivity. It might be from the gum, It is worth returning explain your sensitivity. Dont worry about getting it checked out.
Rob

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Can I hv invisible braces or metal braces free frm NHS?

Monday, October 12th, 2009
Q. Hi i am 27 years old and am currently fulltime student. i have an improper bite and my teeth arent straight on the top. this causes me notting but only bit self concsious when i smile. can i have an invisible brace or metal brace free from the nhs? please help thanks

A. You cannot have invisible braces on the nhs you would have to pay for them, you could see an nhs orthodontist to have a consultation but you may not be eligible for treatment.

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Dr Riten Patel
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I m 19 Can I replace front big teeth with small ones

Monday, October 12th, 2009
Q. Hi, my front two teeth are a lot bigger than the rest, making them look odd. I was recently thinking about having them removed and having smaller ones in place, but obviously i need to know about the options available. Please could you reply providing information on any treatments that would be suitable. I am 19 years old and i have had braces in the past which aligned my teeth, however the size of the front two ruins my smile. Thankyou Riten.

A. You really need to have a consultation to have your teeth assessed and measured.  You may be able to have the teeth reshaped but may need some orthodontics to close the spaces afterwards.  Sometimes the front teeth can be made smaller and the teeth next to them made a little wider to get a better smile.

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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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How long I need to wait to replace bonding after whitening?

Sunday, October 11th, 2009
Q. I have bonding, approx. 12 years old, on my two front teeth which are stained yellow. I am going to do an at-home whitening system. Do I need to wait 2 weeks after I’ve totally completed the whitening before I have the bonding replaced ? Thus, do I need to wait in order for my teeth to fully absorb & change color to the final “whiteness” in order to accurately match the bonding to the new white? Also, I’ve been told that I cannot do the ZOOM in office whitening because I have extremely sensitive teeth. Is this true as well?

A. Zoom is not advised for extremely sensitive teeth.
You should wait a week after finishing the whitneing before replacing the bonding to give them time to settle.

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Dr Justin Glaister

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What can I do,to reduce the pain in gums when exposed to cold?

Saturday, October 10th, 2009
Q. Hi Doctor, I live in a cold climate and have a very painful experience in my gums each time I have been exposed to the cold. The throbbing and shooting pains start about half an hour after the walk and last for about 15 minutes. The pain is in all my gums. My teeth also become very sensitive during this time.My gums and teeth, although there is gum receeding happening, are in very good condition. I have my teeth cleaned regularly, and keep my teeth very clean. Please help, what can I do?

A.

please consult your dentist so that he can take an x-ray and examin your teeth and advise you on the way forward.
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Dr Justin Glaister

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I get my front tooth filled but it is very sensitive why is this?

Saturday, October 3rd, 2009
Q. I have my front tooth filled about 3weeks ago and ever since then my front tooth is very sensitive to cold and hot items when it touch the front tooth. why is this? Also, I had my back tooth filled about 3wks ago and it constantly hurts me. my whole left side of my face and jaw hurts and my head hurts. my dentist says the pain should go away in about two weeks that the filling needs to settle. My tooth is so sensitive. and when the dentist did the filling it was done real sloppy. there was filling overlapping on my tooth and it was very coarse. I had to ask for the filling to be cleaned up from the sides of my tooth and have it smooth out and this was the case for my front tooth also. very slappy. could this be the reason why my front and back tooth hurts so bad.

A. White fillings can take a few weeks to settle in and may feel sensitive in this time. If the pain does not go away in the next few weeks, it may be that the filling is too high. As you are numb when you have your filling placed it can be difficult for your dentist to get the bite completely accurate. This can be easily adjusted in a short appointment with your dentist.

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Dr Justin Glaister

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Im 24 and all my teeth are very sensitive is it possible to crown all my teeth?

Saturday, October 3rd, 2009
Q. I have very very sensitive teeth (all of my teeth are sensitive) my dentist has been perscribing me for a little over a year mouthwash that she uses in her office and floride toothpaste, i also use sensodine,ACT mouthwash and i’ve been using a soft round electric brush but my teeth are still horribly sensitive to breathing, metal, cold , hot, and certain textures. Iam 24yrs old and i want all my teeth pulled all of them and get dentures but my dentist said no because my teeth are good teeth and i heard about crowning is it possible that crowning all my teeth would help or will i be in pain for life?

A. I would avoid removing the teeth, it will add up to years of misery in the future. However if the teeth are that sensitive then maybe crowns or veneers might help. Even covering the sensitive teeth with a resin filling, usually around the necks of the teeth near the gums.

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Dr Andrew Moore
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ive sensitive teeth that are very painfull will veneers help?

Saturday, September 26th, 2009
Q. I have sensitive teeth that are very painfull will veneers help?

A. It depends on why your teeth are sensitive. I recommend that you book in with a dentist to see if this could help you and if not then what could.

You are most welcome to book an appointment at my clinic-www.umbrellasmiles.com.

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Dr Justin Glaister

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What is the reason for pain in the teeth?

Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009
Q. I have toothache in my left front tooth. They were sensitive and I am using the sensodyne pro-namel toothpaste which was gradually making the problem better over time. However a few days ago toothache started in my left front tooth and the sensitivty has almost completely gone away in just the last 2 days since the toothache started. The tooth hurts when i put any small pressure onto it and has grown from mild pain from time to time to constant mild pain. What is wrong and what should I do?

A. You need to go and se a dentist to see if the tooth has decay or is being irritated by the position of the bite.

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Are veneers a good option for sensitive teeth?

Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009
Q. What treatment is available for sensitive teeth? Would veneers be a possible option? My sensitive teeth is giving me grief, please help!

A. Hi many thanks for your email, there are many treatments for sensitive teeth, from simply changing your toothpaste for a sensitivity toothpaste to having veneers placed to help with the sensitivity. your best option would be to arrange a consultation with a dentist in your local area to ask there opinion on the problem. hope this is helpful.

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Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental – UK Practice of the Year 2007
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My front teeth are chipping away may i know why?

Wednesday, September 16th, 2009
Q. All of a sudden my front teeth are chipping what is the cause of this

A. Most common causes are (1) tooth: tooth contact, (2) tooth : other  ( E.g. finger nail / pen chewing etc)
Clenching , grinding and lack of supporting back teeth all make it worse.
I suggest you investigate preventing further damage, possibly a spilnt might be appropriate. Then repair the damage.
Rob

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Dr Rob Tennet
St Johns Dental Practice
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My front teeth are crumbling due to usage of steroids what can i do?

Wednesday, September 16th, 2009
Q. 2front teeth slowly crumbling due to long term use of steroids&sweet tooth!15yrs since laast saw dentist.so frightened&money shortage,have to only eat soft food now

A. Contact NHS Direct for details of how to find a local dentist and help paying dental charges

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My tooth implant has a bone infection what treatment can i get?

Wednesday, September 16th, 2009
Q. I have a loose implant which on X ray today shows I have a bone infection, is there anyway this can be treated other than removing the implant. Would it really need to be removed for 3 months, mortified

A. If the implant is loose it will need removing before you lose too much bone. Sometimes it is possible to replace the implant at the same time or if the infection is severe wait 3-6 months prior to placing the new implant

If the implant is near the front ask your dentist for a temporary solution such as an adhesive bridge while it heals.

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