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.
Kind regards
Dr Justin Glaister
Dr Justin Glaister
Umbrella
www.umbrellasmiles.com
Tel: 020 7612 9810
11 Harley Street
London W1G 9PF
Q. Hello. I have a crown fitted in the front of my mouth. the gum line has receeded and the crown is now cracked (having been filled down to slim it by a dentist after It took too long to refit it when it dropped out and the other teeth had moved). it looks unsightly and the crown is partially shaven on one of the sides. My dentist says I would have to have a private crown to replace it, as its only a cosmetic problem. however, surely a less than complete crown is a little more than cosmetic. I have also developed a gum boil above the tooth now and I beleive this is becuase the slimmed down crown has allowed food to compact and enter the gum. where can I find a copy of the rules for NHS dentristy in regards to crowns? thank you
A.
I am not an NHS dentist so do not know their rules and regulations. However if your dentist is an NHS dentist he will have an information booklet he can give you or you can look at www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/
Kind regards
Dr Justin Glaister
Dr Justin Glaister
Umbrella
www.umbrellasmiles.com
Tel: 020 7612 9810
11 Harley Street
London W1G 9PF
Q. I am a 42 year old woman and have dreadful teeth. I only have 13 original teeth left and wear dentures,which i love because they are beautiful and white. My other teeth are full of holes and broken and yellow, Why won’t my dentist take all the rest of my teeth out and give me a full set of dentures. This is what i would really like done and no one will help me! WHY?
A.
You existing teeth help hold the denture in place and make it much more comforable for you to eat and talk. They also retain the bone that stops your gum from shrinking. If you would have the rest of your teeth extracted I think you would find that the denture would be most uncomfortable and you would have to get it relined frequently as your gum would shrink.
It is also unethical to extrct teeth that are healthy.
Kind regards
Dr Justin Glaister
Dr Justin Glaister
Umbrella
www.umbrellasmiles.com
Tel: 020 7612 9810
11 Harley Street
London W1G 9PF
Q. My two back teeth on the top left both have root fillings ,one has a gold crown being held in by a metal pin ! went to see my dentist today to be told that both teeth I will come out eventualy but because my jaw is out off line and clicks ,I need to replace them with i’ver plate or inplants .both teeth are giving me truble , I don’t like the sound of a plate as I am only 37yrs and really upset ! I know inplants aren’t cheep but could tell me how much I would be looking to pay and where I could get it done? I live in bromley kent , thankyou for your time .
A. hi
implant treatment costs between 2.5 to 5 thousand pounds and you should be assessed before you have the teeth out.
you are welcme to free implant consult at our eltham surgery if you are interested
Dr Safeer Butt
S3 Dental Studios
www.s3dental.co.uk
Surrey Kent Sussex
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
Q. I have disease decay the gum and teeth.Thay’s why i want to know the name of medicine for protact decay the gum and teeth.Please help me and give me some answer for the mane of medicine. Thanks you very much.
A. the best way to tackle gum problems is creating a clean tooth / root surface by professional cleaning followed up by efficient home care. meicines are usually used on rare occasions for specific types of gum disease that need to be diagnosed by a dentist
Dr Rob Tennet
St Johns Dental Practice
www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk
Tel: 0121 643 0610
18 Bennett’s Hill
Birmingham B2 5QJ
Q. Hello Recently my top left wisdom tooth has been brushing against the side of my mouth and causes discomfort when chewing. I think it has grown at an angle. Will I need to get it taken out ?
A. Often the best treatment is to have the wisdom tooth removed it is quite a simple procedure.
Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS
Q. can u give me some info. about teeth cloning?
A. works in mice experiments but no published research in primates or humans, The world leader was based in London about 5 years ago. (its been quiet since then )
Rob
Dr Rob Tennet
St Johns Dental Practice
www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk
Tel: 0121 643 0610
18 Bennett’s Hill
Birmingham B2 5QJ
Q. My question is about my lower teeth, 4 to 5 of them are overcrowded but also some are kind of chipped but do not have a hole in them. Is there a way to get them to line up in every way?
A. You could have the teeth straightened and then have the chipped teeth re built. You need to have a consultation to see what options are available.
Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS
Q. Hello I had bulimia in the past and my teeth are heavily damaged, the front teeth especially have lost enamel and left ugly yellow marks that brings down my confidence. I am considering teeth whitening. Would this make the yellow marks disappear? Thank you for your time
A. I have treated a number of bullimic patients and if all the enamel has been removed the teeth will not whiten, better option is bonded fillings or porcelain veneers or crowns.
Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS
Q. I have no enamel on my teeth and find it very frustrating when I smile that my teeth are yellow,is there a way to brighten them without distroying them? I also am going through having every tooth filled as due to lack of enamel, I have a lot of cavities, but the fillings do not always stay in and have to be replaced, is there a way to coat my teeth to protect them as the enamel would normally? Thank you!
A. If this is the case you might be beter to consider more permanent solutions such as veneers or crowns, ask your dentist if this might work.
Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG
Q. my son is 3 years old and his frontt top tooth is wobbling very badly. i dont want him to lose the tee.th because he is only 3 year. any help
A. If he has had a knock on the tooth it might come out earlier than normal. Unfortunatley there isn’t anything you can do, but it might tighten up
Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG
Q. A product on the market called Whiter Teeth now claims to whiten teeth.It has a carbomide peroxide level of 35% .I s this bad for the tooth enamel.I am not sure wether to try this product.what is your advice
A. Be wary of internet products you are better off seeing a dentist who can provide approved and tested whitening products.
Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS
Q. i just started having pain in one of my front teeth… it is not always it comes and goes. when i eat it bothers it more but just randomly i will have a throbbing pain it feels like it is behind my tooth… the tooth is not loose at all either. it is not as white as the tooth next to it but definitly not rotted or anything either, just some of me my teeth are white white and some are not…probably from drinking alot of coffee. my question is im SO scared they will pull my tooth out and i will have a huge hole in the front of my mouth. like i said its not loose and only hurts sometimes do you think i can keep my tooth??
A. Please book an appointment with your local dentist who will take an x-ray and advise you on how to proceed with treatment.
Kind regards
Dr Justin Glaister
Dr Justin Glaister
Umbrella
www.umbrellasmiles.com
Tel: 020 7612 9810
11 Harley Street
London W1G 9PF
Q. I have had an infection for the last 5 months above a tooth. My dentist says i require an apisectomy. Are there any possible complications that I should be aware of. Also I have had chronic gum swelling, in another area, and wondered if herpes zoster could be a possibility as I sometimes get this on my lip. Many thanks
A.
Please consult your dentist on the pros and cons of his treatment plan as it is impossible for me to comment without assessing your mouth and seeing your x-rays.
Kind regards
Dr Justin Glaister
Dr Justin Glaister
Umbrella
www.umbrellasmiles.com
Tel: 020 7612 9810
11 Harley Street
London W1G 9PF
Q. Hi, My 12 year old daughter is in the middle of her braces treatment. Her orthodontist noticed that she has 2 missing upper teeth (I think they are the premolars.) Now that her lower premolars are coming out, the orthodontist suggest that she has them removed. He said that number of teeth on her upper should be the same amount as her lower. I wonder if that’s true. Right now my daughter’s x-ray should that she has 2 bottom molars that have not come out yet but no sign for her other upper molars. She now has 10 teeth on the upper and 12 on her lower bridge. I’m worried that if I have the other 2 lower teeth removed she will not have enough teeth in the future! What is your opinion?
A. If she is crowded then removal of the teeth is indicated. When all the teeth come through she won’t miss the premolar teeth. Talk it through with your orthodontist before you proceed with treatment
Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG
Q. i have a partial denture as my front tooth came out it makes me feel sick im always gagging on it and i dont really talk to anyone anymore as im so paranoid i have alot of bad teeth and really want to get them sorted out but i am very nervous of dentists.
A. The only way to correct this problem is to book an appointment with a dentist. They can adjust this for you or have a new denture made.
Kind regards
Dr Justin Glaister
Dr Justin Glaister
Umbrella
www.umbrellasmiles.com
Tel: 020 7612 9810
11 Harley Street
London W1G 9PF
Q. following some failed (and negligent) dental treatment i require an implant in the lower left second molar area. i’ve had some consultations with implant surgeons, some of whom have told me it’s not usually desireable to place implants in this area. i’m interested to know if you feel it is usually possible to place implants in this area? if so, how many have you personally placed? and what success rate do you have for placements in this lower second molar region? many thanks
A. we show very high success rates for implants in the lower molar region. Around 98-99% over 10 years. This is all dependent on the amount of bone tou have available so we would scan the jaws without CT scanner prior to treatement so you have a clearer idea of your long-term success.
Let me know if you would like to come to see me, my e-mail is implant@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
Q. hi i urgently need treatment but cannot find an nhs doctor for miles. i have 2 abcesses at the min and am in extreme pain, my partner smashed my mouth in years ago and i havent been to dentist since im so scared. even tried tranquilisers. how do i go bout finding a dentist which will help me.
A. i advise you book in with a private dentist if you do not have an NHS dentist close by. If you are worried about cost maybe research into the different dental insurance options available.
Kind regards
Dr Justin Glaister
Dr Justin Glaister
Umbrella
www.umbrellasmiles.com
Tel: 020 7612 9810
11 Harley Street
London W1G 9PF
Q. I have braces. Yesterday my orthodontist tells me that I need oral surgery to get an impacted canine exposed. My new dental insurance doesn’t kick in till January. About how much is this sergury?
A. I am unable to give you a fee for this as there are too many variables.
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
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