Hello Marcus. My dentist attached my partial denture to a crown. When I pulled off the partial, the crown came with it! Is it customary or even prescribed to use a crown as an ‘anchor’ for a partial? If I had realized the anchor was a crown when preparing for the partial, I would have objected! My dentist maintains that the partial was a “temporary fix,” but would not respond to my question about using the crown as an anchor. He also said he would charge me to “glue the crown” back on so I can continue wearing the partial. There is so much decay now where the crown was, I doubt that the glue would hold; further, I still don’t think it’s a good solution. Is this ever a good idea? Do you have any suggestions for me? I can’t eat regular food now. Help!
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Is It Customary For A Dentist To Use A Crown As An Anchor For A Partial Denture?
Tuesday, July 22nd, 2014I Recently Had A Front Tooth Crown Fall Out. I Have Since Been Given A Quote By My Dentist For A Dental Implant. How Do I Know If I’m Being Ripped Off?
Wednesday, June 4th, 2014Hi Mark. I recently had a front tooth crown fall out. My dentist told me that the remaining tooth couldn’t be saved, so removed the tooth and I currently have a temporary denture which doesn’t fit correctly and is uncomfortable to wear. I have already been charged £219 for this treatment. I have been given a quote by my dentist for a dental implant, teeth whitening and 3 white fillings (to replace existing metal ones) which I feel is very expensive. How do I know if I’m being ripped-off? I have been told that my only other option is a permanent denture. My fear is that I pay another £219 and find that a permanent denture is uncomfortable to wear. My dentist has given me 1 week to make a decision and I’m not sure what to do?
Can I have temporary replacements for missing teeth?
Wednesday, November 21st, 2012I wanted to come to city dental for treatment as I have a phobia of dentists I haven’t been to a dentist for over 9 years and my teeth are in a very bad condition. Is there any form of treatment that I could have done the same day or something temporary to cover missing teeth till the next visit? As I don’t want to leave with missing teeth. I am only 26 and I have 2 children and I am willing to pay the price I don’t want my partner to see me toothless or my kids. Thanks for your help.
I’m about to have several teeth extracted but why do I have to wait weeks for my new dentures?
Wednesday, October 17th, 2012I have finally visited a dentist after 20 years, knowing that many teeth have to be removed. My dentist is nice, but I dont think she realises how terrified I am and have been. I have had three teeth out already, and have a temporary denture, which is white compared to my teeth. Thats okay, I can cope with that. I now have to have five more out. The two front ones and either side. She says I will have to hibernate for a couple or so weeks while I wait for my dentures, but that is putting me off having the teeth removed, never mind the terror I feel about the removals. Also there seems to be choices as to the materials the teeth are made of, which she has not given me the option of. I only know this because i have been researching as you do. A little bit of knowledge and all that. But at the end of the day, its my look and mouth and face. I am worried. Can you help with my concerns.
My dentist has recommended a temporary denture, but is a temporary bridge a possibility?
Friday, March 4th, 2011Hi, I am having an upper !st molar extracted and my dentist has recommended a temporary denture until my gum heals, before i can get a bridge fitted. Is this the only option? Or could i get a temporary bridge? The two surrounding teeth are undamaged and not filled.
Can I have a temporary bridge fitted once my broken bridge is removed and what are the anaesthetic options?
Wednesday, November 24th, 2010 Hi have been told by my dentist that me bridge needs replacing as it has broken , and I will have to have a temp denture fitted for between 6-12 months ! then a new bridge fitted I am really worried about this I am only 45 can I have a temp bridge fitted instead .
I am a nhs patient , but would pay for a temp bridge .
I am having the extraction and procedure with the magic wand as have had a allergic reaction once , can this procedure be done with the wand ? thanking you
I started losing my teeth since my teens and have since had treatment, but which was ended midterm. I need teeth removed and dentures, if you can advise?
Wednesday, October 6th, 2010Since the age of 17 I started losing my teeth I had caps screwed in on the top half of my mouth which still remain however my other teeth are now rotten to he’ll. I had temporary dentures around 2 years ago to help my gums heal however these were lost months ago so have been without I have 5 teeth on bottom of jaw 3 in middle 1 molar each side Iand I have 1 missing tooth at top, I’m currently in slot of pain and was having treatment but this stopped mid term due to a move I have tried to find a dentist but I’m not having and luck I need my teeth removed and dentures as eating and drinking is a total nightmare what are my options,
I am unsure if my dentist said I would have a temporary denture until I get crowns due to my fear of the dentist. What should I do?
Tuesday, September 21st, 2010hi, i went to my dentist after years of being scared of them. i have 3 front crowns which have been lose for years and i have been gluing them back in myself due to my phobia of dentists, anyway i plucked up the courage to go to one and they were really nice but because of my nerves i dont remember what he said he was going to do. he said that one of my crowns had no bone to put cement it back on but he tried his best to, it has came lose after a day. the others have stayed in. he did impressions and said i might have to go without a front tooth for a while, while he sorted out more crowns but then he said that he could do a partial denture which would be ready in a couple of weeks time. does he mean i will have a denture untill some crowns are sorted or will it be instead of crowns and would it be better anyway. i also chose the colour of the crowns. i just dont understand if it is a tempory denture while sorting crowns out or will it be a permanent one, have to go back next week and still really nervous.,
Two dentists are giving me different opinions about implant treatment. Can you advise?
Wednesday, September 15th, 2010Hi Dr Bohara, I am 43 years old and i have gum problems . It recedes athough i do not smokeat all. . I will need to remove 4 of my front lower teeth. I would like to do implant to replace them. The problem is that i am getting 2 different opinins from 2 different dentists. One is saying after extracting my 4 teeth , he will implant them put rexin and after 2 months , put the ceramic teeth ,It looks perfect for me. However another dentist is saying after extracting the 4 teeth , i will need to wear false dentures for about 2 months to let the gum takes its place and then it will follow the above steps . I obvioudsl prefer the first choice and is more expensive than the second one, The problem is that the second sounds it makes more sense . That is to wait for the gum to take its place before going for the implants. They are both expert in this field . To play safe, the second dentist seems better but can i go with the first one as i would not like to wear false dentures ,
Are there any options to address my extracted tooth?
Monday, August 2nd, 2010I have to have a tooth extracted and have been advised an implant is the best option. My dentist has informed me that the gum will need to be left to heal for about 6 months. I enquired about temporary solutions to fill the gap and am being told that this will not be possible so I will have a gap at the front of my teeth for at least 6 months! Please can you advise?,
