Posts Tagged ‘underbite’
Thursday, July 2nd, 2009
Q. Hello Safeer, My two upper front teeth are crooked, I’ve spoken to an NHS orthodontist who recommends braces but I am 27 and would rather avoid that! Is it possible to have the teeth removed and implants implanted? I will also require NHS surgery to correct an underbite, would it be possible to integrate NHS surgery with private implants? Lastly what would be the cost if the implants were doable? Thanks for your time
A. hi
it is not possible to comment on the underbite treatment without seeing you.
implants cost 2200 per tooth approx.
have you considered invsalign braces as this will address the cosmetic concerns with braces
the nhs does not allow the mixing of private treatments
Dr Safeer Butt
S3 Dental Studios
www.s3dental.co.uk
Surrey Kent Sussex
Tags: dental implant, dental implants, dental implants costs, dental inplant, implant, implant dentist, implantologist, implants, NHS, nhs crowns, nhs dentist, nhs dentistry, underbite
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Tuesday, June 2nd, 2009
Q. is surgery for an underbite, considered cosmetic surgery? what kind of insurance should I carry for the possibility, that my child should need the surgery for her underbite. current orthodontics believes she may need surgery, but will wait until right before she turns eighteen years old.
A. This treatment should be carried out in an NHS dental hospital so you will not have to pay for it. Please get this confirmed by your orthodontist.
Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS
Tags: NHS, nhs crowns, nhs dentist, nhs dentistry, orthodontic treatment, orthodontics, orthodontist, underbite
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Saturday, May 16th, 2009
Q. Hello. I am 40, and have always had perfect teeth,I take very good care of them. In the last 6 months I have noticed my teeth changing. Now,my front tooth is starting to overlap the other. Why? What’s wrong? HELP!
A. Hi
I would recommend you seek a consultation with a dentist to seek the reasons for this. I am sure it will be easily solved
Dr Kalpesh Bohara
The Dental Suite
www.dental-suite.co.uk
Tel: 01509 231144
36 Frederick Street
Loughborough Leicester
LE11 3BJ
Tags: orthodontic treatment, orthodontics, orthodontist, overbite, underbite
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Monday, May 4th, 2009
Q. I have posted this question on the forum but decided to try and email direct. One of my back teeth had some of the tooth break off, back and side, so my dentist filled it. Everything was ok but a few days later I felt like my front teeth were moving, kind of clicking together and with pressure on the front teeth, I rang him and went back, he filed in between a couple of the teeth to make some room and said it should be ok but after another couple of days they still felt like they were moving. went back again and he said because of the filling at the back I was getting used to a new bite, but he filed the filled tooth down some more and said that it would just take a while to get used to it and once the front teeth aligned themselves and they were in a position they would settle down and would not click together as much or wobble (they are a little), he said it also feels that they wooble a hell of a lot but in fact not even a hair but I think in my mind it is worse cos you can feel it. Was just wondering how long it would take to settle the teeth into a position, I know it takes time but can anyone say roughly how long!!! Thanx
A. Firsty it sounds as though the tooth needs to be crowned- as it sounds as though there isn’t much of the tooth left.
Secondly, the bite should have been checked accurately at the filling appointment- so that this didn’t happen. It does however take some time for the teeth to adjust to a new bite, but in my opinion, the bite ideally shouldn’t have been altered in the first place. I’m sure that this treatment won’t be detrimental to the overall health of your teeth- but it needs to be sorted if your front teeth feel strange and can’t bite together. If the bite isn’t sorted now, then it can cause jaw problems and tenderness etc. Hope this has helped.
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: overbite, teeth fillings, tooth filling, tooth fillings, underbite
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Sunday, May 3rd, 2009
Q. Dear Dr Solanki The 3 upper teeth nearest my left central Inciser are pushed back and the bottom teeth below overlap them!. A few teeth below are also pushed more forward directly below. I think it’s what you call a crossbite. My lower jaw seems out of alignment and goes to the left slightly too, because of my bite. Otherwise my teeth are fine, healthy and white with no fillings. My NHS dentist doesn’t care and just laughed and said it adds character to me. I’m 33 now and my old dentist should have recommended braces when I was a child or maybe it has got worse over time. It’s really affecting my confidence and how I feel people view me. My personal and professional life is a non-starter with how I feel now. what treatment would you recommend?.
A. If it is really bothering you, then there’s nothing stopping you from getting it sorted. You need to stress to your dentist how important it is to get the teeth starightened. If he/she fails to do anything- then go elsewhere for a 2nd opinion. I would be more than happy to offer you a free consultation at my kissdental practice to discuss your options with you. Good luck
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: overbite, teeth straightened, teeth straightening, teeth striaghtening, underbite
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Monday, April 27th, 2009
Q. I’m 14, and I have a little underbite, its about 1-3mm. What will the dentist have to do the fix it? Will I have to have sergery? Or will I have braces?
A. You could have orthodontics to correct your bite. Ask your dentist to send you to an orthodontist so you can get some options.
Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS
Tags: orthodontic treatment, orthodontics, orthodontist, underbite
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Thursday, April 9th, 2009
Q. hi, i just got braces and I am informed that I will be having surgery next summer (2010) to fix my underbite. I will be getting my front jaw pushed forward and my back jaw pushed backwards. However I am really anxious to get the surgery as soon as possible. Is there any way I could get the surgery first and than wear braces for a year etc??
A. HI
i would strongly recommend you speak to the clinician who is treating you , as he/she will have all the details about your specific case.
Dr Kalpesh Bohara
The Dental Suite
www.dental-suite.co.uk
Tel: 01509 231144
36 Frederick Street
Loughborough Leicester
LE11 3BJ
Tags: braces, underbite
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Saturday, April 4th, 2009
Q. My question is what would cause my teeth to feel as if my bite has changed. I am 40+. I see my dentist for reqular yearly checkups. In January 09 I got a cleaning done, and at that time I told the hygienist that my right side teeth feel different as if they are longer or that my bite is off. She said sometimes tartar is like a sliver and makes things feel funny. Had bite wings and only showed a couple of watches, no cavities. Well a month later they were still feeling like my bite is off, I went back to the dentist and he said that I probably am grinding and need a night quard. So I booked an appointment for the night guard, and was seen by another dentist this time. I told him my teeth still feel like they are not feeling like they bite together properly, in fact I noticed that before I was able to bite off a broken finger nail and now I cannot because of the space. He said a night guard would not help and wasn’t at all sure what to do ?What would cause a shift like this or what could be happening? Could it be my TMJ?
A. It is likely to be due to the TM Joint so a bite guard would be the first thing to try to realign your bite
Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG
Tags: night guard, overbite, TMJ, underbite
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Friday, April 3rd, 2009
Q. Hi, at the age of fourteen my mouth was too crowded so i had 2 teeth taken out from the top and 2 from the bottom, it was needed at the time but in last recent years my teeth have moved and now don’t meet, i have no bite at all, i can sometimes be in agony, it always leads to root canal or nerve etc etc but the main problem is now my jaw line! My dentist is very good and gave me a mouth piece which has prevented the pain and somehow the pain isn’t as bad, plus i don’t grind my teeth as much but i felt i needed a second opinion, the second dentist told me that he could do nothing for me but that i would have to see a orthodontist but the only solution he had was that i would have to get my jaw broken? to me, this is a little severe? have you any advice or solution
A. Hi. For an adult with this type of problem often the only solution is surgery. It can be very difficult to correct with braces on there own. My advice would be to ask for a referral to a Oral-maxillofacial surgeon to find out the extent of surgery you may need, then make a choice whether you feel it is worth doing or not
Regards
Andrew
Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG
Tags: braces, fixed brace, fixed braces, orthodontic treatment, orthodontics, orthodontist, overbite, underbite
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Thursday, April 2nd, 2009
Q. My daughter is 18, she originally had braces to straight her teeth. Last year she was braced again in preparation for surgery LeFort I to correct an underbite. All has gone well except her midline is off, 4 or 5 mm. The orthodontist says it is fine and won’t do anything. My daughter is so depressed. She hates this worse than the underbite. Is there anything we can do? Please give me some advice, after all she has been through, three years in braces and difficult surgery she won’t smile and cries all the times.
A.
I sympathise with the problem. As you will both have been through so much you want a perfect result. It seems that this is a long way from what you wanted. However repeating the surgery would generally not be advisable and so you are left with making the best of this situation.
Appearance is very personal and ideas of attractive vary from one person to another. In principle I would prefer the appearance of a corrected facial profile with a shifted centre line to the other way round.
You could veneer the front teeth to give the appearance of correcting the profile or try another orthodontist.
However it seems likely that some form of comprimise will be required to get an acceptable result within a budget and time in the dentists chair.
Dr Rob Tennet
www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk
Dr Rob Tennet
St Johns Dental Practice
www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk
Tel: 0121 643 0610
18 Bennett’s Hill
Birmingham B2 5QJ
Tags: braces, orthodontic treatment, orthodontics, orthodontist, underbite
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Monday, March 30th, 2009
Q. im 52, hopefully not too late to take care of my very damaged teeth. ive been told for years to get a deep cleaning and ive been scared, so i havent. i brush daily, not alot of flossing. well, first thing, my bridge fell off (5 years old) two teeth underneith the bridge broke. its on now again, but for how long? second, i was told my bone has really decreased. i noticed my bite changing, but thought it was normal, well my teeth are shifting, one is floating according to my dentist. he recommends deep cleaning. i am rinsing with a presectiption rinse, am on antibiotics cause now i have infection above bridge area, and i floss maybe 6 times a day, brush twice. am i too late? HE SAYS less comprehensive is deep clean, most comprehensive is dentures. i dont want dentures. am i doing the right thing, or is it too late for me now.
A.
You obviously have a gum problem. Some teeth may be savable if gum treatment is undertaken but without examining you it is impossible for me to be more specific. As well as bridges and dentures to replace teeth implants may be an options once you have your gum disease under control
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: bridge, bridges, dental bridge, dental bridges, gum, gum disease, gum loss, gum recession, gum shrinkage, gums, overbite, Q. Dental Bridges, Q. gums, underbite
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Monday, March 30th, 2009
Q. Hi experts, i have a question which has been asked many times i’m sure but i couldnt find the info I require. Im based in London, and have a awakrd bite the one that is awakard is right next to my two front teeth im sorry i dont know the name. I wish to get this tooth covered in silver, i dont want permanent and i dont want them cheapy clip on rubbish i’d like the silver cap to be mouled to my teeth and then placed on. Can you inform me as to where to go? and the prices involved? I do plan to have cosmetic denistry in the future to correct the teeth but as i’m student funds are limited. Thanks again
A. hi many thanks for your enquiry, the best advice i can give is, have the tooth veneered in a white gold material, this is a permanant fixture, if at a later date you want to have this tooth back to the normal colour then you would need to have this gold veneer replaced with a porcelain veneer. There are many places in london that this can be done, its best to seek out a cosmetic dentist. the average cost of something like this would range from £500 – £900. hope all this information is helpful.
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: cosmetic dentist, cosmetic dentistry, cosmetic dentists, Cosmetic+dentistry, cost cosmetic dentistry, dental veneer, dental veneer costs, dental veneers, overbite, Q. Dental Veneers, underbite, vaneers, venee, veneer, veneers, veneerswhite smile, venner
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Monday, March 30th, 2009
Q. I went to dentist to get an implant on tooth No.7. He previously did a bone augmentation but when he opened the gum he said there was not enough bone to do the implant. He went in there and put some more now I have to wait another 4 months. He also says my bottom tooth will be hitting against my implant in the future cause bottom tooth is crooked and sticks out. He suggest I get a crown but I don’t want them to file down my good teeth. He thinks I may damage the implant ina the future. What should I do??? Thanks.
A. It is difficult to advise you without seeing you. I would need to assess your bite and see how strong the opposing tooth is. Sometimes the bottom tooth could be re-contoured or could be moved with orthodontics.
Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS
Tags: crown, crowns, dental crown, dental crowns, dental implant, dental implants, dental inplant, implant, implant dentist, implantologist, implants, overbite, underbite
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Saturday, March 28th, 2009
Q. Hi, I have a slight underbite, no-one notices, But i feel in the last 12-15 months my teeth have started moving slightly forward’ish,and very tight at the lower front teeth, Im 24 now. It really plays on my mind though, I went to see a surgeon and he said he would be very reluctant to break it, and the orthodontist said there was nothing he could do, i went to chase farm hospital. im having my wisdom teeth removed in april, then maybe looking for a cosmetic dentist? can you recommend a good one? I really want to fix it because i did some modelling before, but i feel so uncormfortable now, i wont go to castings etc….im just not sure what to do, as they wont operate, and i dont really want the surgery! but the orthodontist said nothing aswell….i was wondering if you could recommend a cosmetic dentist? cheers
A. let me know exactly where you are and I will try to help and recommend someone to you.
Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS
Tags: cosmetic dentist, cosmetic dentistry, underbite
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Saturday, March 28th, 2009
Q. im one of these people who should of had a brace when i was 18 but i stupidly didnt. I am now 29 years old and have speech problems as well as cramped lower teeth and an un even bite is there any way cosmetically i could maybe have this corrected.
A. there is no age limit to braces / orthodontics. It is unlikely that the NHS will be able to provide the treatment, Private fees vary from around £3-6,000.00 depending on the type of brace and how long it takes and who is doing the treatment. Clear positioners like clearstep or invisalign are a popular choice for adults. It may take 6-24 months.
Veneers and ultrathin veneers such as lumineers offer a way to realign the front surface of the tooth a little like gel nails. they cost £300-700 per tooth.
At StJohns Birmingham we offer a free intial chat with a dentist to offer some of the more realistic options. If you are interested call Amy 0121 643 0610 mention this link.
Rob
Dr Rob Tennet
St Johns Dental Practice
www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk
Tel: 0121 643 0610
18 Bennett’s Hill
Birmingham B2 5QJ
Tags: cosmetic dentistry, cosmetic dentists, Cosmetic+dentistry, overbite, underbite
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Monday, February 9th, 2009
Q. Hi, I’m 22 and suffer from an underbite and I am interested in getting treatment for it. Growing up I had braces, head braces etc The interent research I have done suggests that I have a grade 2/3 underbite. What is surgery likely to cost? What does it involve? What are the potential side effects?
A. You need to have a full orthodontic consultation to fully assess your options, if surgery is needed then sometimes it can be covered under the nhs sometimes it is private and prices vary a rough idea would be £8,000-10,000. Before and after the surgery you would need orthodontic treatment to align your teeth. Surgery now is very good you may need to book a wekks holiday as jaw will be sore but it is now a very popular and common procedure.
Dr Riten Patel
The Mulberry
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
Tel: 01932 223 479
18 Ashley Road
Walton on Thames Surrey
KT12 1HS
Tags: braces, jaw, underbite
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Sunday, October 19th, 2008
Q. Hi. Im looking for advice really. I have a pretty ugly underbite that i’m wanting to get fixed. its just one of those things i’ve always had on my mind but now i want to do something about it. but, i don’t know who to ask for advice or if i go to my GP or my dentist or if i can get any treatment on the NHS. perhaps you can assist me as to the best step? thanks benny
A. Your first port of call should be your dentist to have your problem properly assessed
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: NHS, underbite
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Tuesday, September 9th, 2008
Q. From the age of seven years I have been seeing an orthodontist who told me I have an under bite. The problem was not overly obvious initially, but have since had brace work which had lead to the upper jaw resting further back, showing the under bite and making the whole issue very obvious. I am now 22 and I am still awaiting an operation to correct this problem. Besides the issues of eating habits and drooling, I am very self-conscious of my underbite, which can make speaking or eating a very daunting task as I cannot cover my mouth 24/7. I was wondering whether I was waiting for my operation (which has been delayed since I was 18) if there was any possibilities of having some sort of denture temporarily fixed to the upper jaw to give the illusion that there is no under bite or at least less of one. I have a 1cm or so gap between where the top and bottom front teeth meet. Is there anything that can be done in the short term to at least make me feel less self conscious? Any advice would be very much appreciated. Thanks for your help.
A. I have never heard of a “denture” used in this way. It is very likely that if such an appliance was made that it would irritate your upper lip and not be useable.
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: underbite
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Saturday, June 28th, 2008
Q. I would like to know if a problem i have had all my life can be corrected, to boost my confidence and smile without embarrassment. I am 47 years old, i have a underbite and feel that there is still some movement as my front top teeth are appearing off center and my facial appearance is changing, and to top it all off i have always had discoloured teeth.
A. There are now many ways we can improve the appearance of your teeth to try to give you back that confidence to smile. It is always difficult to advise you without seeing you but it sounds like we could correct your tooth alignment problems with some orthodontics such as invisalign.html” target=”_self”>Invisalign…which is very different from traditional fixed metal braces. After your teeth are aligned we could carry out some whitening to lighten your teeth or porcelain veneers to create that beautiful smile you want.
I hope this helps you
Dr Riten Patel BDS
Mulberry Dental Surrey
18 Ashley Rd, Walton on Thames
KT12 1HS
www.mulberrydental.co.uk
01932 223479
Tags: alignment, discoloured teeth, underbite
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