Cosmetic Dentistry Guide » vaneers

My front teeth are not proper what are the options other than braces?

admin — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:43:03 +0000

Q. my two front teeth sick way out what could be done to fix them other than braces

A. hi many thanks for your email, the other option would be to use veneers/crowns to bring them back in the smile. however the teeth may require root canal treatment. there is a case on my website under goofy teeth which give you an idea of the type of treatment that can be achieved.

hope this 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

Can veneers be fitted if one has gum disease?

admin — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:32:11 +0000

Q. I suffer from severe teeth grinding and i also have bad gum disease although i am only 34 and have never had a filling. i went away travelling and have not seen a dentist for over 5 years. i would like to know if i am treatable and what my options are for a smile makeover as my teeth are now yellowing, there is some movement and the gums are tender sometimes, I have started to become very self conscious and upset about it. Can veneers be fitted if someone has gum disease, what costs am i looking at or do you think i need false teeth?

A. hi many thanks for your email, it is difficult to say whether your teeth are savable or not the best thing would be to come for a free consultation where i can assess your mouth and give you some options on how to improve things for you.

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

which one is better veneers or crowns?

admin — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:15:48 +0000

Q. what is better veneers or crowns

A. hi many thanks for your email,

veneers are better if there is alot of enamel left on the tooth and the teeth to be veneered are not already heavily filled.

crowns are more destuctive as more tooth tissue has to be prepared but are more protective when the teeth are more heavily filled or there is little enamel left on the tooth.

hope this 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

I m interested in permanent fangs which one is better option veneers or implants?

admin — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:01:58 +0000

Q. I am interested in permanent fangs. I’ve heard of two options– one where you can have your teeth sanded down to a certain point, and have veneers placed over them, and they would be like that, permanent, for 15 or so years before they needed to be replaced. And then the more expensive sort– titanium rod implants where the actual bone is modified to give VERY permanent-no-changing-your-mind-later fangs. Is there any more infortmation on these? More specifically, I’d like to know about the former, because I am interested in having it done. Are these permanent to the point where they will not fall off even eating tough things such as steak? To sleep with the

m on, and have them until the 15 years or so is up? Can you give any more infortmation about these, and if you do them? For how much, if so, and every fifteen years, will I have to pay again? And in the event that I may want to switch over from these to the titanium rod fangs– could I? Thank you.

A. You would need to visit your dentist

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

I ve big teeth could you suggest dental surgery to fix this problem?

admin — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:54:13 +0000

Q. Hello I have quite big teeth, which I hate. I’d love to have dental surgery of some kind to fix this problem. I’m not quite sure exactly what I would need to have done though. What do you suggest?

A. Thanks for your question, you may wish to consider veneers. These are a thin layer of porcelain which is designed to fit over the front surface of your tooth, similar to a false finger nail, which can be used to improve the size, shape and colour of your teeth. The number of teeth which would need veneers to improve the overall aesthetic appearnace would depend on your smile. I hope this helps.
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

Can I hav just one veneer for my front tooth?

admin — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:43:30 +0000

Q. Hello, i have a front tooth the goes back, the rest of my teeth are fairly straight, Could you tell me, would it be possible to just have one veneer on that tooth or would i have to have the whole lot done? best regards

A. Thanks for your question, it is possible to have a single veneer, to improve the aesthetic appearance of your smile. However, whethervthis would be successful for you would depend on hoe far back the tooth is. I would recommend that you attend your dental practice for a consultation to discuss your options.
Kindest Regards
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

My teeth hv become short due to grinding could you advice?

admin — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:42:28 +0000

Q. my teeth have become shorter by youthful grinding !!!can you offer a solution ?

A. Normally veneers or crowns are the only option in these cases however very good aesthetic results can be acheived.
let me know if you’d like me to take a look. Our clinic number is 01245 268 494 Regards Andrew

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
Clinical Director
www.advancedentalclinic.com
Tel: 01245 268 494
104 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford Essex
CM2 0JG

How can front teeth overlap be corrected?

admin — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:58:50 +0000

Q. I have a major problem with my smile, i’m 26 and my 2 front teeth overlap, when i turn to the sides and smile it looks like i have straight teeth till i stand face on, Also i have the same problem with my bottom front teeth as they too are crooked so its very rarely i have pictures taken. Is there anything i can have done but the thing is i’m on benefits so something that can be done on the Nhs if its possible, Thanks

A. Thanks for your questions. It is possible that either Orthodontics, braces etc., or veneers could possibly correct your problems. However these procedures are considered as cosmetic, and as a result of this, it is unlikely that they would be funded by the NHS. You may wish to considered visiting a cosmetic dentist who offers free initial consultations, as many are able to offer payment plans to spread the cost. I hope this helps.
Kind Regards
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

Need all the information on veneers for my discoloured teeth

admin — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:48:20 +0000

Q. i have had a root filling on one of my front teeth years ago which has discoloured it thus making me a little uncomfortable when i have to smile!! unfortunate for me i work as an air hostess so i have to be all smiley smiley all the time!! i am considering having veneers but want to know alot more about them, ie cost for a full set? what the ups and downs are? do my teeth get damaged? how long do they last? i smoke, so would that effect them? and i am a little scared to just go to anybody as i dont want to be one of those cases where things go wrong and im left with infection or no teeth!? sorry!!

A. hi
if the discolouration of the tooth is really bad then a crown may be more suitable.
for that perfect smile your other teeth may be suitable for veneers which is a thin porcelain covering on the outer surface of the tooth , this usually means that the tooth needs to be drilled to avoid bulkiness when the veneer is placed . the downside is that you are comitting to a non reversible procedure . as time goes on and if your gums receed you will begin to see the join to the tooth near the gum -which is more of a problem if you have a gummy smile otherwise you will be ok.
smoking increases the efects of gum disease and also helps initiate gum disease so can contribute to the long term look of your veneers
costs per tooth vary between 475 to 700 per tooth depending on level of cosmetics
if just the position of your teeth apart from the dark one bothers you but not size and shape consider orthodontics like invisalign

Dr Safeer Butt
S3 Dental Studios
www.s3dental.co.uk
Surrey Kent Sussex

Can I get a free dental veneer for my tooth?

admin — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:22:43 +0000

Q. Hi, i had a canvity on my front tooth i had a white filling done but the tooth is half covered by white filling which has turned yellow and the tooth has rotten to a black colour where and how can i get free dental veneer? Oh im 16 in full time education please help im very emabrrased by my tooth!

A. see if you can find a nhs dentist wo should be able to do this for you

Dr Safeer Butt
S3 Dental Studios
www.s3dental.co.uk
Surrey Kent Sussex