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Ive two stained front teeth is lumineers the answer for it?

admin — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 09:30:11 +0000

Q. Hi there, on my two front upper teeth i have a atain on each tooth that i cannot remove, i have tried everything. my dentist says it is caused through an illness i had when i was younger. can you tell me how lumineers work and if they are a permanent solution and is there a need for any injections? i have a terrible fear of the dentist.

A. Lumineers are not the answer – you will need the defects removed and have them filled which unfortunately will need an injection

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Aviva Cosmetic Dentistry
101 St Peters Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3EN
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I cant have braces as my roots are too small what are the alternatives?

admin — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 09:15:41 +0000

Q. Hello, I am interested in finding out how i can get teeth straightening done, when i was in high school i was told i cannot have braces as my roots are too small, i am 27 years old now and would really like to know what alternatives there are for me, i have been researching on dentist treatments abroad as they appear to be more cost effective, I also have a problem with my gums, they were different shapes and sized before, I have visited my local dentist about this and the gums have been controlled but the difference in their size remains. If i am honest i am not keen on veneers but perhaps other methods that do not take so long. I am planning on getting married mid 2010 and i hate my smile, i really want some advice on sorting out my gums and teeth sooner rather then later. I hope you can help. Thank you

A. If your roots are short then orthodontics are not advised . Veneers and gum recontouring are a good option in these cases. In my practice this is a common procedure. The gum recontouring should be done first and left to stabilise for between 6 weeks and 6 months. Following this veneers would be placed to give you a stunning smile.

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I have just got veneers on my front tooth is it possible to get it whitened now?

admin — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 03:31:30 +0000

Q. I have a venor finish on my front tooth however all my other teeth are natural I would be grateful if you could advise my if 1s possible to have teeth whitening due to the diffrent shades of colours. Thank you Kind regards

A. You can have the the natural teeth whitened but the veneer won’t change colour

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

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Why is that my crowns and veneers are not whiter anymore?

admin — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 05:42:55 +0000

Q. PORCELAIN TEETH CHANGING COLOR I had a full restoration in 2000-01 using empress crowns and veneers on the front lower teeth. The crown and veneer color were the second whitest you could get. I wanted the whitest but my dentist talked me out of it. My teeth looked fantastic for several years but now have turned off white. I was told that the porcelain would never change color…that is why I got the work done. My smile was very white for the first 5 years but has now changed to off-white..not very pretty. I have my teeth cleaned every 3 months and brush and floss 3 times a day. What is going on? I have pictures I can send. I am so upset because I wanted a really white smile and paid $30,000 to get one.

A. I would go back to your dentist to find out whats happening. I have found this myself with Empress veneers and have had to replace several veneers. It may also be the teeth underneath changing colour so get your dentist to check them out.

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

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I cant afford to pay for my veneers all at one is there any finance options?

admin — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 03:46:52 +0000

Q. I would love to have veneers but cant afford to pay all at once is there finance available? and how much would i be looking to pay back a month?thank you.

A. We do have finance available but each case is very specific and I am unable to give you a costing until you have had a consultation with me. Please contact my practice for a free consultation.

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How can i get rid of the white blots on my front teeth

admin — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 04:55:57 +0000

Q. Hello 6 years ago i saw white blots on my front teeth. if you know any way so i can delete them please inform me. yours sincerely blots

A. They are likely to be too much fluoride causing uneven laying down of the enamel prisms. Microabrasion / bleaching may help or possibly veneers may be required.

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Why does the cost of veneers vary so much

admin — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 09:40:02 +0000

Q. Hi Andrew, Ive noticed that there is quite a large difference in prices for veneers. Could you explain why this is and also give me the range of prices at your practice and what these apply to? Many Thanks Steven

A. The cost of veneers is dictated by the experience of the clinician, material used and the cost of the lab work. We charge £500 for our basic but very good quality veneer to £800 for our top technician who has years of experience creating a very aesthetic final result in difficult situations. When choosing the dentist find out who they use for the lab work and how much experience they have before deciding as price alone isn’t the only consideration regards andrew

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

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Worried to loose tooth due to my grinding habit can I have veneers?

admin — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:01:16 +0000

Q. Hello I grind my teeth a lot in my sleep and sometimes during the day when I am nervous or stressed. My dentist gave me a hard retainer which did not work. He then gave me a softer one which I chewed through. I now sleep with the hard one in and the soft one on top of that, and it helps but not completely. I am now starting to chew through them both. I have a lot of headaches, mainly tension ones, and I often wake up with tension in my neck and shoulders. I have also started to notice that my teeth have become much more sensitive and I am worrying that I am slowly grinding my teeth away and exposing nerves! I was wondering if I do (fingers crossed I don’t), would I be able to get veneers? Also would i get them free or would I pay? And if I did would they be made of something strong enough to put up with my grinding? Thanks!

A. Veneers would not be a good idea as you will break them. The hard splint is what I would recommend - it will need adjustments as your jaw settles into its correct position. Once this has happened the muscles should relax.

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Uneven shaped teeth needs to be analysed for the correct treatment.

admin — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 11:36:16 +0000

Q. Between the ages of 17 – 19 I had traditional braces. I am now 29 and find that my teeth have relapsed over time as my dentist warned they might. I wear a nightly retainer (which is a replacement if one I had and broke) but my teeth aren’t as they were when I first had my brace removed. The main issues are: a small ‘Madonnaesque’ gap between my front two teeth and the teeth wither side of those are rather short. I was wondering between veneers, invisalign and lumineers what I could consider to correct the problem. I want something that will completely close the gap without too much damage to my teeth which are white and in very good condition.

A. If the teeth are poorly shaped veneers will be the best option – lumineers are just a branded veneer.If the teeth are a nice shape then I wold recommend another brace ( may be invisalign or lingual braces) . Once the teeth are in a good position then I would recommend a fixed retainer – V loop retainer allows you to floss your teeth and holds the teeth in their corredt position

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Explain me on different disciplines in Cosmetic Dentistry.

admin — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 06:26:50 +0000

Q. Hiya, I am in year 10 and planning to be a cosmetic dentist, however, I am really confused! Are there different fields within cosmetic dentistry? I was under the impression that a cosmetic dentist is a specialist in just vaneers etc… That is what I want to specialise in. Please could you help me, i’m really confused about it all! Thank you very much for your time.

A. Cosmetic dentistry involves many disciplines including function of teeth / jaws, gum and tooth health, orthodontics and restorative dentistry. It is not just about sticking veneers on teeth. It is great that you are interested in dentistry but cosmetic dentistry is about making profound changes to someone’s teeth in relation to not just how they look but how healthy and how they function to make sure that they last a long time. Work hard and join us in the wonderful world of cosmetic dentistry.

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