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How long would a mouth implant procedure take?

Wednesday, September 26th, 2012
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I have a small mouth with a high palate. I have several broken teeth and a phobia for drills. I had a very bad experience at a dentist several years ago and have only ventured near if it was an absolute emergency since then. I have no problems with any other treatment like injections or extractions. I also have type 2 diabetes and am classed as morbidly obese ( 5 feet 1 tall and 15 st 7lbs) . I would need full mouth implants. Is it possible to have a general anaesthetic or hypnosis and roughly what would this treatment cost? Also how long would it take for the whole procedure?


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes

Would it be legal for me to start my own teeth whitening business?

Wednesday, September 26th, 2012
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Hi, I have been looking into starting up my own teeth whitening business offering only CE approved teeth whitening products and looking to train with LoveLite who offer complete training packages and now supply gel kits which is in line with GDC guidelines. After researching for many hours on the net and wanting to offer a safe legal professional service .There does not seem to be a definitive answer whether this would be legal for me to carry out. Either by myself administrating the gel, or the customer applying the gel themselves with having no contact with their teeth. I would appreciate your view on this matter.

Kind Regards.


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes

Would MAC veneers be an option for my stained teeth?

Wednesday, September 26th, 2012
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Hello Mark,

I would be very grateful for your advice.

I currently have ceramic pressed veneers on my two upper front teeth. I injured myself when I was young which deadened one of the front teeth and I had root canal treatment on it. It is grey in colour. I had veneers fitted to my two front teeth to get an even finish, and when the second tooth was prepped for the veneer it was found to be stained quite badly yellow. I’ve had these veneers for about two years and I think they look much better than no veneers at all, but wondered if there might be a better option for me.

I have previously been advised that crowns would be the next step, but I would prefer veneers if possible.

Do you think that MAC veneers would be an option, and if so could they be placed on just my two front teeth to conceal the grey/yellow discolouration and would they be able to blend in with my remaining teeth?

Your help is much appreciated.


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes

Would you recommend orthofill bands for the gaps in my teeth?

Wednesday, September 26th, 2012
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Would you recommend orthofill bands on diastema ? If not what type of braces would be best ? I have general spacing between the front six upper teeth. (all the gaps are around three mm’s apart) .My teeth is also pretty straight on the top and the bottom .Would I need to have braces on my lower ones,if though they do not need it( as I have herd that if you cause movement on your top,you will need to adjust the bottom too).
Thank you !


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes

Why do I have gum disease where I had veneers fitted?

Wednesday, September 26th, 2012
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I had veneers across 8 of my top teeth about 5 years ago to correct my teeth that were under sized, discolored and uneven surface from flourosis. I liked the final result however, ever since I have had real trouble with persistent gum disease, receding gums and bone loss just in the area where i had the work done. I was told by a periodontist about a year ago that the veneers were not fitted 100% flush with my real teeth so there is space for bacteria to collect. She said that there was nothing i can do other than keep on top of my cleaning and oral hygine.

I try to keep a good hygine routine, brush, floss and mouthwash but it feels like a bit of a loosing battle.

I’m worried about how bad my bone loss and receeding gums will get and if the veneers should be re-done to prevent this from getting worse?

Or is there something else I can do with regards to keeping the veneers but getting some help with stopping any further bone loss?

In your experience with cosmetic dentistry, is this something you come across very often and what would you recommend for me to do?

Thanks in advance.


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes

Will dental crowns fix my protruding teeth?

Friday, September 14th, 2012
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Hello..My teeth are inclined outwards. Though it doesnt look bad if not for the midline diastema. Does crowning help in pushing the teeth inwards? I also want to get rid of midline diastema. Please advice..My dentist has advised me to go for crowning.Iam very much confused as I dont have the time for putting on braces.I want a good response but in a short time. If only crowning could help.Also want to know can I leave the teeth as it is only after some grinding without crowning..will dat not be ok? Thanks


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes

I have suffered for years as a result of poor dental work, I don’t know what to do! Please help!

Tuesday, September 11th, 2012
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i am a now very self conscious 40 year old womanwith a problem that is basically ruining my life at 20 years old and pregnant at th time i had majot problems with toothache and visited a local dentist at the time who has now ceased practicing, due to poor dentistry , i was unemployed at the time, and he said he was going to give me 6 gold inlays all in the upper teeth. i went to appointments and being niave at the time, wasnt aware until i visited another dentist afterwards that the gold inlays had been put on my teeth, without the removal of roots/nerves. basically it was a make money in claiming it bk from nhs for the dentist responsible. he explained it was impossible to remove the gold inlays as they were like cement onto the teeth and the only outcome in the future would be eventually i would lose them all if i had pain from any of them. This proved to be the case years later. and resulted in the worst thing for me as a woman to lose the teeth and be fitted a part denture. so far ive had 3 duer to b reaking when cleaning them etc. i have since visited another dentist who has once again done very poor dentistry work making matters worse after my usual denture smashed fitted me with a horrendous denture changing the way i look its totally wrong so im worse off now than i was before. i am currently unemployed first time for me in a very long time. so im not looking for a excuse to ask for free implants. my situation is one of a very genuine plea for advice as to where to turn too next . regards


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes

I want veneers but I have a gum infection, what would you advise?

Monday, September 10th, 2012
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hi there, I am considering receiving vaneers but i have receding gums due to a gum infection i had. i am unsure if vaneers are even right for me and if this could be sorted out by a less painfull process, what do you think? my gums have receded to quite far down on my bottom jaw. everywhere else is healthy i think. but the bit at the front (at the bottom) is not the same at all. two of my front bottom teeth are very slightly loose feeling. i do not know if it is just my imagination. all i want to do is to regain my usual smile. please help me. thanks.


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes

What is the best treatment for overcrowded teeth?

Monday, September 10th, 2012
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I am 41 yrs old. have overcrowded teeth. want to know what is the best treatment option and how long it would take. i have had overcrowded teeth since childhood.i can email you the picture if u let me know where.
I would prefer an option that has been proven to be effective and long lasting. do not mind a bit of discomfort.
I am also flexible with my appointment dates. can visit in london or elsewhere for regular checkups.
i also suffer from yellowish teeth with some gum problems. have one missing left upper premolar tooth


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes

Will ClearPath aligners reduce my overbite?

Monday, September 10th, 2012
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Dear Doctor,
Need some advice on ClearPath aligners.
I have an 8mm overjet and the upper front teeths and slightly angled out and gaps between upper four front teeths. If the teeths are pulled back to close the gaps, I think the overjet can be reduced to 5-4mm and and this can close the gaps.Do you think ClearPath aligners can be useful for me.? Do clearpath aligners are used for this kind of malocclusions…? I am 27 years old now.


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes