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Is there any treatment available for sensitive teeth after finishing invisalign?

Wednesday, May 12th, 2010
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Hello, I recently finished Inviseline treatment and my upper incisor had a ‘button’ on it for positioning. When the orhtodontist removed the button she got a bit overzealous and took off enamel. It was painful when that happened and the tooth has been very sensitive to cool air ever since. I can feel that the face of the tooth is indented and its surface is not smooth like the other teeth. Also this tooth has remained slightly loose even after 3 months in a retainer. Is there any treatment for this? A sealant of sorts? Why would the tooth stay loose this long?,
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Loose teeth is normal after or… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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My first premolar has cracked in half, what should I do?

Wednesday, May 12th, 2010
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my first premolar has cracked in half but is still attached by the gum. i have no pain can this be glued ? i have some excellent epoxy glue that im sure will work. i have had a few cavities in the center of the tooth, fillngs are in tact. what should i do ? thank you,
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Unfortunatley this cannot be g… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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Is there a certain age limit you have to be to get your teeth capped?

Tuesday, May 11th, 2010
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hello, im 13 years old and i really dont like my teeth. How much would it cost to get my teeth capped at my dentist? And is there a certain age limit youhave to be to get your teeth capped? Thank you,
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I would not recommend caps unl… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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Will I get an infection if the gum closes the little fragments off?

Tuesday, May 11th, 2010
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Hello Dr. Caplan, I had a root canal treatment in one of my first molars before delivery with my first child. i did not get a filling during the pregnancy fearing any pain or complication. two days ago it has fallen off on its own (i know, its sad i could have saved it), and i cant see my dentist for a few days. thing is, only a few pieces are present in the gum and the gum feels like its closing them off. its not too painful and there’s no inflammation. should i rush before that happens? will i get an infection if the gum closes the little fragments off? i will be really thankful if u answer. thankyou,
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You need to be seen asap as th… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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Can you advise me on my complex case?

Tuesday, May 11th, 2010
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Hi my problem is that i have gingivitis/periodontitis and late stages of enamel erosion, reasons for the periodontitis is because i am in my teens i think, its aggressive type, caused by the hormones. And my acid erosion was due to my love of coke and brushing my teeth 4 times a day, problem is every time i look for a periodontitis they all seem to offer facelifts and other things, which makes me feel like they are just cheap out to make cash and not really going to improve my current teeth. Would you be able to suggest a periodontitis in Bangor northern ireland, or Belfast or anywhere which is a good periodontist that you would trust, and also i have said to my dentist about my current gum problems she says its caused by my “braces” which have been removed for about a good 9 months. So i am starting to think i should change dentist too, i would like to get crowns before july too though, advice and help on them would be appreciated, thanks for reading my question.,
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Your dentist may be correct ab… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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My front teeth look awful after having work done on them, what do you suggest I do now?

Tuesday, May 11th, 2010
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i have a crown and a really bad tooth at the front of my mouth both have had work done on them they look awful and make me really self consious wat would you suggest i do ?,
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In thee cases I always look at… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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How do I get a payment scheme for braces?

Monday, April 12th, 2010
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Hello I am 26 and have a overbite, also my tooth next to the front ones has moved in towards my mouth. I had a brace when I was a child and several teeth taking out. But I lost my retainer after a few months. When I went back to my orthodontist to ask for a new one, she sent me away. I see my teeth moving slowly as the months past. I have become so depressed as people often comment on them. I no longer go to social events and even get dread going shopping or taking my child to school, and never stop to chat to people. I can not afford to pay thousands on getting my teeth straightened, as I am a single parent without the kind of income needed for braces. Also I do not have very good credit. Please how do I get a payment scheme when I can not even get a catalogue? Many thanks.,
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Unfortunately without the poss… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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Should I have the pure ceramic crown or the metal ceramic combination crown?

Monday, April 12th, 2010
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I want to go for Cosmetic surgery,but confused to make choice between metal ceramic combination crown and pure ceramic crown. Because cost is quiet high for pure ceramic crown. Can you please suggest the best option and why should I go for that option?,
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I would recommend Emax all cer… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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Denture implant failure…has it ever happened before?

Monday, April 12th, 2010
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I had two titanium implants to hold in a denture. the denture was removable I didnt relise that you could have them fixed. both of the implants failed and dropped out have you ever known this to happen I was absolutely devastated,
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Implants can fail – all this i… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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I have bad dental decay, what should I do?

Monday, April 12th, 2010
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Hi, I am looking for some answers. I am only in my early thirties and my mouth is full of dental decay. I am not even sure where I should start to get this corrected. The teeth that are decaying probably cant be saved, so I figure I will need dental implants. Can you suggest where I should start, I know it will be very expensive and I will probably only be able to do one tooth at a time. Thank you.,
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The first stage is to see a de… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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