Archive for the ‘Dr Glaister’s Answers’ Category

Should I have discoloured tooth replaced?

Friday, January 22nd, 2010
Q.
hi dr glaister about 2 years ago i had root canal on my two front teeth, and 1 has gone an off colour. what is my best option to replace my tooth, which is permanant aswell? many thanks,
A.
There may be no need to replac… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

Can I get veneers on NHS?

Friday, January 22nd, 2010
Q.
hi, i have seen an answer posted by you to a question by someone who says they have too long front upper teeth.u suggested a minimally invasive procedure of recontouring before veneers.i have the exact problem , though its worse as its both my upper fron teeth and my (lower and upper) canines.do you suggest the same solution?can you do this procedure?i am a student, so can you also please give me NHS treatment for this?,
A.
You would have to consult a de… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

Can naturally discoloured teeth be whitened?

Thursday, January 21st, 2010
Q.
Hi, My teeth are naturally quite discoloured. I remember when my adult incisors came, it only took about three months for them to emerge and they were exactly the same off-white as the other teeth. if my teeth are naturally yellower, can they be whitened? what is the most effective method? i am only returning to the UK briefly this christmas – is it safe to have this procedure done without consulting my regular dentist? many thanks.,
A.
Teeth whitening works differen… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

Can I achieve a nice smile as I have gum disease?

Thursday, January 21st, 2010
Q.
I am a 39 years old and have been so unhappy with my teeth for many years, and lack confidence with my smile. I do not have any fillings however, i do suffer from gum disease where i have receding bone on my teeths. I would love to have a georgous smile where my teeth are levelled and white. I have researched Vaneers and straying more towards Lumineers…What do you think? Is there any hope for me? IS it expensive to do? I feel I am quite elegant and love dressing up but as soon as i smile i feel weak.,
A.
Lumineers and Veneers are suit… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

How does dental finance work?

Thursday, January 21st, 2010
Q.
Hi Hope you can help, I have always hated my teeth & smile and would love veeners or lumineers i have heard that you can pay for this on finance?? how does this work?? i think i would need my front 4 or maybe 6 teeth worked on, How much do you think this may cost?? Thank you,
A.
Hi,I personally do not believe… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

Can I cover damaged teeth during braces treatment?

Thursday, January 21st, 2010
Q.
Can I cover permanent damaged due to poor oral hygiene throughout the brace treatment? I have had my braces for four and half years. Help!,
A.
This depends on the extend of … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

What can be done for loose implants?

Thursday, January 21st, 2010
Q.
Hello, My wife has had two implants fitted in the last five months and both of them are comming loose to the point of coming out, could you give me some advice on what action I should take regarding this. Thanks.,
A.
Your wife should go back to th… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

What can be done for two front teeth that are too long?

Thursday, January 21st, 2010
Q.
Good day sir/ma, Am hereby to ask about my two front teeth,that is long and what can i do to make them short or normal size for feted. Am waiting for your reply. Thanks,
A.
This depends on the structure … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

Can I receive treatment as part of training for staff?

Thursday, January 21st, 2010
Q.
Is there anyway that I could be used to train staff as I could never afford the treatment I need. I have been wearing a denture for 25yrs and have lost all confidence in myself due to the embarressment of this. I am even too embarressed to go to a dentist now because the last dentist that made me a denture made me feel like a horse,
A.
It may be worth contacting the… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

Is it normal for there to be pain after getting crowns?

Thursday, January 21st, 2010
Q.
I recently had two crowns put on my back molars. Since have had pain when biting down. Is this normal …they were put on tuesday and it is Sunday,
A.
This is not normal, depending … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister