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Is brushing the teeth after vomiting harmful?

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Q.
I had a person on an ed website ask if brushing your teeth after purging (vomiting) is harmfull to your teeth. Is it or is that a myth?

A.
Yes it is harmful to your teet… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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Can we get the brace fitted in the NHS?

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Q.
My daughter is 14 and we have recently had a quote for a brace which came to £35oo, since then my husband is no longer employed, can we get the brace fitted on the NHS ? what is the criteria ? thanks

A.
I do not work for the NHS so i… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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I hv infection How long I m not supposed to eat?

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Q.
Hi i had a root canal a week ago and my dentist found 3 out the 4 nerves had died? 4 days after the root canal it started to really hurt (like under the tooth)i went back on day 7 he said it was mildly infected and he put me on amoxicllin. he said i should still come back the next day for the cerec which i did. my tooth is really sore. my question is how long providing the infection goes should i expect to eat on it because at the moment a bannana is even out of the question. many thanks

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They may be a number of reason… (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

I m 20 Will I be missing two teeth as they hv turned black?

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Q.
Yesterday my two front lower teeth moved and when i got home i notice their where turning black from the bottom and is soo weird because my teeth are healthy soo my question is am i going to be a 20 year girl missing two teeth?:(

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It may be that you have hit th… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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Can I hv braces though I hv few crowns Plz advice

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Q.
I am 40 years old and have been unhappy with my teeth as long as I can remember, I try having a conversation while covering my mouth with my hand as I am so consicious of my crooked teeth. I would be interested in invisalign braces but I have afew crowns at the back and wondered would this allow for these braces. I would also like an estimate of how much it costs. Although both my top and bottom teeth are crowded, I am more consicious of my top as my two front teeth overlap slightly. Thank you.

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 You can certainly have b… (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 are my options whether a brace or a veneer Plz advice

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Q.
Hi, i have been searching the net trying to find some info for my problem and hope you can help me. I have one like fang tooth it is positioned higher than my other teeth but only comes down half as far. I was wondering what were my options a brace?? A veneer but then my tooth would still be up too high? Help!

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It sound to me… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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Can I hv implants for my mum Plz advice

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Q.
Hi there thanks for your answer as you have mentioned that my mum might have this chronic periodontal disease do you think not having the bone which hold the teeth can have another elternative, did you had any cases with this problem.cause i want her to have implants which can bee good for her. i need some advice thak you

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I recommend you book an appoin… (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

I hv sores in my gums Plz help

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Q.
I am 52 years & recentley my teeth have cracked, my gums are so sore & i can not remove the plaque from my teeth. After brushing it is unbearable to use a mouthwash because it feels like it burns. Certain foods makes my gums sore too! Please can you help me.

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You need to see a dentist an a… (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 much is the cost for metal cosmetic braces?

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Q.
Hello, I want to now how much is cost the metal Cosmetic Braces ? I need only for one part of my teeth (up).please let me know. Thank you

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I would estimate from £3… (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 hv denture fitted Plz advice

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Q.
I have had a partial denture for 20years but my upper teeth have got progressivly worse, my left central incisor has twisted and has receeded the gum quite considerably and is very loose,and has left a large gap between the other central incisor, the next 3 teeth on left upper are missing, the final 3 molars have gum recession also and dont look good. The right central incisor is chipped with slight gum recession, the lateral and canine on the upper right seem to be slightly longer and have slight gum recession, the next 2 molar seem ok, mising the 1st molar and 2nd molar seems ok. Also my teeth do have gaps Would it be better to just have them all pulled and a denture fitted as about half are already missing or need to be pulled. . I am 40yo, your suggestions please.

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It would be impossible to advi… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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