Archive for the ‘Q. Cosmetic Dentistry’ Category

My teeth are badly stained by tetracycline, can I get veneers through the NHS?

Wednesday, June 30th, 2010
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Hi there, My teeth are badly stained by tetracycline, and have been since I was a child. This has affected my confidence for a very long time now. Would I be entitled to veneers on the NHS as this seems to be the only way to have anything resembling a white smile.,
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in a word no this is still a c… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Safeer Butt S3 Dental – Synergistic Smile Studios Clinics in Kent, Surrey & Sussex Web: www.s3dental.co.uk Tel: 020 8398 6322 View My Profile Dr Butt

I would like a smile makeover but don’t know where to start, please help!

Wednesday, June 30th, 2010
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Dear Dr. Rob, I am 21 years old and am actively looking for a smile makeover, but ofcourse dont know where to start. My Teeth: I have an overbite (my 2 front teeth stick out and i hate it.) also my teeth feel overcrowded and crooked. Sounds really bad when i write it out, but it does hurt my self esteem. Could you please kindly advise any options for me (besides visual braces, and treatments that take over 2 years), which will fix my problem. I hope This all made sense:) I look forward to hearing from you soon. Best regards,
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some orthodontic treatments ca… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Rob Tennet St Johns Dental Practice 18 Bennett’s Hill, Birmingham, B2 5QJ Web: www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk

I have a very pointy front tooth, what can I do about this?

Monday, June 28th, 2010
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I am 16 and am very paranoid about my teeth, i have a very pointy tooth and a squinty front tooth. i would love for my teeth to be straight as i feel i cannot even smile anymore and i am very self conscious. is there any way i could get this done free on the NHS?,
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You may be able to but find ou… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Andrew Moore Advance Dental Clinic 104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 08443 87 87 88 View My Profile Dr Moore

I have really sensitive back teeth, would lumineers help with this?

Monday, June 28th, 2010
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Hi there, I have had my 2 front teeth crowned as they discoloured after root canal treatment. The crowns have been great however discoloured at the start of the gum, a darker blackish colour. I was told later that this is the base of the crown – can anything be done about this? I want to have straighter front teeth, but don’t want to crown or veneer them, as I was told that the crowns I have are the last chance to save my front teeth, as if I lose these there would be little I could do about replacing them. Naturally, I’m apprehensive about getting anything else done, so would lumineers be a better option as they require little tooth preparation? Also, I have really sensitive back teeth, would lumineers help with this too? Thanks.,
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Hi Lumineers is out of the q… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Kalpesh Bohara The Dental Suite 27 Park Road, Loughborough, LE11 2ED Web: www.dental-suite.co.uk  Tel: 01509 231144 3 Rutland Street, Leicester City Centre, LE1 1RBTel: 0116 312 0054 View My Profile Dr Bohara

Do you offer Lip-repositioning surgery in your clinic?

Friday, June 25th, 2010
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Hi Dr Rob I was wondering do you offer Lip-repositioning surgery in your clinic? OR where else can I have it near by Birmingham 🙁 … I’m stock in finding someone to help… Thanks,
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Dr Rob Tennet St Johns Dental Practice 18 Bennett’s Hill, Birmingham, B2 5QJ Web: www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk

What can we do to get rid of the “snow capping” on my daughter’s teeth?

Thursday, June 24th, 2010
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My 20 years old daughter has great teeth in good condition but is concerned about “snow capping” – where her top 2 front teeth have a bright white markings compared to her normal tooth colouring. This is only noticeable in the morning ( and wears off during the day), it doesn’t occur if she sleeps with her orthrodontic retainer in (made 6 years ago). We think it is because she sleep with her mouth open! What can she do about this? Her dentist is loathe to recommed veneers or crowns because her teeth are so healthy. Any suggestions please?,
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It sounds like the teeth dryin… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Andrew Moore Advance Dental Clinic 104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 08443 87 87 88 View My Profile Dr Moore

Can you regrow tooth enamel?

Thursday, June 24th, 2010
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Hi Dr Patel, I don’t want to take up much of your time, as I have already done some research in this area. Having had bulimia for many years I’ve worn away some enamel and am very worried about the overall state if my teeth. It’s a very expensive solution I am aware of that. But would much prefer composite veneers if anything, as I do not want my teeth filed for porcelain veneers, I’ve heard terrible stories. I would never have that done. I have heard of something where they can regrow enamel by applying something to the tooth. Can you comment? Do you know anything about this? I am determined to try to find a fix. I had once ‘beautiful & perfect’ teeth, with many many comments on how nice they were from friends and also my dentists! Now I’m concious of them. It’s down to an injury and as a result I’ve been grinding my teeth out of frustration from not being able to exercise and chewing sweets and crunching things I know are bad for my teeth. I’ve lost a lot of bulk from the appearance of them. Need a bit of help and/or advice if poss…?,
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Dr Riten Patel The Mulberry 18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames Surrey, KT12 1HS Web: www.mulberrydental.co.uk Tel: 01932 223 479 View My Profile Dr Patel

Should I have teeth removal after being diagnosed with periodontal disease?

Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010
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Although I have a plaque free mouth, I have developed periodontal disease quite severely. I see the hygienist every three months, but I know that the disease has been spotted far too late and I have severe bone loss on at least 6 teeth. I am now at a cross road and although my dentist wants to continue with the three month hygiene regime, my quality of life is very poor, i.e great sensitivity, difficulty in eating and my mouth is permantly thobbing. I would like to loose the 4 molars which are causing me problems, together with one premolar and in incisive which although healthy do not have any bone to support them anymore. what are my options? and how much would it cost for 6 implants, bone and gum restoration? Also how can the denist not have spotted the severity of the problem as I always had 6 month check up previously? I am really upset that find myself in this situation as I have always taken care of my teeth, PS I am 43.,
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Dr Andrew Moore Advance Dental Clinic 104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 08443 87 87 88 View My Profile Dr Moore

Why will my implant treatment require two stages?

Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010
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Hi Rob, Im getting an inplant done for a missing top front tooth, my dentist wants to do a two stage procedure, Im wondering why its neccessary for a two stage, and why i cant have the permanent crown put on the implant after the first healing time of the gum.? Is this something to do with asthetics and the gum moulding around the temporary tooth? I wonder why the gum cant naturally heal around the final crown. Im due for the surgery on thurs so a reply pretty soon would be great, thanks.
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The gum heals quickly but bone… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Rob Tennet St Johns Dental Practice 18 Bennett’s Hill, Birmingham, B2 5QJ Web: www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk

What is the best cosmetic treatment for aging teeth?

Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010
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Dr Moore, I have always had an attractive smile with little cosmetic denistry except the relacement my old silver fillings with white ones. I am now 60 and my teeth are becoming more translucent, my fillings and caps are all different shades and stained and I am very unhappy with how my smile is changing. I have tried bleaching to little avail. What is the best cosmetic treatment for aging teeth. I feel removing my old caps, applying veeners and other options will destroy the integity of my teeth and, as I contiune to age, cosmetic treatments will look good initially but be worse in the long run. Your advice would be greatly appreciated.,
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If you already have crowns the… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Andrew Moore Advance Dental Clinic 104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 08443 87 87 88 View My Profile Dr Moore