Archive for the ‘Q. Dental crowns’ Category

I have an infected tooth which I feel needs to be removed, what are my options after extraction?

Saturday, December 4th, 2010
Q.

I have an infected root under a post and crown. The second set of antibiotics have helped but I am
Sure the infection remains as still jaw pain and slight swelling the course finishes in 4 days time. I understand a bridge or implant is the last options after extraction? I am
Unsure which way to go? I have a crown
Next to infected tooth and could this be used to do
Bridge? Or do I compromise tooth behind? With implants can I get any help as a student? I an really confused? Don’t want to leave a gap due to
Being unsightly! Are these my only options apart from a
Denture? Thanks

A.
Yes these are your only option… (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

How long does a temporary crown usually last for?

Saturday, December 4th, 2010
Q.

how long can a temporary crown lasted for and ones a crown is put on can it br removed and changed if it doesn’t look right?

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A temporary crown if made well… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Kailesh Solanki Kissdental – UK Practice of the Year 2007 157 Woodsend Road, Flixton, Manchester, M41 8GN.2 New Street, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2QS. 13 Stanley Street, Manchester, M8 8SH. Web: www.kissdental.co.uk Tel: 0161 748 5250 View My Profile Dr Solanki

Can I have a dental implant to replace my broken crown?

Saturday, December 4th, 2010
Q.

Hi My crown in the front of my mouth has broken taking the stump with it, Is it possible to get a implant done on this space andd if yes what is the minimum cost

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An implant would be the best c… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

Is it at all possible to have teeth whitened if you have a crown?

Friday, December 3rd, 2010
Q.

My question is on behalf of my wife for whom I would like to arrange teeth whitening for her birthday in May.

The problem is that she has a crown on one of her front teeth that has been there for over thirty years.

We have been advised by our own dentist that she would be unable to have her teeth whitened because of the crown.

Can you please advise if this is the case, or is there any dental technique that can overcome this problem?

A.
Your Dentist is right. Whiteni… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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 metal stem that has fallen out of my crown and can I have them both re cemented temporarily?

Thursday, December 2nd, 2010
Q.

My upper molar crown fell out , and a few seconds later a metal stem fell out. What caused the stem to come out and Can I re cement them both temporarily?

A.
You had a post in your tooth. … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD View My Profile Dr Caplan

Is there an age limit for dental treatment to repair rapidly deteriorating teeth?

Thursday, December 2nd, 2010
Q.

Is there an age limit ? I am 70 and my top front teeth have rapidly deteriorated in the past two years. Having lost my top rear teeth both sides — the front teeth have worn razor sharp and chipped, particularly the top. Hope you can help me.

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Treatment may involve some typ… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD View My Profile Dr Caplan

What treatment options are avaible for teeth that do not show when I smile?

Thursday, December 2nd, 2010
Q.

when i smile/laugh with my mouth open my teeth are not visible. is it possible to have my teeth brought forward so when i smile they can be seen, if so what treatment would you advise?

A.
Dear Enquirer,
When you smile,… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Sunita Verma Sparkle Dental Boutique 311 Boston Road, Hanwell, London, W7 2AT Web: www.sparkledentalboutique.co.uk Tel: 020 8567 4344 View My Profile Dr Verma

How much does it cost to have a crown and a denture fitted?

Thursday, December 2nd, 2010
Q.

Hi, I’m wondering how much cost for me, to have a crown on tooth # 47 with fitting of denture? Thank you!

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In the region of £900 for the… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD View My Profile Dr Caplan

Is tooth extraction my only option if my tooth is infected after a filling has come out?

Thursday, December 2nd, 2010
Q.

Hi, I am hoping you can help me. Approximately 7 years ago I had root canal treatment on one of my bottom molars and this was then filled up, a crown was never advised. At the weekend, the filling has come up and I have been in pain. I have had an xray today and it shows that I have an infection which I have antibiotics for and the dentist is suggesting I have the tooth pulled out rather than a crown. Is there no way the tooth can be saved?

A.
If the tooth has an infection … (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

What types of crowns and fillings are available on the NHS?

Thursday, December 2nd, 2010
Q.

hello i wonder if you can help me what crowns can i have on the nhs and what colour filling near the front .

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You will need to contact an NH… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD View My Profile Dr Caplan