Archive for the ‘Q. gums’ Category

I have 4 teeth that have corroded to the gum

Tuesday, October 28th, 2008
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Hi Dr Suri i need some advice i have 4 teeth that have corroded to the gum and the enamel is corroding on my front teeth, i have completley lost all confidence i cant smile and even my children are noticing my bad teeth i am even putting off getting married until my teeth are repaired. i have had alot of bad experiences with dentists and my fear of going has grown over the years i wondered if there is anything you could do and can i afford it thanks i look forward to your reply.

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Dr Komal Suri Smile Design Dental 33 High Street, Wendover, Buckinghamshire HP22 6DU Web: www.smiledesigndental.co.uk  Tel: 01932 223 479 View My Profile Dr Suri

I’ve been diagnosed with severe periodontal disease

Sunday, October 19th, 2008
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Hello Doctor. I have this problem. I’ve been diagnosed with severe periodontal disease 2 years ago. I did periodontal surgery 1 month ago and they pulled me out 12 teeth because they were damaged from the disease. I’m 27 years old. According to the doctors I’ve lost too much bone from the disease, maybe 40-50% in the lower jaw. Am I still a good candidate for implants?!Will the bone grafting be needed for my jawbone in order to get the implants done?! In case I decide to put implants after 3-4 years, will I be still a candidate for them? Thanks Also, I’m trying to decide which kind of partial dentures should I use, The flex partial, or the traditional metallic. Please help me make a decision: P.S. I have also a set of panoramic X-ray but i can’t post in this message for technical reasons. If you offer me your email address I will happily post it there. 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

I have gum disease and i only have 5 teeth left

Monday, October 6th, 2008
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I feel so embarrassed about my teeth, i’m only in my 40’s, and have about 5 teeth left. As i am a disabled person i found it impossible to get to a dentist, so now i have gum disease and very worried, because i am afraid there is nothing they can do. Please help

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

my gums keep bleeding in the same place every time

Monday, September 29th, 2008
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My gums keep bleeding in the same place every time i brush my teeth although i have always brushed and flossed twice a day could this be a start of gum desiese.

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

Have had a “knot” in my upper gum

Saturday, September 27th, 2008
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Have had a “knot” in my upper gum around tooth #2 and #3 for almost 2 years. Dentist said nothing to worry about. Now after reg. Dr. said to have CT scan of this “cyst” it was found to be an abscess at the root of an old root canal. This infection has been here for 2 years….could this explain chronic fatigue, and stomach conditions with this untreated infection in body? Also endodotist now says he can do apicoectomy, but I’m wondering if at this point if an extraction may be best. Why is it so important to “keep this tooth if at all possible” if I can always get a bridge or implant later? Please advise… sooo tired mom.

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

i had a swolen face and blurrred vision after my gums were numbed

Friday, September 26th, 2008
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I had to have two fillings in the hand side of my jaw. After having the injections to numb the area, my vision was distorted (seeing double). My face looked as if i had a stroke, and was considerably swollen. I have never experienced this before, is this normal reaction to having gums numbed for fillings. Afterwards i could not see properly for about 2.5 hrs.

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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

I AM AGED 60 AND I HAVE DEVELOPED SOME SLACK TEETH

Thursday, September 25th, 2008
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I AM AGED 60 AND I HAVE DEVELOPED SOME SLACK TEETH AT THE BOTTOM IN THE FRONT – I HAVE BEEN THINKING ABOUT HAVING LUMINEERS – WHAT CAN BE DONE FOR SLACK TEETH – I PRESUME IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO HAVE LUMINEERS ON TEETH THAT HAVE BECOME SLACK SO WHAT WOULD BE THE SOLUTION MANY THANKS

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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

i had a filling on my big tooth at the front today

Thursday, September 25th, 2008
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I had a filling on my big tooth at the front today near to my gum its so painfull i cant sleep and have already taken 8 nerofen 350 mill tabs and nothing i fly out on frid i need to no what to do

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

My gums are swolen and i am on Phenytoin for Epilepsy

Thursday, September 25th, 2008
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Good Evening, Being on medication for Epilepsy for years my teeth and gums are not in very good shape. I have had no seizures for 2 years and i am currently still taking Phenytoin 100mg once a day. My gums are inflammed, teeth pushed forward which can sometimes hurt when brushing. I understand the medication has done this, and know i am at an age and in a professional position i would like to know if i can improve my smile and boost my confidence more. Is there any advice you can share with me? I am also not a very comfortable person when it comes to dentistry too. Many 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

my teeth are so bad i cant bite food

Wednesday, September 24th, 2008
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I have 4 main teeth that are so bad i cant bite in to food any more so my question what is the best way to fix this problem and how much will it cost

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