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Is there any way I can have my teeth straightened without the use of braces?

Thursday, December 6th, 2012
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Hi Doctor Shaffie. Can you help? One of my teeth next to my right tooth is pushed back and the one next to it is higher and is pushed forward, what would i need to do to get a straight smile without having to have repetitive treatments? and how much will it cost?

this has been a problem for many years and need help but i do not want to have braces because as my teeth come out straight after time one of them is of coloured so they would look horrible. The issues are causing me to feel extremely self conscious and i need something doing about it right away. 

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Dr Hussein Shaffie The Sandford Dental Implant and Cosmetic Centre 306 Broadway, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 8AA Web: www.thesandford.com Tel: 02083037051 Email: [email protected] View My Profile Dr Shaffie

Is there a way my teeth can be fixed within six months?

Wednesday, December 5th, 2012
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Hey Dr Moore. I have a few problems with my teeth that need fixing as soon as possible. I have two front canine teeth that are like fangs, they are based more forward and higher up than all my other teeth. I also have crooked teeth on the front at the bottom. To be honest i have never really looked after my teeth and have 5 fillings already. I just wanted to know if there is a way to straighten them mainly the top two and if so can it be done in 6 months? I don’t like the dentist which is why i never go and i know for a fact my teeth need a good sorting out.

I look forward to hearing from you and hearing if this is something that can get sorted or if I have to just deal with my smile putting all my photos of me to shame!

thank you for your time.

regards,

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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

As I’m a student I can’t afford to pay for the dental treatment I need, what should I do?

Wednesday, December 5th, 2012
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Hello, I have been interested in getting dental treatment for some time.

A tooth at the front is slightly brought forward in comparison to the other one, and there is a slight gap, I have researched and visited several dentists about this whom have advised me, however as I am a student all of these costs are out of my reach.

Could you please provide me with your advice in regards to this matter as I would like to deal with this issue now rather than later.

I look forward to hearing from you

Sam

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Dr Hussein Shaffie The Sandford Dental Implant and Cosmetic Centre 306 Broadway, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 8AA Web: www.thesandford.com Tel: 02083037051 Email: [email protected] View My Profile Dr Shaffie

Are clear braces definitely unnoticeable?

Wednesday, December 5th, 2012
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Hi there, i am getting braces very shortly. According to my mum she said that he said they will not be noticeable? is this clear braces i only have 3-4 teeth max to correct.

I am a bit confused as you may be aware i am 17 and quite scared to be honest i must admit i just need some clear basic advice from a professional 🙂

Many thanks for your answers i appreciate everyones contribution!

I have heard they at at least £3000 clear ones but why so much money… My dentist said i will have a 6 month treatment to 8 month treatment which is good i guess a good sign indeed… but i have also heard if you have a fixed brace you get clear ones free or something? ( i may be wrong there i dont know for 100% sure!

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Dr Hussein Shaffie The Sandford Dental Implant and Cosmetic Centre 306 Broadway, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 8AA Web: www.thesandford.com Tel: 02083037051 Email: [email protected] View My Profile Dr Shaffie

What’s the best method for closing a large gap between two front teeth?

Wednesday, December 5th, 2012
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Hiya Dr Moore I was wondering if you could help me with a problem? Here it is: my teeth are fairly straight but I have quite a big gap between my two front teeth which is making me very self conscious and I am wondering what procedure would be best to close this gap up I have been meaning to look into this for a while now and don’t have any ideas of what you could do, if you could let me know what would be best to do it would be great as i don’t know how to go about getting treated etc. I’m looking for something that can be done quickly as it’s really getting me down now and I’m fed of horrid remarks. Thank you very much for your time. 

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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

I’m looking for braces that won’t affect my appearance, what would you suggest?

Wednesday, December 5th, 2012
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Hello,
I am desperate to get braces, however, I only have two teeth out of place but they have a big effect on my smile as they are at the front. They are the two teeth next to my two front big teeth, the problem is they are slightly further back causing my canines to look like fangs. My bottom teeth aren’t crooked. I was wondering if the treatment would be a shorter amount of time as there isn’t much to move and what type of brace would be best for me? I am a teenager and would want the shortest amount of time and least changing to my appearance :-)I am still in school and don’t want anything too noticeable. Many thanks for you help.

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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

What is the best brace used to treat crooked bottom teeth and overlapping front teeth?

Wednesday, December 5th, 2012
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Hello, I have a problem with my teeth; they are very crooked on the bottom and the front two teeth overlap and one sticks right out, which gives the front 4 teeth the in/ out effect and this is due to only one front tooth falling out as a child and not giving enough room for the other to grow. I am wondering what the best treatment available is and what would be involved as well as an estimate cost, how long am i likely to wear braces? thank you for your time. 

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Dr Hussein Shaffie The Sandford Dental Implant and Cosmetic Centre 306 Broadway, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 8AA Web: www.thesandford.com Tel: 02083037051 Email: [email protected] View My Profile Dr Shaffie

Will I be able to get orthodontic braces if my gums are not one hundred per cent healthy?

Monday, December 3rd, 2012
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Hello I’ve been seeing a cosmetic dentist for nine months now for my dental health. My gums were in a bad condition so I needed them scaling and polishing, I have had 6 visits for scaling and there has been a lot of improvement in my gums. but they are a little red still.i been loooking online for answers . my dentist keeps changing his mind about if i will be able to have braces or not.. should i get a second opinion ?will i ever be able to have braces if gums are still not 100%or what other options would i have to change appearance of protruding uneven teeth.

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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

Is there any way I can get braces and dental implants on the NHS?

Monday, December 3rd, 2012
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I have TMJ and this is caused by a crossbite. I have been to a dentist in America but I am currently moving back to the UK and I am a citizen. Would I be able to get orthodontic braces on the NHS to correct the crossbite? Also I have my back two or three molars missing and it causes me to have to chew on the side where the TMJ is the worst. I do have TMJ on both sides. It has gotten to the point my jaw locks from time to time. I was also told it will cause my bottom teeth to start to shift upward at some point. I will need a bone graft due to lack of bone. Could I get that done on the NHS as well? The dental implants are not for cosmetic purposes but is causing me pain on the other side from the constent chewing on that side.

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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

There is no improvement in my teeth after undergoing Clearstep for 3 years, what should I do?

Thursday, November 22nd, 2012
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Hi, I have spent 3 years undertaking the clearstep treatment. after 2 years I had 1 upper and 2 lower sectional braces fitted the price was £8475. I had a moderate upper and severe lower. Question,1. is a general practinoner dentist qualified to carry out orthodontic treatments, ie fixed braces,2. have i paid to much for this treatment. 3. there is no improvement in my teeth, what should I do, can I get my money back.

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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