Archive for the ‘Q. Orthodontics’ Category

I have been told braces cannot be fitted unless I have some of my bottom teeth shaved. Is he right to do this?

Friday, October 15th, 2010
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I have been referred to the dental hospital for braces on the NHS. I am 37 and I have had periodontal problems and as such my teeth have moved making them crooked. I saw a private dentist who said he cannot fit braces unless I have some shaved off my bottom set thus stopping the top set catching and moving. He said the top set (where I am having a brace ) is unstable. Is he right or will the dental hospital still go ahead and fit braces even of my teeth move ! Also if I offered to pay a part of my treatment would I be able to offer to pay towards a clear brace or one that’s not a fixed one ? Or do I have to have metal ones. are they the only ones I can have or can put some money towards other types. sorry I know there is a lot of questions there.,
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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 was told that I cannot get braces on NHS. I am 16 and really want them. Can you give me some advice?

Thursday, October 14th, 2010
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hello, i am just wanting to ask a few questions. i’m 16 year old and i am looking at possibly being able to get a brace. i have been to my local dentist to see what they suggest i do, but they said to me my teeth are not seviour enough to be able to get a brace on the NHS so i am looking at paying for one as i am not happy with the way my teeth are at the minute. i was just wondering if theres anyway you could give me a little advice please?,
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If you can not get NHs orthodo… (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 possible to have a wire behind top front teeth to stop teeth moving?

Thursday, October 14th, 2010
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Ive had braces 8 years ago and my top teeth have never stopped moving, is a wire behind my front teeth an option as i have one on my bottom teech that works great.,
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I agree, a fixed retainer can … (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

Some of the things listed for six month smiles I have. Can you recommend a provider?

Tuesday, October 12th, 2010
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i was wondering wether i could get someone to have a look at my teeth as some of the things listed for the 6 month braces i have. i live in peterborough and wondered who i could go to get them checked out. thankyou,
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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

After wearing braces my retainer did not hold my teeth in place. Can veneers fix inward front teeth?

Tuesday, October 12th, 2010
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Hi, I had braces for 2 years and got them off 2 years ago but my retainer never stopped them moving. One of my front Two teeth has moved inwards. Is there any chance vineers would work on me?,
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Yes they might although you co… (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 I get treatment for overlapping teeth, many of which have holes, on the NHS?

Tuesday, October 12th, 2010
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Hi, am 27 year old and i have very bad teeth, i have teeth over lapping and many holes, i was wondering if i could get a brace or cosmetic work on the NHS,as i am i get carer allowance and income support and i cant really afford it and its putting me down thanks,
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The NHS is not able to fund co… (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 am in my 40s and worried teeth will become loose if I have braces. Can you advise?

Monday, October 11th, 2010
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im a 43 years old, i would like to know if there is any problem to have brases in my age, and there is any side effect after removing the brases, as i heard that the tooth will become lose. appreciated. thanks you,
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You are still ok to have brace… (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

Orthodontics didn’t fix jaw so would I be able to see you for a consultation to get it sorted?

Monday, October 11th, 2010
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Hi I had orthodontic treatment from when I was about 12. I had fixed braces on which I had elastics to pull my lower jaw backwards. I also had to wear a chin-strap at night for the same reason. I’m 18 now and I don’t think the treatment has fully worked. My chin seems still a bit far forward and my front teeth don’t touch when closed. Would it be possible to book a consultation with you? ,
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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 considering lingual braces but can you tell me if they will interfere with oral sex?

Monday, October 11th, 2010
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Dear Dr. Patel, I am a 30 years old woman, lately considering to wear Lingual braces (Internal). In fact i am getting married in 6 months, and i have some hesitations regarding the braces. I have an embarrasing questionto ask you, and i hope you can guide me to the right type of braces; do lingual braces interfere with oral sex? If yes, what other types of braces do not? Thank you,
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Invisalign is the least invasi… (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

What would it cost to treat crooked enamel word teeth?

Monday, October 11th, 2010
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Im in my late 20s and dislike my top front teeth, they are a little crooked (look square rather than rounded to the curve of my mouth) and due to decay when I was younger, have patches with no enamel. What kind of costs would be involved to fix them?,
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Your options to straighten the… (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