Archive for the ‘Dr Patel’s Answers’ Category

Can you tell me the benefits of the UDA system for NHS dentists?

Monday, October 25th, 2010
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Hi Dr Patel I have applied for dentistry at university and I have an interview in a few weeks, I am interested to know what the benefits are of the UDA system for NHS dentists? Thanks for your time,

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

Would I be able to get the NHS to pay half on bridge implants and I pay the other half?

Friday, October 22nd, 2010
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I start a full mouth restauration a year ago.I had all the extraction done on upper and lower jaw ,been healed already with four teeths on upper jaw who require crowns and for teeths on lower jaw who are good.I manage to have 6 implants on my upper jaw but unfortunatly the circumstances change so I get stuck in the midle with an inapropiate temporary bridge on upper jaw and nothing on the lower jaw and I m on incapacity benefit right now and have HC2 certificate as well.What i wanna know if is possible to have at least upper jaw fixed on NHS with bridge on implants taking in consideration i will need 6 abutments as well .I know they are not suported by Nhs,but i would like to know an idea about how much it will cost me .I cant have any finance because of a bad credit but I can’t aford to pay some money montly.It is possible to get cover the amount from NHS and pay some as well?,

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

How long after root canal should I get crown treatment?

Friday, October 22nd, 2010
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I’ve had root canal on my upper L6. How long does this keep for before I need to go for crown treatments? I’m worried because my dentist explained the tooth is now very fragile, and I’m due to go away for a couple of months. Thanks,

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 crown will look the best for teeth that root canal failed on and are now discoloured?

Thursday, October 21st, 2010
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Hi there…my front two teeth are discoloured, as both have been root filled, and one snapped in half.I have veneers on at moment, but can stil see the tooth underneath, and the discolouration.Im getting crowns but want advice on what crown will look the best? My dentist said nhs crowns are not as good, and to go private, is this true? Do you advice a post, or a bridge with the nerves being dead? Please advice as it has really knocked my confidencde, thankyou, nicola,

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

Can gap between veneers on front teeth be improved?

Wednesday, October 20th, 2010
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I have veneers on my two front teeth but i have a gap betweem them can this be inproved, i think i will need three teeth ar the front if so how much.,

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 cheap treatment could I get for crooked, chipped and discoloured teeth?

Tuesday, October 19th, 2010
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I don’t know what to do and it’s making me depressed. I’m 25 and have crooked, chipped, and discoloured teeth. My bottom set are fine apart from the front 4 teeth which are clearly overcrowded and crooked, they all four are also chipped because of an accident, but the dentist said there was nothing he could do about that. My top set is fine apart from one of the front two teeth over-lapping the other slightly, which I’m also concious about and also one of them is chipped too. I’ve given up smoking because of the effect it had on colour, I brush twice daily. Also I have a tooth at the top in the middle that has decayed and crumbled away and which I KNOW I should have out because it’s been like that for years. It’s just getting me down and every solution I see seems to costs thousands. I wish I could have an accident so all my teeth fall out and i’d have to have it all reconstructed and nice. That sounds a bit dramatic but its the way I feel. I never smile. Have you any advice on cheap treatments? or anything.. anything at all? Many thanks,

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

I have tooth gaps at my front upper teeth. What treatment would be best?

Tuesday, October 19th, 2010
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Hi Dr.Patel, I just want to know I have a GAPs between upper teeth ,specialy front between four teeth. my ques.is which treatment i should go and which will be cost just guess idea pls.. thanz,,

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 there any medication that can be used to treat periodontitis/gingivitis?

Friday, October 15th, 2010
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Hi doc. I would like to ask if theres a medication (intake) for periodontitis/ gingivitis. My dentist advised me to use Pyodontyl toothpaste and mouthwash, salt therapy and using ortho toothbrush. thank you!,

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

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?,

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.,

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