Archive for the ‘Dr Tennet’s Answers’ Category

Violent marriage left me with broken teeth

Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008
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Hi rob. can you please advice me on what to do .I had a very nasty violent marriage many years ago and i ended up with a few teeth missing i was to embarrissed to go to a dentist and now i have a fear of them , i have 4 teeth on a plate and a few gaps and 2 broken teeth i would love to have a complete mouthful of teeth again but not on a plate, but i would also need sedation and i dont know where to go for thids or what sort of costing and if it is possible to have this done, please advice me or help me i am 41 and feel awful about me and need to feel good again. thankyou

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Without a clinical exam I coul… (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

where should the gum be cut for 6 implants

Friday, July 18th, 2008
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Considering Implantsfor 6 front teeth.Have been given conflicting information regarding the placement if the incision in the gum. Is it better to have the scarring under the implants and bridges, or on the area above the teeth,(between teeth and nose)?Thought it may be uncomfortable to have bridges resting on scar tissue. Many thanks

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The decision on where to place… (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

is there a problem with teeth whitening at 20 to remove stains

Friday, July 18th, 2008
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Hi, I am 20 years old and am considering getting my teeth whitened. Is there any problem with my age? I have been reading that it is generally older people that get it done to remove stains etc, but then you see celebrities getting it done that are my age! Is there any problem in getting it done or any concerns, as i would much rather go through my life with white teeth than getting it done later on!! Thanks

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The limiting factor is senstiv… (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 had root canal treatment around 15 yrs ago on my

Friday, July 18th, 2008
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Hello, I had root canal treatment around 15 yrs ago on my front tooth and had a veneer fitted. In the past 3 or 4 years I have had a number of veneers and they either fall off or crack. I had one fitted 2 weeks ago and within days 2 large cracks appeared. My dentist is on holiday, so I consulted another dentist who advised that my current veneer is too big, too thick and the wrong colour. He suspects my dentist has removed too much enamel from the tooth and this is why I am having all the problems as the veneer is unable to bond with the tooth. He now suggests a crown. I have been avoiding this as I am concerned that it will look false and if my gums receed that the crown will look bad. Is there any alternative or can a veneer be fitted if too much enamel is removed? 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

How much will it cost me for new dentures

Monday, July 14th, 2008
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I have six of my own teeth on bottom full set of dentures on top would like to renew top set how much will it cost

 

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The cost will vary widely. The… (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

Should I take all my teeth out and replace them with false teeth

Monday, July 14th, 2008
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My teeth are badly broken and damaged, one crown at front has fallen out and i am scared of dentist, should i have them all taken out and replaced with false teeth

 

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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 am a medical nurse RGN can I give botox

Sunday, July 13th, 2008
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I am a RGN and interested in undertaking course in cosmetic treatments. I do understand that the NMC/RCN are not favourable of b.toxin type A due to the nature of remote prescribing. However, who is the governing body of the people running the course ie: Doctors. And, is it only malpactice insurance that covers the nurse regardless?

 

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My understanding is that it is… (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 want to remove the white fluoride stains from my teeth

Thursday, July 10th, 2008
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Are you able to remove flouride stains form teeth. It’s mild but slight discolouration is visible.

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There is a technique of select… (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 want a nice smile but my front teeth are not straight due to sucking a dummy

Wednesday, July 9th, 2008
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My front teeth are not straight, one goes slightly back and the other forward with a gap..i think they may be impacted because i had a dummy too long as a child…what could be done to straighten them. im 28 now and although i have a fear of the dentist i really want a nice smile! please help?

 

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You have 2 main choices to cha… (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 no longer smile due to a dead tooth which is discoloured

Wednesday, July 9th, 2008
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I have a dead tooth, left front, if your looking straight at me, and it is now very discoloured, I am looking for advise to rectify the problem, as I no longer smile, as it is so discoloured. My dentist has advised it is very lucky to be there, it was knocked out about 15 years ago, and is held in with wire, but is really only just hanging in there. Please can you let me know what may be a suitable option?

 

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On first reading it does sound… (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