Archive for the ‘Dr Tennet’s Answers’ Category

How much will it cost to have a bridge or implant for my front tooth?

Tuesday, January 4th, 2011
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HI THERE ONE OF MY FRONT TOOTH IS A CROWN WHICH BECAME LOOSE & I HAVE DAMAGED THE ROOT CANAL THE DENTIST I GO TO TOLD ME I NEED A BRIDGE OR A IMPLANT COZ THAT TOOTH NOT GONNA STICK FOR LONG ITS MOVING AGAIN JUST WANTED TO FIND OUT THE COST HOW MUCH ITS GONNA COST ME.


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

How long will it take my teeth to tighten up after scale and polish to fix gum pocket?

Wednesday, December 22nd, 2010
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hi doctor,i wrote to you recently to say about a pocket that i had in my gums and that it was making my front 2 teeth slightly loose.you said that i should have a scale and polish and that is what i have done.she gave my teeth a good clean and said that my teeth should tighten up now.but they havent and its been just over a week since i saw her.i am still using corsodyl mouthwash and tooth paste and am also flossing.could you tell me if my teeth will tighten up now that i have had them done.if they do will they take long to tighten up.also is there anything else i can do to help my teeth heal.also i have to wear a gum shield as grind my teeth but am scared to use it as where it is tight on my front teeth im scared that when i take it off,my teeth will come out or loosen up even more.please help.many thanks


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

What would I expect to pay to have my front sex teeth crowned?

Tuesday, December 21st, 2010
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excuse me i need my front six teeth crowning ,the cheapest possible way how much would i expect to pay thank you


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

Would I be able to get a gold tooth at the dentist? What are the chances?

Tuesday, December 14th, 2010
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hi if i was to go to a dentist privat and ask for a gold tooth would they do it? or whats the chace? cheers


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

What treatment option would you suggest to help stabilize a loose tooth?

Wednesday, December 8th, 2010
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i have been to my dentist and she said that i had a slight pocket in my gum which was causing my 2 front teeth to be slightly loose.when i went back to her,i told her that my teeth had become slightly more loose but only slightly.i raised my issues that i didn’t want to lose my tooth but she didn’t suggest anything to help save my teeth.she has referred me to a hygienist to have clean and scrap but i would like to know why she hasn’t suggested anything or done anything to help me.would you be able to suggest anything to help strengthen my teeth.also i have heard about getting you teeth splinted to help stregnthen them and keep them stable.can you tell me a bit about it and is available on the nhs.many thanks


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

What causes severe pain and swelling following a wisdom tooth extraction?

Wednesday, December 8th, 2010
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Hello Doctor,

Please help me. I had two lower wisdom teeth extracted on Friday 19th of Nov. Surgery went well under general anesthesia.

Bleeding stopped second day and a severe pain started on third or fourth day. Swelling was really bad especially on the left side which has now gone down.

I still have persistent sharp excruciating pain on the left side, it runs through the jaw and merges into the chin., i can feel a vibration in my temple and its really bad.

I went to hospital for a check up today at Eastman Dental, the dentist said it ‘could’ be an infection, she eliminated possibility of dry socket as she said that would not respond to pain killers, I am taking 2 mandanol 500 g to relieve pain.it gets better for a few hours.

She did not take any xrays and said because i could feel pain when she ‘poked’ at the site it was a good sign.

I have been prescribed Amoxicillin 500 mg for five days,

I am still worried as i have to teach in college and i can barely talk longer than five minutes, i have been off work for ten days now so this whole thing is really affecting me pretty badly.

DO you think i could still have a dry socket, and are these pains due to infection? I was given antibiotics at the start for five days, how did infection still develop, i have been keeping the site clean.

Please help, all i need to know if the diagnosis was alright or should I worry, I am due to travel in a few days.


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

What treatments are available for teeth that have been worn down through teeth grinding?

Wednesday, December 8th, 2010
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in the past i had problem with teeth grinding. this has worn my teeth right down . the question i wanted to ask you is .what is the treatments you can offer me and roughly what cost . thank you


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

Could you provide some advice on the types of crowns available?

Thursday, November 25th, 2010
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hello, i was wondering if you could advice me a type of crown, i had a crown previously but always had problems….i am in Italy but i used to live in England ( sheffield) ….also the price please
regards


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

How much does root canal treatment cost and are there any sedation options availale?

Wednesday, November 24th, 2010
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hi, roughly how much is it for root canal treatment on 1/2 teeth? a previous dentist I had, drilled so far into my tooth he nicked the nerve with the drill,and the tooth has just gradually gotten darker over time. it now hurts and i know i have to get it seen to, but i am absolutely petrified! also is there a sedation option available?
any help would be appreciated!


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

Are white fillings suitable or recommended for large fillings?

Wednesday, November 24th, 2010
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Hi,
I would like to have my amalgam fillings removed for the newer type ones. I have 3, 1 of them is small one is large in the center of the tooth and one is very large taking up most of the tooth. The two large ones are also maun chewing teeth. Are the newer white fillings strong enough for such a big hole or would I need to have teeth removed?
Also how can I be sure that the dentist I choose removes them in a safe manner?


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