Archive for the ‘Dr Butt’s Answers’ Category

can teeth be whitened successfully after a root canal

Wednesday, December 17th, 2008
Q.
Is it possible to have teeth whitened successfully that have had a root canal? I have a front tooth and my left canine that have become discolored because of the root canals and it is really starting to inhibit my smiling. Thank you.

A.
Hi,it will definately improve … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Safeer Butt S3 Dental – Synergistic Smile Studios Clinics in Kent, Surrey & Sussex Web: www.s3dental.co.uk Tel: 020 8398 6322 View My Profile Dr Butt

I passed out flat on my face and damage my crown

Tuesday, December 16th, 2008
Q.
I passed out flat on my face and damage my crown. My dentist said the crown is cracked/broken and i would need it removed and replace with a denture. I really dont want this to happen. is there anything else that can be done. many thanks

A.
If the crown is fractured and … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Safeer Butt S3 Dental – Synergistic Smile Studios Clinics in Kent, Surrey & Sussex Web: www.s3dental.co.uk Tel: 020 8398 6322 View My Profile Dr Butt

does composite bonding ruin your enamel forever

Monday, December 15th, 2008
Q.
I want to thank you for answering my question so quickly..however when you said tooth bonding is reversible..did you mean that I could go back to my natural teeth? I heard that the acid solution they paint on your teeth before they apply the composite bonding ruins your enamel forever…and you could never go back. Is this true? Please tell me it’s not true!

A.
Hi the acid solution is milder… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Safeer Butt S3 Dental – Synergistic Smile Studios Clinics in Kent, Surrey & Sussex Web: www.s3dental.co.uk Tel: 020 8398 6322 View My Profile Dr Butt

i wana apply in BDS but i am very very poor pls advise

Friday, December 12th, 2008
Q.
HELLO SIR IM FROM PAKISTAN AND DOING MY fsc i wana apply in BDS but i am very very poor pls advise me that which univeristy is good for me.thanks

A.
Hi
no matter which option you… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Safeer Butt S3 Dental – Synergistic Smile Studios Clinics in Kent, Surrey & Sussex Web: www.s3dental.co.uk Tel: 020 8398 6322 View My Profile Dr Butt

what angle should you hold your toothbrush

Wednesday, December 10th, 2008
Q.
At what angle should you hold your toothbrush?

A.
Hi
these are quite pedantic i… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Safeer Butt S3 Dental – Synergistic Smile Studios Clinics in Kent, Surrey & Sussex Web: www.s3dental.co.uk Tel: 020 8398 6322 View My Profile Dr Butt

i work in a job where i cant brush teeth after meals

Tuesday, December 9th, 2008
Q.
I work in a job wer i cant brush teeth afta meals and i want strong molars to chew with ,afta meals feels like teeth they need brushing same with front tooth any advice.also filling on my front tooth is bit worn.thnks

A.
Hi ,try sugar free chewing gum… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Safeer Butt S3 Dental – Synergistic Smile Studios Clinics in Kent, Surrey & Sussex Web: www.s3dental.co.uk Tel: 020 8398 6322 View My Profile Dr Butt

i think i need two implants

Friday, December 5th, 2008
Q.
I am ineed of some help and advice for the best route to slove the problem i have. Im not too sure on what work needs to be done to my teeth, but i think i need two implants. What happened was when i was younger i knocked out my front tooth and now several years later i want this corrected. The trouble is there is no gap for an implant, i have been told that it can be sorted by e mailing other doctors, but i want a real expert opinion and the best way to start sorting it out. Thank you for your time.

A.
Your case sounds complicated b… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Safeer Butt S3 Dental – Synergistic Smile Studios Clinics in Kent, Surrey & Sussex Web: www.s3dental.co.uk Tel: 020 8398 6322 View My Profile Dr Butt

I got my two front teeth bonded to close the gap between them

Thursday, December 4th, 2008
Q.
I got my two front teeth bonded to close the gap between them. The bonding does not feel natural and it feels like a piece of food is stuck between my teeth. Is this normal? Also, can the bonding be removed if I change my mind?

A.
Hi it could be they need a pol… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Safeer Butt S3 Dental – Synergistic Smile Studios Clinics in Kent, Surrey & Sussex Web: www.s3dental.co.uk Tel: 020 8398 6322 View My Profile Dr Butt

I have had treatment for gum disease

Tuesday, December 2nd, 2008
Q.
I have had treatment for gum disease and my gums are much better,but I have some bone loss.I would like to get implants, could you tell me what bone grafting is and if it works? Thankyou

A.
Hi bone grafting is relevent w… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Safeer Butt S3 Dental – Synergistic Smile Studios Clinics in Kent, Surrey & Sussex Web: www.s3dental.co.uk Tel: 020 8398 6322 View My Profile Dr Butt

I have weakened enamel on my teeth

Monday, December 1st, 2008
Q.
I have weakened enamel on my teeth. I have read about remineralising treatment available to help strengthen the enamel. I currently use duraphat toothpaste for my problem – would remineralisation help, and how much does it cost?

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hi if the enamel is weak but n… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Safeer Butt S3 Dental – Synergistic Smile Studios Clinics in Kent, Surrey & Sussex Web: www.s3dental.co.uk Tel: 020 8398 6322 View My Profile Dr Butt