Posts Tagged ‘bacteria’

There are brown stains on my son’s teeth as a result of ear infection medication. What can be done about them?

Thursday, November 4th, 2010
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My 3 year old son has suffered from serious ear infections and has regularly been perscribed with strong oral medication. Since these treatments he has developed brown stains on the back of his bottom front teeth. I have always brushed his teeth as advised especially focusing on this area. However, the problem is persisting is there any advice or treatment that would help solve this problem,,
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Dr Rob Tennet St Johns Dental Practice 18 Bennett’s Hill, Birmingham, B2 5QJ Web: www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk

Is it worth saving tooth that has traces of bacteria in the gum around it? Or should I have treatment such as dental implants?

Friday, October 8th, 2010
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Many years ago a lower molar was removed and not replaced with either inplant or denture. Over time the molar to the left of the remove one has borne most of the pressure when eating on that side. It has amalgum filling from past dentistry. In recent years eating hard food caused a little discomfort and it was assume there could be a fracture of this molar. Within the last three weeks the gum around this tooth has become inflamed and sore and I have a swelling and tenderness of the glands (not seen in the mouth) under my chin. There was alot of pain and radiation for about two days which calmed down to what is now a background soreness and slight ache. An exray has revealted some grey around the tooth root between the root and the gum indicating bacteria I believe hense the swelling and soreness but no evidence of an infection (no puss)! Apparently the tooth has some slight movement. There is no sign of decay. I have never been advised to have a bridge or cap to take the pressure of this molar so I guess it has suffered a bit. It would seem either a denture or inplant is now needed to fill the existing gap. My question is, is it worth trying to save the molar I am having these problems with in which case I will would need only one inplant (or a cap I guess?) or should this molar be removed rather than risks problems in the future with it and go for a double implant? I hope I have given you enough information here. PS Root canal work has been discounted in my case – my dentist feels extraction is the best option. Regards,
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Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD View My Profile Dr Caplan

Can you advise me on my complex case?

Tuesday, May 11th, 2010
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Hi my problem is that i have gingivitis/periodontitis and late stages of enamel erosion, reasons for the periodontitis is because i am in my teens i think, its aggressive type, caused by the hormones. And my acid erosion was due to my love of coke and brushing my teeth 4 times a day, problem is every time i look for a periodontitis they all seem to offer facelifts and other things, which makes me feel like they are just cheap out to make cash and not really going to improve my current teeth. Would you be able to suggest a periodontitis in Bangor northern ireland, or Belfast or anywhere which is a good periodontist that you would trust, and also i have said to my dentist about my current gum problems she says its caused by my “braces” which have been removed for about a good 9 months. So i am starting to think i should change dentist too, i would like to get crowns before july too though, advice and help on them would be appreciated, thanks for reading my question.,
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Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD View My Profile Dr Caplan

There is plaque on my wisdom tooth, should i get it filled to avoid tooth ache?

Monday, March 22nd, 2010
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thankyou very much for having answered my earlier query. i have another problem and that is there is plaque on my wisdom tooth. As of now it does not pain. should i get the tooth filled to avoid any tooth ache? and if i do so then how long would the filling last?,
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Dental plaque is a film of bac… (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

What causes tooth decay?

Monday, February 15th, 2010
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What causes toot decay ?.,
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Tooth decay is caused by bacte… (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 can be done about my smelly breath?

Tuesday, January 19th, 2010
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I have a stinky mouth. My tongue is always coated with whatever I eat. I’ll brush my mouth and my tongue but there is always a smell out of my mout. I have tried every mouthwash with and without alcohol and it seems like nothing works. My dentist says to keep brushing my tongue. I am starting to get very depressed because I am not myself any more. What can I do???,
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Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

Is full-mouth periodontal debridement good for treating gingival recession.

Friday, December 4th, 2009
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I have mild chronic periodontitis with areas of mild gingival recession. My dentist recommends a conventional full-mouth periodontal debridement. Is this procedure correct?

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Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD View My Profile Dr Caplan

What is the best way for root canal treatment?

Monday, October 19th, 2009
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Two years ago I went to the dentist for my regular scaling and check up. My dentist told me I had a cavity and thus would need a filling. I got my scaling and my filling done that day. He then told me to come back if I feel discomfort in my just-filled tooth (which I thought was weird because fillings aren’t associated with post-procedure pain). My tooth did hurt a bit, but I thought I’d survive, so I didn’t go back to my dentist for about a year and a half. Now (it’s been 2 years since I got the filling) I find myself getting a root canal. Can I please know exactly why my tooth got so sensitive, when, before the filling and discovery of the cavity, my tooth was absolutely fine (feeling wise). I feel as if the dentist I got my filling from did something wrong. That tooth was sensitive to hot and cold things from time to time, but I could survive. Was is a good choice to have got a root canal anyway? I am regretting having done this, and now I’m wondering if I really needed it. Thank you, Jessica

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Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD View My Profile Dr Caplan

Can I hv free treatment for my teeth as I cant afford?

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009
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Hello dr andrew moore my question is since having 5 children my teeth have broke at the back of my mouthand they are horriable i dont think i have smiled properly for about 8 years i need alot of work doing on them and carnt afford it as i am a single parent could you give me some information on how to get help as i just want to smile again

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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

Could you advice me on oral thrush

Monday, October 12th, 2009
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What is oral thrush? How do you get rid of it? Thanks

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Oral thrush is a viral infecti… (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