I am a 53 year old female. Have always taken great care of my teeth. Over recent years have been treated by my dentist and hygienist for receding gums. Visited my dentist yesterday with what I though was just a crack in one of my old fillings, only to be told that the tooth was actually fractured vertically. It is in my upper jaw and third from the back. I have a wide smile and it will definitely show if I have it removed. My dentist advised that it may last for a year, (he drilled out the old filling and repacked it)
He was less than helpful about my options and I left the surgery confused and shocked. My question is would I be better off having an implant or a bridge to replace the gap. One of the teeth that would be needed to support the bridge is deeply filled. Also a guide to how much this would cost would be useful.
Thank you very much for your time.
Posts Tagged ‘bone’
Would a bridge be suitable for a tooth that is fractured and another that is deeply filled?
Wednesday, November 24th, 2010Q.
If I have gum disease, what can I do to save my teeth?
Wednesday, November 24th, 2010Q.
I have been told i have gum disease and been told to quit smoking is there anything else i can do to save my teeth as I’m only 39 and don’t want to lose any.
If i do lose any can i have them replaced.
many thanks
What is the cheapest treatment for six new teeth due to shrinking bones?
Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010Q.
my dentist has told me my bones are shrinking and need 6 new teeth at the moment i have crowns what is the best and cheapest treatment
Is it possible to have a bone graft if I suffer from periodontitis?
Friday, November 19th, 2010Q.
I was told a while back that I have bad peridonist and would lose my teeth and be unable to have implants as my bone would not support them, I have now had my two front upper teeth taken out and a denture fitted which I am not getting on with I have now heard that you can have treatment to enhance the jaw bone can you tell me if this is possible and the cost implications of this thanks,
I was told a while back that I have bad peridonist and would lose my teeth and be unable to have implants as my bone would not support them, I have now had my two front upper teeth taken out and a denture fitted which I am not getting on with I have now heard that you can have treatment to enhance the jaw bone can you tell me if this is possible and the cost implications of this thanks,
Are there any alternatives to dentures if I have gum disease and a receeding jawbone?
Friday, November 19th, 2010Q.
Hi,I have been told by my dentist that I have gum disease and my jawbone has receded too far for dental implants.He said that eventually all my teeth will fall out and that dentures are the only option.Is there anything that can be done?,
Hi,I have been told by my dentist that I have gum disease and my jawbone has receded too far for dental implants.He said that eventually all my teeth will fall out and that dentures are the only option.Is there anything that can be done?,
Can I have braces fitted if I do not have any molars?
Friday, November 19th, 2010Q.
Dear Dr Caplan, My front teeth stick out very badly due mainly to protruding gums. I have no molars as these were are all removed due to decay. Is it possible for me to have a brace in order to correct my protruding front teeth even though i have no molars? I am a 30 year old women.
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Dear Dr Caplan, My front teeth stick out very badly due mainly to protruding gums. I have no molars as these were are all removed due to decay. Is it possible for me to have a brace in order to correct my protruding front teeth even though i have no molars? I am a 30 year old women.
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What is the process for crown and veneer replacement and how does a gum graft procedure work?
Thursday, November 18th, 2010Q.
Hi Mark, I was the victim of violent crime some 10 years ago where I21 and 22 were knocked out, taking much of the surrounding gum tissue and bone with them and I 11 was cracked in half. I received treatment at the Leeds Dental Institute back in 2001 where they placed two implants, abutments and crowns in and cemented then veneered I11. It was decided by the surgeons at the time that, due to the large amount of discharging bone fragments, that to risk a gum graft was not sensible. Therefore I currently have a slight lack of gum surrounding I21 / 22. I am not happy with the positioning or visibility of the crowns today. Recent x-rays show that the implants are perfectly healthy with no further receeding of the surrounding tissue or bone. I am interested in understanding the process for replacing both crowns and the veneer to more aethetically pleasing versions, combined with a tooth whitening process. At the same time I would like to specifically understand how a gum graft can be factored into this proceedure and what the inherent risks are today and the likely costs of such treatments. I look forward to hearing back from you soon.
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Hi Mark, I was the victim of violent crime some 10 years ago where I21 and 22 were knocked out, taking much of the surrounding gum tissue and bone with them and I 11 was cracked in half. I received treatment at the Leeds Dental Institute back in 2001 where they placed two implants, abutments and crowns in and cemented then veneered I11. It was decided by the surgeons at the time that, due to the large amount of discharging bone fragments, that to risk a gum graft was not sensible. Therefore I currently have a slight lack of gum surrounding I21 / 22. I am not happy with the positioning or visibility of the crowns today. Recent x-rays show that the implants are perfectly healthy with no further receeding of the surrounding tissue or bone. I am interested in understanding the process for replacing both crowns and the veneer to more aethetically pleasing versions, combined with a tooth whitening process. At the same time I would like to specifically understand how a gum graft can be factored into this proceedure and what the inherent risks are today and the likely costs of such treatments. I look forward to hearing back from you soon.
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Can I receive emergency treatment for broken crown/bridges on the NHS?
Wednesday, November 17th, 2010Q.
I have recently lost two of the crowns/bridges I am unsure which they werebut they had a small metal piece in the top of the tooth the went into the bone. Anyway sorry I lost two of the top front teeth at some point last week and my dentist is telling me he has no appointments forat least another week which means I have will only have my two middle front for some time, Is there anywhere I can go to get help quickly. I am an NHS patience and can’t afford private fee. Many thanks.,
I have recently lost two of the crowns/bridges I am unsure which they werebut they had a small metal piece in the top of the tooth the went into the bone. Anyway sorry I lost two of the top front teeth at some point last week and my dentist is telling me he has no appointments forat least another week which means I have will only have my two middle front for some time, Is there anywhere I can go to get help quickly. I am an NHS patience and can’t afford private fee. Many thanks.,
I am concerned about how natural implants look. Can you get a good gum line with implants?
Thursday, November 4th, 2010Q.
I have two very large front teeth, and one side baby tooth. I have never been happy with my smile, and its effected every part of my life. Implants seem a good option, but I am concerned how natural they look, and my major concern is having a good gum line with the implants. Can you get a good gum line with implants?,
I have two very large front teeth, and one side baby tooth. I have never been happy with my smile, and its effected every part of my life. Implants seem a good option, but I am concerned how natural they look, and my major concern is having a good gum line with the implants. Can you get a good gum line with implants?,
Can bone have moved since sinus lift after I sneezed?
Friday, October 22nd, 2010Q.
hello, It’s been a week since my sinus lift. I went ot the doctor today and he said everything looked great. As I was driving home I couldn’t stop a sneeze. it was more contained, not violent or as a big as most. I feel some pressure in my sinus now. How would I know if the bone was dislodged ? Thanks!,
hello, It’s been a week since my sinus lift. I went ot the doctor today and he said everything looked great. As I was driving home I couldn’t stop a sneeze. it was more contained, not violent or as a big as most. I feel some pressure in my sinus now. How would I know if the bone was dislodged ? Thanks!,
