Posts Tagged ‘braces’

I am 18, can I get free braces on the NHS?

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011
Q.

Hello,

The front part of my bottom teeth are out of place, a few overlap the others and I was wondering if it would be possible to get braces to help? And how much they would cost? I am 18 years old, and I have heard that it would be free with the NHS. Is that correct?

A.
No as you are over 18 now

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

How much would a consultation to discuss orthodontic treatment cost me?

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011
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i was just wondering if you could help me decide which teeth straightening option would be best for myself? If i arrange a consultation how much would it be? Can you send me more information on teeth straightening options.


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

My teeth are really big, what can I do?

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011
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iam a 19 yearsgirl . i have small face . and having big teeth. when iam loffing its looking dirty . what is the solution. please tell. AND I have one more doubt. as my age increases, is it my face also increases . is there any treatement for my big teeth tell me please.. . . . . . . .


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

Can my open bite be corrected with braces?

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011
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I am hoping this is going to make sense, i believe i have an overbite as i can’t get my teeth to close and have difficulties when biting a sandwich and stuff like that. i also feel that my front teeth are pushed way to forward which gives me a horrible smile. whats the best way to get my teeth pushed back, straightened and have a nice smile?! i’m hoping you can help me come to some decision as to what i should do as this is making me very unhappy.


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

I have Osteoporosis which I take Boniva for, will this prevent me getting braces?

Monday, March 21st, 2011
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I am 72 years old & am currently taking Boniva 150mg. monthly for osteoporosis. My dentist referred me to an orthodontist who would like to put braces on my upper teeth. He is not sure whether the Boniva would work against him. Can you advise?


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes

Could my daughters teeth be treated without extractions?

Friday, March 18th, 2011
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I am directing this question to you specifically, as I have read a little on the affects of some procedures on facial asthetics/profile, and have been concerned. That you are clearly aware and interested in these points makes me hope that you may be able to guide us a little?… My daughter is 16, and her two front teeth protrude/tip forward. This is by 8mm, we have been informed, but there is otherwise no problem with her teeth. The rest of them are beautifully alligned, and her oral hygene has always been exceptional so the condition of her teeth and gums is also extremely good.

Prior to moving, we were told by our dentist that a brace would be needed for 8mths, with no extractions. A different dentist then said her teeth were not ‘bad’ enough to warrent a brace. Her new dentist has suggested 2 extractions (of perfectly healthy and perfectly alligned teeth, futher back in her jaw), and a fitted brace for 18-24mths. He has suggested this is her only option, and will not discuss otherwise.

I have now read many research papers, and also many sites claiming success for different procedures. There is support that from 16yrs, a female’s structue is no longer pliable, and contrary reports that the structure of adults of any age is malable to a degree.

My daughters teeth may be seen from different angles in photos at the bottom of this page (copy & paste): My question is this, in your opinion, is it possible that only extraction and a fixed brace are available as a route for her, or could INVISALIGN/INMAN; DAMON SYSTEM; LINGUAL BRACES or even the HOMEOBLOCK be viable options?

I am concerned that removing teeth and having a conventional brace fitted would result in VERTICAL GROWTH, and therefore possibly ruin a budding career, and would very much appreciate an honest response regarding these points… any further info./suggestion is obviously welcome, and your opinion is highly valued. Thank you in advance for your time.


Dr Mark Hughes Harley Street Dental Studio 52 Harley Street, London W1G 9PY Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981 View My Profile Dr Hughes

The NHS will not pay for my braces, what can i do?

Friday, March 18th, 2011
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Hello Dr Julian I am 15 years old and wanting a nice smile my teeth are healthy and my gums are well looked after and I have been to my dentist and he said that my two canines are slightly and I gave a small gap in my two front top teeth and my two bottom front teeth are just overlapped a little bit and he made an opponentment to an othersontist and she said I don’t need braces really badly so she said unless I pay fir it and she said it is clearly of my appearance so could you please help me and tell me how to get perfect teeth


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

How long does Invisalign treatment take?

Friday, March 18th, 2011
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Hi there, i was wondering if you could help me..
I have gap between my two teeth at the front , and i do not want to wear metal braces, so i was wondering if you could tell me fee of getting invisalign and how long will it take for the gap to close up..
thank you


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

My front teeth cross over, can I get an Inman Aligner or will I need a fixed brace?

Friday, March 18th, 2011
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Hi, my 2 top front teeth cross over slightly, would I be able to have an Inman Aligner fitted or would I need a fixed brace?


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

How can I fix a gap between my teeth?

Friday, March 18th, 2011
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I have a small gap between my teeth on my front bottom teeth what would you recommend on fixing this because I find it very unappealing.


Dr Sunita Verma Sparkle Dental Boutique 311 Boston Road, Hanwell, London, W7 2AT Web: www.sparkledentalboutique.co.uk Tel: 020 8567 4344 View My Profile Dr Verma