Posts Tagged ‘composite bonding’

I have small gaps in my teeth because of gum recession, can lumineers fix this?

Thursday, June 17th, 2010
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I am 27 and recently went to a dentist who told me that I needed to take better care of my gums. They were red and inflamed and the dentist said there had been some bone loss on the two very back teeth (half a mm). He said that the problem could be solved with a hygienist appointment and a lot of improvement in my brushing technique. I had a professional clean and have since invested in an electric toothbrush. My gums now look pink and much firmer and healthier and they have stopped bleeding. However I have noticed that there is a small amount of recession on two of my front upper teeth. The teeth are strong and healthy but now I have noticed this recession I would like to get it fixed as it has left small gaps in my teeth. Would lumineers be suitable, or some type of bonding?,
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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

Can I have the composite bonding material removed from my front teeth?

Monday, June 7th, 2010
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About 5 years ago, an NHS dentist placed composite bonding material on my 2 front teeth. Before this, it had only been placed on the reverse of these teeth due to a small amount of thinning enamel. Because I was only 16, I didn’t really know what she was doing and did not have the courage to ask why it was being done. They looked so bad that I visited a private dentist who said he could redo them. Within a couple of months they looked just as bad; wearing away at the edges, turning yellow. I brush, floss and mouthwash everyday. Is it possible to just have the composite bonding material removed and go back to my natural teeth? I don’t really know why it was put on the front surface in the first place, as my teeth are straight and, before this, white. Thank you.,
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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

Treatment for teeth spaces?

Thursday, March 18th, 2010
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Hi there, I have a space between my two front teeth. It started growing from the age of 16 onwards. My mother even has it but she had it when she crossed 35. What treatment do I need and how much will it cost me ?,
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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

Would NHS exemption certificate cover veneers or crowns?

Thursday, March 18th, 2010
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My top front teeth are very chipped and seem to chip very easily. Its very unsightly and is really getting me down as I feel its just going to keep happening. I have an nhs excemption certificate. Can I get veneeers or crowns to stop this happening.,
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Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD View My Profile Dr Caplan

What would it cost to cosmetically fill tooth gaps?

Thursday, March 18th, 2010
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Hello, I have narrow teeth, which makes my smile very gappy I have been told by a dentist, that I need to have my teeth cosmetically filled in, could you please tell me the average cost per tooth. Many thanks,
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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

Any advice on cosmetic dentists?

Thursday, March 18th, 2010
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Hi, I have a query, I have 3 gaps between my teeth (front, upper teeth). I wanted to get dental bonding/composite to fill in the gaps. The cosmetic dentist I am hoping to do the job is not listed on this site. I just wanted to know how I can best tell if someone has the skills to perform the procedure. Are there any dentists I should be worried about? I know its a bit odd of an odd question, but I would apreciate any help you could give. Thanks,
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Dr Kailesh Solanki Kissdental – UK Practice of the Year 2007 157 Woodsend Road, Flixton, Manchester, M41 8GN.2 New Street, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 2QS. 13 Stanley Street, Manchester, M8 8SH. Web: www.kissdental.co.uk Tel: 0161 748 5250 View My Profile Dr Solanki

Should I get treatment in Turkey or wait until I get home?

Thursday, January 14th, 2010
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I am 62 and on an extended holiday to Turkey. My crown fell out and there is not enough left of the origninal tooth to attach it to. The dentist recommended a bridge be fitted which would cover 2 teeth and 2 spaces in between. I am unsure of this treatment. I only have 5 weeks left before returning to the UK. He has given me antibiotics to take 2 days before root removal. The cost of the treatment including the bridge would be £350. Is there an alternative to this treatment. Must I have the root removed quickly or can I wait till I return to the UK. I know the dentist, I have been to him before and he is reliable, but I am wondering on this occasion if he is giving me the correct advise. I can’t leave the gap as it is next to my eye tooth and you can see the gap when I smile. I would be grateful for any advise you can give me. Thank you,
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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 composite restoration best option for worn teeth?

Thursday, January 14th, 2010
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My lower front teeth are worn and the dentine is starting to show through. My dentist is proposing to rebuild them (possibly by about 2mm) by using a composite restoration. She also thinks that my teeth could first of all be whitened and the composite coloured to match. I have a buckle filling on three of the teeth. Please, what do you think regarding: (a)Would the fillings have to be re-done to match the new whiter colour? (b)Is the composite strong enough to last any length of time? (c)Is it worthwhile placing veneers in front of the teeth instead of whitening them and then raising the teeth behind the veneer with composite? I would be very interested in your opinion on how to tackle the job. With kind regards .,
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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

Can I get composite filling for teeth gaps?

Thursday, January 7th, 2010
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Hello,I have very low self confidence because of my gap between my two front teeth. I am 13 years old. Is it possible for me to get composite bonding to fill my gap? Thankyou for your time :),
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Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD View My Profile Dr Caplan

What ball park figure would be acceptable for having implant?

Monday, December 7th, 2009
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I am 63, had five front teeth ( 4 incisors and one cuspid) removed between the age of 17 and 21. I have all my other teeth intact. I have never got used to a partial, and wondered if there was anything else I could try at my age and so long after removal. ie implants of some sort. I know that if there is not enough bone left it can theoretically be grafted from elsewhere, but realistically, do you think this is possible and what sort of ball park figure would I be looking at if it were?

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