Posts Tagged ‘crown’

Would there be any problem in fixing refitted crown which is sticking out?

Monday, December 7th, 2009
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Hi, I hope you can help me, i have recently had acrown and a veneer fitted on my two front teeth, my crown came out after only a week. my dentist has put it back in with a stronger cement however has pushed it froward when putting it in. now it sticks out further than my other teeth. my dentist has said she can take it out but will have to numb it and there is the chance the root might crack or the crown. do you have any advise on what to do. Thanks


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

Need to know positive and negative of root canal treatment.

Monday, December 7th, 2009
Q.
Hi I have been diagnosed with a cracked LL7 tooth, and have had a crown put on to stabilise it. We can’t tell if the crack has affected the root or pulp. 4 weeks on after the crown was fitted, I am still suffering grinding, aggressive pain all day in the tooth (though I can get some sleep at night). It’s more acute with hot and cold and sweet foods. I can just about use the tooth, but not to eat anything hard or crunchy, as this is uncomfortable too (though the crown has helped to make it less painful). I am taking painkillers every few hours and am not coping with being in pain all day. My dentist says it can take a few months for nerve pain to diminish after it’s been stirred up, but I can’t stand this kind of pain for much longer. It’s interfering with my quality of life. Would it be best to ask for a root canal to be performed on this tooth so that the pain situation is resolved? Presumably if this is done the tooth cannot hurt anymore? Does having root canal cause any longterm problems for a tooth?


Dr Rob Tennet St Johns Dental Practice 18 Bennett’s Hill, Birmingham, B2 5QJ Web: www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk

Can old age person have dental implants and teeth whitening?

Monday, December 7th, 2009
Q.
Hello, my mother who is 76 wants to have her front teeth made less prominent.she has been told by her dentist that dental in plants would help and also to have teeth whitening. I was woundering if porcelain cosmetic crownds would be just as good, also cheaper.


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

Can I send my dental photos for you to suggest a treatment?

Saturday, December 5th, 2009
Q.
Hi there – I am 50 and have a crown on one of my front “eye” teeth. It’s 25 years old. My front teeth overproject. My dentist has told me it would be unethical for him to replace my crown without doing about £10,000 of orthodontal work first. I have the detailed photos he took and could send them to you. I would like to improve the appearance of my teeth but am reluctant to do so much to them and in some ways my overbite is beneficial I think to my face shape. I would like a second opinion but if from the sight of the photos I am a hopeless case then I will just keep what I have!


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

What is the cheapest way to restore my half broken filling?

Friday, December 4th, 2009
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Hi doctor i have a tooth that was previously filled (the upper back tooth) it broke (half of it) what is the best and cheapest way to restore my tooth. Thanks 🙂


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

Can veneer be bonded with gold crown?

Friday, December 4th, 2009
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I am thinking about veneers for my top teeth,however I have several teeth that have been crowned with gold, can a veneer be bonded to these crowns or will they need to be replaced with porcelain crowns to match.


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

How much cost am I looking to replace my metal crown for porcelain ones?

Friday, December 4th, 2009
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I had 10 metal bonded front upper crowns 19 yrs ago.They still look ok ,however I woudn’t mind replaceing them with more natural looking porcelain ones .Is that easy to do? Also due to acid erosion(eating disorder) my back teeth now need crowned ,can I have it all matched up.How much cost am I looking at?


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

Root has lost small piece can it still support post crown?

Friday, December 4th, 2009
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I have post crowns on my two front teeth one i had replaced less than a year ago because it kept coming out it has come out three times since being replaced, and to be honest, although i was told a longer post would solve the problem the post does not look any longer. The root has lost a small piece and i am worried i will end up with no root to put it in to.


Dr Rob Tennet St Johns Dental Practice 18 Bennett’s Hill, Birmingham, B2 5QJ Web: www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk

Veneers have broken should I consider rebonding a veneer or crown?

Friday, December 4th, 2009
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Hi Rob, I have several (5) Veneers . They have lasted be for around 15 years. Recently one has broken ( cracked and 1/3 of it fell off). My dentist would like to replace it with a crown as he is concerned about rebonding a veneer. Personally i would prefer another veneer. is there an expert opinion on the pros and cons of this repair


Dr Rob Tennet St Johns Dental Practice 18 Bennett’s Hill, Birmingham, B2 5QJ Web: www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk

Please compare different cosmetic treatment for my dental issues.

Friday, December 4th, 2009
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Hi, I am desperate! I had to have my top teeth removed about 16 months ago due to absess’s and severe infection. Previously had very healthy teeth. I had some gold crown at the bottom which sheared off so a few bottom teeth were removed prior to the top. My dentist used a sedative on me to remove my teeth but with awful consequences, I am allergic. Was ill with low BP for 3 weeks after. He made me a new set of dentures 6 months after removal. They did not fot. He told me to glue them in! He then made me a new set last April. The bottom set did not line up so he threw them straight in the bin and just gave me the top set. They do not fit they rock and fall out if I yawn or anything. He told me to glue them in. I only have the bottom 6 teeth nearest the front of my own. My face in now older looking, I can not eat only soggy or mashed food. I have not eaten meat now for 16 months. I am very depressed with it. I am only 54 years old. That dentist has now left the practice and a young new one has taken his place. She said she would make me a new set. but then questioned when I last had a set and accused ME of binning them. I am not a wealthy person so had to have a NHS set last time. I have an awfull gag reflux so taking impressions is horredouse to me. I am on disability benefits due to medical problems, e.g. Anaphylatic, svere allergys, Asthma to name but a few. Now she says I have severe oral thrush so she can not make any dentures, and I should make an appointment some time in the future. I am really sad and do not know what I should do. What would it cost me if I tried to save up to get it sorted properly? What can I do ?


Dr Rob Tennet St Johns Dental Practice 18 Bennett’s Hill, Birmingham, B2 5QJ Web: www.e-dentalpractice.co.uk