Posts Tagged ‘dentures’

Does Having Sjogren’s Disease Affect Me Having Dental Treatment?

Wednesday, June 19th, 2013
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Hi Dr. Butt,
I have sjogrens which is an autoimmune disease that causes dry mouth and other things. The problem I am having is that my two front teeth have chipped and are now decaying so I would like to know what can be done to restore my teeth. I also have my front bottom teeth that have chipped and broken off that need to be replaced also.
I don’t know if I need to get dentures or if I can get them capped or a bridge. I have no insurance so this would be out of pocket, so how expensive is it? Could I also do the front teeth first? Any advice would be great, I’m just looking for some general comments so I know what to expect when I decide to visit my dentist. Thank you very much for your time. 

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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

My Receding Gums And Loose Teeth Are Getting Me Down, What Should I Do?

Tuesday, May 28th, 2013
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i have very bad receeding gums and now most of my teeth are loose , i have even stopped smiling because i am so ashamed of them , the only thing i can think is going to happen is that i will need them removing ? that fills me with fear , also i have to admit i dont go to the dentisit due to not one but two very very bad experiences where the socket got infected so bad i was in bed for 2 whole weeks , it didnt help the fact i dont freeze very well nor do i clot so hence an open socket ,i have more or less come to terms with the fact i will need my teeth out but the thought of dentures that you remove and put in a glass at night is just not for me , i have been doing a little homework on what can be done but still not too sure, can i have a full set of dentures but have them fixed permanently ? i just so want to smile again instead of holding my hand to my mouth when i laugh pls help one desperate unhappy lady

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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

Are the implants the same for dentures and for the bridge? Why the big differance in price?

Friday, February 15th, 2013
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I have no teeth in the upper jaw and only 5 teeth in the lower jaw. I would like to know. If the implants are the same for dentures and for the bridge.
it cost 2900 for 6 implants with a denture and 8800 For 8 implants and a fixed bridge. Why the big differance in price. And if i had the 6 implants with the denture. Can i use the 6 implants In 1 years time to then have a bridge made when i have more money. Thank you very much. 

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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

What alternatives are there to dental implants?

Friday, February 15th, 2013
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Hello, I have just been to my local dentist and I need my front tooth removing as soon as possible, my other front tooth is already a bridge and thisis attached to the one I need taking out but she said that I can not have a dental bridge fitted, I could just have dentures but I’m twenty-nine years old and don’t want to be walking about with dentures in my mouth, my teeth either side of front ones are in good health though so why can’t I get a bridge fitted if this is the case, I can’t afford dental implants anyway so I want something else which will be more permanent, what would you recommend in this particular case?

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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

Will My Insurance Pay For My Dental Treatment? And How Long Does It take To Get Dentures

Friday, January 18th, 2013
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I have insurance through ssi but can not find a dentist to take,my insurance . I am 34 years old and my teeth are breaking and rotting out from malnutrition as a child and on going eating disorder I don’t ever smile due to its embarrassing , i want to find a good dentist and repair my teeth my dentist only wants to pull one tooth at a time and then me to go three to six months with no teeth si would take a year to get them removed and get dentures how do I apply for financing and can a dentist just pull all in one day and does it always take three to six months to get dentures ? I live in pain from my teeth and constant embarassment I can still pass for 25 years old even still get carded not to sound concited but im s beautiful woman untill I open my mouth please help me to figure out how to get started on fixing this Urgent matter

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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 I have a bonded bridge without the need for crowns?

Friday, August 24th, 2012
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i have 4 missing upper teeth in a line including my “eye tooth, i do have 2 good teeth at the back and front of them however, i want to know if i could have a bonded 4 tooth bridge or a bridge that is fixed to my natural teeth without the need for crowns?
and if so what is the time line for this work and an approximate ball park figure price. i dont want to have dentures if possible as i would prefer a solution that is more permenant.

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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

Would veneers work to hide brown stains on teeth?

Thursday, August 16th, 2012
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hello doctor moore,  i need some advice from you as i am really suffering. i have brown stains on my bottom teeth and i’ve tried everything to get them away but with no success. i have a denture but only 2 teeth at the back of my teeth are clear from decay. and ive got 2 types of arthritis so my teeth look like they are fading in colour now. can you help me smile again? how much will it cost me? i am disabled due to my arthritis and house bound. i am 40 and really don’t feel like smiling cause of my teeth. i think veneers would be good for me as they would brighten my smile and make me feel happier. i don’t think i need any teeth replacing so can you advise me on the cost? thanks.

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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

I can’t afford cosmetic dentistry but I hate my teeth! What can I do?

Wednesday, July 4th, 2012
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Hi Dr, I currently do not pay for my dental treatment and just wanted to know if i can ask my dentist to improve my teeth and smile or are they limited, i cannot afford cosmetic dentistry but i hate my teeth, i have a crooked one, filling in my front teeth that are now discoloured, and my teeth are generally discoloured which i find extremely embarrassing, if i had my choice i would have them all out and get dentures, i am 50 yrs old and i do smoke, but i know lots of people that smoke and their teeth are not the same colour as mine, any advice would be appreciated and thank you for your time. 

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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

I have lost the majority of my teeth but am scared of the dentist, can you help?

Monday, April 30th, 2012
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I have lost almost all of my teeth over many years, some extracted many years ago. However the rest have come out due to my gums receeding over the last 10 years or so. I only have 3 left and only 1 of them is a complete tooth. I have a very severe phobia which prevents me from visiting a dentist and feel I simply cannot go. I am not scared of needles or pain but suffer from panic attacks which prevent me from sitting in the chair or waiting in the waiting room. If I could find one that could treat me as an NHS patient by visiting me at home would my gums be ok for dentures?, or will they have shrunk too much?. I have not seen a dentist in over 25 yrs. thank you for any help you can give me 

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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

Can I receive free dental implants on the NHS because of my cleft palate?

Monday, March 26th, 2012
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I am 21 and have a cleft lip and palate. Many of my teeth are missing and others are weak and in bad condition, when i was younger dental implants were discussed, is this something i would be entitled to on the nhs? I would also like to inquire about fixed dentures, as i dont want to start wearing adhesives so young and have my jaw reduce, i also don’t want to have to show future partners etc. Please help because i really am so upset at the lack of confidence this issue has ensued. I just want to know what the best free treatment is for someone in my situation before i go abroad and have second rate surgeries at the cheapest price possible. Thanks

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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