Posts Tagged ‘gum recession’

What are the options for me in regards to preventing further gum recession?

Friday, September 3rd, 2010
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Hi there, I have gum recession on the top and bottom teeth – started mostly at the front but gradually seems to be pulling at the back teeth. My dentist says that it is likely to be caused by harsh brushing- x rays have shown no damage structurally no i assume this means it’s not peridontal disease. I gave up smoking about 12 months ago and have switched to a soft bristled brush to try and prevent this harsh brushing. I am really conscious of the appearance of the receeded gum and want to be able to a – prevent further recession and b – also find out what options are available to try and hide the existing recession. I live in Manchester so if you could suggest any options for me i would be eternally grateful,,
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I would advise for you to come… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

How long does the process of grafting take?

Thursday, September 2nd, 2010
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I have bone loss to front lower gums and have very loose central 4- 6 teeth my dentist suggests bone grafting and implants. my questions 1. how long will i be with teeth? 2. How long does the process of grafting take and 3. what are the costs involved with grafting and implants?,
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You would need to see a specia… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

Is there anything I can do to prevent further gum recession, and do I need to get old crowns replaced?

Friday, August 13th, 2010
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Hi, I have 3 front top crowns which are over 25 years old! one of them – the gum has receded slightly and there’s a gap which sometimes during the day is catching slightly on the inside of my lip. im absolutely terrified of the dentist, i can still remember the whole afternoon in the chair getting them done. Can i do anything to halt any further gum receding, am i brushing too hard, has the crown moved, do i need to get it replaced. thank you so much.,
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You need to get the tooth chec… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

Has dentist checking tooth pockets led to gums receding?

Monday, August 2nd, 2010
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2 weeks ago I visited my dentist, she said during the check that she was checking the pockets of each tooth. She then push the gum surrounding the tooth downwards. This was done to each tooth and now I believe a definate receding of gums has occurred. What shall I do, is this a verified procedure? Please help.,
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Yes this is a routine procedur… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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 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

Is it possible to have a dental veneer over a capped front tooth?

Friday, May 21st, 2010
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Hi Is it possible to put a vaneer over a capped front tooth? I have a porcelain cap at the moment but where the gum has receded you can see the metal line. i had it filled in but am not really happy with the results. Please help!!! Thank you.,
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You can but to be honest it is… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

What can I do to fix my shifting teeth?

Wednesday, May 12th, 2010
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in the last few years I have developed a large between my front tooth and the eyetooth, it is quite large and very embarrassing, It also seems that my teeth are shifting and my gums on those two teet are receding. What can I do to get this problem fixed? I am only in my 30’s Thx,
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shifting teeth is usually a si… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

I’m scared of the dentist and potentially have gum disease, what should I do?

Wednesday, May 12th, 2010
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hi im 26 and have problematic teeth i am terrified of dentists from being a child so find it hard to visit i have had a 4 teeth out and think i may have gum desies.behindhe bottom front teeth my gums have started to receed is it possible to have all my teeth out and have new full set of teeth as mine are starting to really affect my confidence also i am on kind of a low budget do you have any idea of prices regards,
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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 a gum graft fix my long looking tooth?

Friday, May 7th, 2010
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Hi, I have had sever gum rececession leading to 1 tooth appearing very long. next to this tooth the gum has receeded enough to leave a black triangle. i have heard about the gum graft for the ‘long’ tooth. can something be done to fix the black triangle appearance by these teeth?,
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Yes the gum can be put back by… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

I have a fear of the dentist and need a lot of treatment done, what do you suggest?

Tuesday, April 13th, 2010
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ok heres the story im 34 and have cooked teeth on bottom and a small over bite on top top teeth look great ..i need teth pulled and i have recieding gums on bottom im scared to death od dentist and i dont knoow what to do..the recieding gum is located n between the two bottom front teeth and looks bad,
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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