Posts Tagged ‘gum’

Are dental implants a permanent alternatives for missing or removed teeth?

Saturday, August 29th, 2009
Q.
Hello, I was suffering from toothache a month or so ago – caused by an abscess, which in turn was caused by gum decease. Although I brush, floss and use mouthwash regularly; like many people: if it isn’t a problem, I don’t go to the dentist. And in my case, I hadn’t been to a dentist in over 20 years. I’ve been told that I’ll probably require a bridge… The thought of having to remove a false tooth for cleaning fills me with dread! If I have to have the tooth removed – and because it’s in a prominent place (lower front) are there any ‘permanent’ alternatives… ie. Fix and forget?

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Yes, a dental implant is a per… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

Will fizzy drinks erode enamel and effect the Whitening process?

Tuesday, August 25th, 2009
Q.
I have been given a kit called ‘day white excel 3’ from my dentist in Australia. I used the kit last week for 9 days straight and was meant to leave it on for half an hour, but sometimes left it for over an hour. I had very sensitive teeth afterwards and felt that diet coke or anything acidic afterwards was attacking my teeth. It looks like some enamel may have been eroded the root s of some of my teeth, is this possible or could the whitening highlight a problem that may already be there? In addition do fizzy drinks and sparkling water erode the enamel on teeth over time? Thanks in advance.

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During bleaching and for 2 wee… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

What do u suggest for a loose tooth?

Monday, August 24th, 2009
Q.
I have a tooth which feels loose what can i do? i dont want to lose it?

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 You may have to lose it … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

Will my gums get back to normal after taking the brace off?

Monday, August 24th, 2009
Q.
Hi, Im 14 and have braces. Im very worried about the size of my gums. I have had my braces for a year and 8 months. My teeth are fine but I have very bulbus gums. They are progressing under my wire and are puffy. But they are normal colored. My orthodontists have told me to to brush in circles against the gums (from the top and bottom) and up into them. In the past I have been able to make them go down a little bit, but then they end up flaring up again. I have been trying again recently and Im not having any luck this time. Im worried this is permanent. Im also worried I’ll have to have surgery on my gums, which I dont want. Will my gums go down when my braces come off or not? Thanks

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They will but it sounds like y… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

A gel for hardening gums

Monday, August 24th, 2009
Q.
Hi Can you tell me please where I can buy the gel for gums that hardens to protect my gums and lips when I use my home kit please ?

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That gel is only for in-surger… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

How safe is it to get your teeth filed to make space?

Monday, August 24th, 2009
Q.
Is it safe to get your teeth filed to make space?(by a dentist of course)or does it mess up your enamel?

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Minimal adjustment of unworn t… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

Can i have implants on the receding gums

Monday, August 24th, 2009
Q.
I had crowns put on about 7 years ago and need them replaicing but have been told i have reciding gums and i am very concernd that i wont be able to have them replaced and also need inplants can i still have inplants?

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You can have implants provided… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

Can implants be done to gums having disease?

Monday, August 24th, 2009
Q.
Dear Mr Moore, After looking after my teeth all my life, I was told on Friday I am going to loose not one but all my teeth due to gum disease. I am 44 and still young. My question is can I have Dental Implants with gum disease? I am so upset at the momant maybe now isnt the best time to ask…:( Thank you for any help.

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Hello, If you still have bone … (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

Financial packages for smile makeovers using crown lengthening

Sunday, August 23rd, 2009
Q.
I have small teeth and when I smile you can see quite a lot of gum. I would like big white teeth and heard that there was a procedure that could scale gums back. Is this true? Also, could I have this treatment in conjunction with having veneers fitted and overall whitening to create that ‘hollywood’ smile look? How much should I expect to pay and are finance packages in usually place if I am unable to pay the full amount up front?

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Within my practice this is a c… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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

Is care required for teeth to avoid gum diseases after 40’s?

Sunday, August 23rd, 2009
Q.
I was told by my orthodontist that if I don’t take action with my teeth soon I could wake up one morning when I’m in my 40’s with my teeth laying on my pillow. Is that something that has really been known to happen?

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No- may be one or two teeth -&… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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