Posts Tagged ‘nhs dentist’

Can anything be done for gappy teeth in cosmetic dentistry?

Monday, October 12th, 2009
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Hi, I am 53 and had conventional orthodontic treatment to straighten my front teeth as a teenager. In recent years, my front teeth have started to move forwards and have gaps. I initially looked into orthodontic treatment but was told that it was unlikely to be successful due to ‘getting long in the tooth’. Is there anything by way of cosmetic dentistry that could done?

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Im sure orthodontics could imp… (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

Is its possible to replace amalgam fillings?

Monday, October 12th, 2009
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Hi, I am 15 and have suffered from amelogenesis imperfecta my whole life. At the moment, all of my molars have stainless steel caps on them and most of my teeth are heavily restored with amalgam fillings. Apparently, these restorations were stronger when I was younger, but now I am getting bullied at school because it looks like I am chewing tin foil all the time! Is it possible to get these replaced with tooth coloured restorations and can this be done on the NHS?

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It might be possible to get po… (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

What is the success rate for implants on people with gum disease?

Monday, October 12th, 2009
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Dear DOCTOR I suffer with periodontal disease which is controlled and my teeth are not loose. Recently I have had a sharp pain on chewing under a molar that is crowned. Following an x-ray I have been told that there is chronic infection low down irritating the nerve and that the tooth will have to come out. I am an NHS patient but am prepared to pay privately to have an implant which the NHS dentist would do. I am told there is no rush to decide providing the pain is only occasional . Does this mean it will not make me ill if I take my time . Also what is the success rate for implants on people with gum disease and would the infection need to be treated before commencing or is chronic infection something that does not go away.Thankyou

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Chronic infection will only go… (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

Could you plz suggest temporay solution for painful wisdom?

Sunday, October 11th, 2009
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I visited my dentist with painful wisdom teeth back in july. he referred me to hospital specialist. i have been given an appointment on 21 sep.since then i have been suffering with constant severe pain . i have visited dental emergency but still kept on telling i have to wait for my appointment time.surely should i be suffering with this pain for the next three week.please give suggestion

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It is very difficult to cure t… (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

Could you suggest temporary filling product in the UK?

Sunday, October 11th, 2009
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Looking for a temporary filling product in the UK? I’m looking for a “temporary filling” product like “Cavi fix” on sale in Chemist shops in the UK.? Just lost my filling and can’t afford to go and see a dentist…need something to block the hole so the nerve doesn’t start to play up in a couple of weeks time…. Just found Dr denti ” Tooth-Fil on line… but would like to know if its available in Chemists shops. thanks for any info. Plase remember that I’m asking this question because for the moment I CAN’T AFFORD to go and see a dentist, so please dont suggest that I do.

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I’m not an expert on DIY denti… (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 m 18 can I have treatment for my teeth at NHS?

Sunday, October 11th, 2009
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Dear Dr. Patel, At the age of around 12 I chipped my front tooth after a fall leaving less than half of my front tooth behind. I had a filling applied to this, but the tooth has gradually darkened over time. I’ve heard that this is due to internal bleeding within the tooth. Yesterday, this filling fell out and I am yet again left with half a tooth. The tooth in question is a few shades darker than my other front tooth and it looks very bad. I’m an 18 year old on a gap year, with no money at all. Would the NHS be able to help with my problem because it really looks awful? Thank you

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You should be able to get NHS … (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 would be the cost to remove all of my teeth?

Sunday, October 11th, 2009
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I want to remove all of my teeth. i dont want bs i just want it done. how much will such an operation cost me?

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This might sound like BS but i… (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

Can I have implants in nhs or at reduced rate.Plz advice

Sunday, October 11th, 2009
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I suffer from ankylosing spondylitis and take various medications such as fosamax,amytriptline,temazepam,solphadol an I have also been on remicade. I have lost all my teeth due to medication an illness,would it be possible to get implants on the nhs or at a reduced rate as I am disabled and unemployed,at present I have top dentures only that require me to use dental adhesive at a rate of a tube aday.thankyou

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I’m afraid it might be very di… (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

Can the procedure of implant be cheaper.Plz suggest

Sunday, October 11th, 2009
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I recently had my front tooth extracted about 8 months ago because when I was a child a root canal was done on my tooth incorrectly. After different techniques and surgery my dentist said the tooth couldn’t be saved because it was to far gone. I was laid off my job and lost my insurance. I currently have a fake pull out tooth that I hate! I hide it from my husband and family because I am embarassed. I can’t afford to continue the procedure for an implant. What can I do? Is there any information you can give me to help me? Thank you.

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Im afriad dental implants… (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

Cheaper alternative for teeth implants

Saturday, October 10th, 2009
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I dont understand why teeth implants are so expensive my dentist quoted me £2000 each i live on benefits and that is a lot of money is there no other treatment to get teeth put in which is not so expensive?

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Dental implants have taken us … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

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