Posts Tagged ‘orthodontic treatment’

I’m 24 and think I have a deep bite/over bite.

Monday, March 30th, 2009
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Dear Dr Patel, I’m 24 and think I have a deep bite/over bite. If i bite together I can only see the last 2-4mm of my bottom front teeth, and one of my top front teeth sticks out a bit. I’m just wondering what sort things are done for adults to treat this sort of thing? Its quite scary reading online about expanders, extractions and even jaw surgery and wondered what might actually be involved in any treatment and whether deep bite restricts options.

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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

do i need to remove my milk teeth and adult teeth and have them replaced?

Monday, March 30th, 2009
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Hi doctor, i have had this problem for years. I am from Singapore and I am 21 years old. I have 2 milk teeth and it didnt drop so now the adult teeth grew behind in at the top jaw making me look like a vampire. Its funny but it kinda hurt my tongue when I sleep. Its too late to remove my 2 front milk teeth otherwise I will look like I lost 2 teeth. What do u recommend? I wanted braces but I wana know if there are faster way of solving this other than braces.I thought of extracting the 2 milk teeth and adult teeth and replacing it but Im not sure whether my actions are recommended.Im gona get married soon and I wana look my best,thats why I really dont wana get braces.Thank you doctor. DO reply me. Really need help.

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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

My teeth are overcrowded in my mouth and I have large front teeth

Monday, March 30th, 2009
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Can you help? My mouth is overcrowded and I have large front teeth, I saw an orthodontist when I was younger but he advised me all was ok! I beg to differ. As I have become older my wisdom teeth have come through, which I think is now causing teeth to overlap and become crooked. I have been too afraid to ask as I find it difficult to talk about and am scared that I am beyond help. My smile affects everything in my life due to low confidence and low self esteem. I would love to get something done! Is there still hope?

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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

Will I be able to have two front teeth again? Can the gap be opened up again to fit two front teeth? Can my lateral incisors ether side be used to create a bridge for four teeth?

Monday, March 30th, 2009
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Hi Can you help. I’m 31. healthy teeth no fillings. I had both of my upper central incisors knocked out in my late teens. One was saved but the gap wasn’t filled. Unfortunately the gap got smaller. Over time the saved tooth had to be extracted, as the gap is only wide enough for 1 front tooth I had a Maryland bridge fitted. I have had this now for 4 years. The dentist that did the work assured me if the bridge came out he wouldn’t charge me because it was part of the treatment. When I had to return to have it re-fixed he charged me and said he would continue to charge!! This caused conflict and I haven’t returned since. I am very apprehensive to trust a new dentist and quite embarrassed about my situation. Will I be able to have two front teeth again? Can the gap be opened up again to fit two front teeth? Can my lateral incisors ether side be used to create a bridge for four teeth? Sorry if it sounds complicated Any comments would be appreciated Thanks

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

Could you advise cheaper alternative orthodontist for ligunal and regular braces in central london?

Sunday, March 29th, 2009
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Hello I’ve just seen an orthodontist regarding repositioning/straightening my incisors to achieve a better smile (they currently protrude slightly, in particular one of them). I would prefer invisible braces (lingual)and I was quoted £7,500 (or £6,000 for lingual on the top teeth and regular braces on the bottom). He estimated the process should take 12-15months. I would like to know whether these are representative costs for this treatment? Also, could you advise a cheaper alternative/location for a cheaper orthodontist. I am based in central London where the orthodontist I visited is also based. Regards and many thanks for any advice offered.

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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 that you can suggest to improve my teeth and smile

Sunday, March 29th, 2009
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I Had braces when i was 14 for 2 years, however i am very unhappy with my teeth. i have quite a small mouth therefore a small smile. i revisted my orthodontist explaining i was not very happy and she said i would never be able to have the smile i want because my mouth was to small. My friend however was at the same orthodontic practice with a differant dr. it was the last year they were doing some kind of surgery for free , which she was given. she now has perfect teeth, the size of both her teeth and mouth are very similar to mine. Is there anything you can suggest, and also do you have any idea of the surgery she owuld have had? thanks

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My dentist refered me to an orthodontist for overcrowding

Sunday, March 29th, 2009
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My dentist refered me to an orthodontist for overcrowding. When i went to see the orthodontist he said that I could have braces (train track) on my upper teeth following 2 extractions, as my front teeth are slightly gowing back and the two teeth either side are protruding outwards, i believe he said it was a grade two. He also mentioned that as on my left side the gum has receded due to the tooth protruding and I may or may not require an operation to correct this but would only be able to tell after having the braces on. I was just wondering if youcould advise if any other treatment maybe applipcable so Icould look into it further.

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I have a large gap between my two front teeth (about 4mm) and my right canine is missing

Sunday, March 29th, 2009
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Hi, I really hope you will be able to answer my question quickly, as my problem is causing me a lot of unhappiness. I am 21. I have a large gap between my two front teeth (about 4mm), and my right canine is missing. I actually think that it is the tooth that is meant to be between my canine and the front one that is missing, but the canine has moved into the position that the missing one should be. (Sorry for that awful explanation). All of my other teeth are straight and very healthy, top and bottom. I was wondering what kind of treatment I would need to fix this problem, to make me have a nice smile, and a rough guess at the cost. I’d really appreciate any help, thank you in advance!

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

Can I straighten my teeth with invisalighn then have veeneers and crowns?

Sunday, March 29th, 2009
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Can I straighten my teeth with invisalighn then have veeneers and crowns?Is there a risk of them drifting back and the veeneers leaking causing potencial root canal?

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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

Hi I have two daughters both have bottom teeth overlaping what is the best option to correct?

Saturday, March 28th, 2009
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Hi I have two daughters both have bottom teeth overlaping the top and over crowding. My dentist has told me that they have to wait until the jaw bone is fully grown before they can start treatment to straighten their teeth and also surgery. My younger daughter starting to lisp due to her teeth. I am getting very concern about this. they are 12 and 14 I need to know what is the best option to correct their teeth.

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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