Posts Tagged ‘smoking’

I’ve Lost A Lot Of Bone From Gum Disease, But Now I Have It Under Control I’d Like To Know If Anything Can Be Done To Close The Gaps In My Smile?

Thursday, February 13th, 2014
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Hello Dr Moore,

I was subject to bad periodontal disease caused by smoking. The bleeding went on for a long period of time before I had it seen to but by then it was far too late, the damage was done. I have the disease under control now through regular cleaning but I’ve lost a lot of bone apparently and gum recession of around point 4. The gaps are quite noticeable but my dentist keeps saying there is nothing that can be done. I’d like to know if it’s true and that nothing can be done? Thank you for your help and advice.

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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 Smoking Cause My Infection To Swell Further?

Friday, February 7th, 2014
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Hi Dr Moore, I really hope you can help. I’m 19 years old and have my wisdom teeth coming through, I have had my bottom left one already come through, it caused a little bit of pain but now it is fully through now.
My bottom right one is coming now and has become infected, causing a swelling around my cheek and gum, I had it drained quite a bit yesterday by the dentist and it’s now more comfortable. I am a smoker so will smoking cause more swelling? Or will it infect it further? Thanks, I hope you can offer me some advice on this.

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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

My Dentist Has Said My Implants Have Failed Because I Smoke. Could This Really Be True?

Tuesday, February 4th, 2014
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Hi Mark. I recently had 2 implants fail (upper molars) after 2 years. My dentist said this is because I smoke, is that really likely to be the cause after 2 years? I thought the main risk was in the early stages? I avoided smoking (practically) during the first 6 months. I am 46 and otherwise healthy. I would appreciate any advice on this. My dentist didn’t offer any failure plan at the time, so I will need to pay to have these done again! Thanks.

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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

Hello, I Have Severely Crooked Teeth, But I’m Terrified And Don’t Know Where To Start. Is It Possible To Be Knocked Out For All Appointments?

Friday, November 15th, 2013
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Hello, I am 29 year old female, with severely crooked teeth, heavy smoking has created severely tar stained teeth, recess gums, periodontal problems etc. I had a bad experience and am now terrified of going but my bottom four front teeth are feeling a little loose and my incisors have twisted back from my wisdom teeth beginning to show through, it is destroying my life, but I’m so terrified I don’t know where to start, and can’t really afford major surgeries which I know I need.
What kind of treatment plan would you give if I was a patient of yours and is it possible to be knocked out for all appointments? Thank you x

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Dr Hussein Shaffie The Sandford Dental Implant and Cosmetic Centre 306 Broadway, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 8AA Web: www.thesandford.com Tel: 02083037051 Email: [email protected] View My Profile Dr Shaffie

How Many Visits To The Dentst Does Teeth Whitening Require?

Tuesday, July 2nd, 2013
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Hello doctor I just want to ask you if you could possibly make my teeth white from yellow and how many visits will it require? I noticed that if I brush them like 1 to 2 months 2 times a day they become white but not bright white. I smoke a lot and I just can’t cut it and I don’t really have time to brush them or getting bored to wait for the results. I work a lot so I don’t want to have to take lots of time off work in order to have this treatment done. I don’t even know how to go about getting the treatment, I’m new to the cosmetic side of things. I just feel that it is the best option for me as I won’t have to worry about the appearance of my smile for a while then. I also want to know how much will it cost for making them white from yellow. I live in Coventry. Thanks in advance.

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Dr Kalpesh Bohara The Dental Suite 27 Park Road, Loughborough, LE11 2ED Web: www.dental-suite.co.uk  Tel: 01509 231144 3 Rutland Street, Leicester City Centre, LE1 1RBTel: 0116 312 0054 View My Profile Dr Bohara

Is It Possible To Still Have Gum Grafting If The Tissue That Is Used Comes From An animal?

Monday, June 3rd, 2013
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hello, i have periodontal disease an my gums are receding badly,i cant hant have a graft because i have been told their is not enough tissue there to do it,is it possible to still have grafting because i dont want to lose my teeth which are fine,i did look at a site somewhere,that they can do grafting with another animals tissue ,instead of taking it from the roof of the mouth,also i do smoke a lot,also their is a company with a product called qsiant i was wondering does that work? wouldnt it be ideal if the tissue came from my own mouth? i don’t really know how it all works, a little explaining would be great before i head into getting this problem fixed. thanks 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

Smoking Has Stained My Already Crooked Teeth, What Treatments Are There For Me?

Wednesday, March 6th, 2013
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hi dr I wanted to ask how much will it cost all together to fix my teeth which is stained really bad from cigarettes, I have been smoking for a long time maybe 15 years or more and it is horrible to have a yellow tint on your teeth. Also I think that the bottom row needs to be straightened? I may need braces for the bottom row,basically I need a full teeth whitening or I think you call it bleaching? I am in a bad way over my teeth and think that lots of treatment is needed all over, am not really show about filling but I would like the full top and bottom fixed please and whatever else that needs to be fixed which i dont know about my teeth… thank you

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Dr Hussein Shaffie The Sandford Dental Implant and Cosmetic Centre 306 Broadway, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 8AA Web: www.thesandford.com Tel: 02083037051 Email: [email protected] View My Profile Dr Shaffie

My gums have been receding, what treatment is available to stop this?

Friday, March 23rd, 2012
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Dear sir, I have gaps in my teeth from the past two years, slowly in the front lower teeth gum’s is been reducing to some what level. Now i am in dilema that whether i should take treatment for gum problem or for gaps in between the teeths? . so please help me with detail information regarding this issue.. i am scared & nervous.

And how long the treatment will go ?, After seeing ur website i got some idea that what are the treatments are available inoreder to cure the dental problems.

Thanks.

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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

I have bruxism, am I still a suitable candidate for implants?

Wednesday, September 14th, 2011
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I have receeding gums and worn down teeth due to bruxism since childhood. I am now 50 and it is getting worse. Can I have implants when I have to lose teeth or is this not feasible? I have already lost a tooth and possibly losing another back tooth due to grinding. I have read that sufferes of bruxism cannot have implants as their gums and bones are already damaged by this condition. I am also a smoker. I DONT even consider having to result in dentures that would be my worst nightmare. Is there anything that can be done to haice set of teeth for people like me. I live in the UK.

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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

Are gum grafts the best option for my gum disease?

Monday, July 11th, 2011
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Hi, Im 34 and I have severe gum disease especially on my front bottom teeth the gum no longer fills in between the teeth and I have been told I have lost a bit of bone there as well. Apparently the gum disease is hereditary and I also used to smoke but I gave this up when the dentist told me if I smoked anymore then I would have no teeth left by the time I got to her age.

I am starting to get really conscious of this now, what are my options? I have heard of gum grafts could this help me?
Thanks

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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