Can sedation be used for fearful patients?

November 24th, 2009

Q. What kind of sedation could be used for a patient like me who has a great fear of the dentist? Even for a normal check up – is it possible to get some sedation to make the process more bearable?

A. hi many thanks for your email, i think for a checkup maybe oral sedation such as diazepam could be considered and for treatment IV sedation could be considered. hope this is helpful.

Dr Kailesh solanki

dr kailesh solanki

Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental
www.kissdental.co.uk
Tel: 0161 748 5250
157 Woodsend Road
Flixton Manchester
M41 8GN
UK Practice of the Year 2007

Is it normal to hvae translucency at bottom of teeth?

November 24th, 2009

Q. On my front teeth I can see right at bottom of them that they are ever so slightly transparent. What I mean is that I can see thrtough them slightly. My dentist did not mention sucha thing when I had my check up two weeks ago and they cause no pain so I don’t think there is anything wrong. But, could you tell me if this could lead to a problem or is it nothing?

A. The edge of your tooth has a natural zone of translucency where the tooth is thin. This is normal. Dr. Lemongello

dr lerner & dr lemongello

Dr Lerner & Dr Lemongello
Lerner & Lemongello
www.lernerlemongello.com
Tel: (561) 627 9000
5602 PGA Blvd, Suite 201
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida FL 33418

At what age are you allowed to have braces?

November 24th, 2009

Q. What age would you say is a good time for a child to get braces. My daugter is now 10 and her teeth that are coming through, I can see are going to be crooked as mine were when I was younger. I left my teeth till quite late to get sorted and hated myself for it, so I want to make sure she does not have the same problem. Is she too young yet for them? What age would be good?

A. hi many thanks for your email, the generally rule in england is to let all the adult teeth erupt before orthodontics is started. the main age would be around 12-14. hope this is helpful.

Dr Kailesh Solanki

dr kailesh solanki

Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental
www.kissdental.co.uk
Tel: 0161 748 5250
157 Woodsend Road
Flixton Manchester
M41 8GN
UK Practice of the Year 2007

What is the most common dental sedation used?

November 24th, 2009

Q. Could you please tell me what the most common kind of sedation dentist use during treatment? I am just trying to get an idea for a certain treatment I am thinking about.

A. The most common form of sedation is nitrous oxide. Second would be the use of anti-anxiety medication. Dr. Lemongello

dr lerner & dr lemongello

Dr Lerner & Dr Lemongello
Lerner & Lemongello
www.lernerlemongello.com
Tel: (561) 627 9000
5602 PGA Blvd, Suite 201
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida FL 33418

Can not afford dentist but need advice for improving teeth?

November 23rd, 2009

Q. At the moment I just don’t have the money to go to a private dentist and have been unable to get onto a NHS dentist. When I brush my teeth they are bleeding a bit and I know this cannot be good but I can not get treatment. Is there anything you can recommend for me to do at home to help?

A. hi many thanks for your email, the best advice would be to floss and brush twice daily, also when brushing brush the gums as well as the teeth. hope this is helpful.

Dr Kailesh Solanki

dr kailesh solanki

Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental
www.kissdental.co.uk
Tel: 0161 748 5250
157 Woodsend Road
Flixton Manchester
M41 8GN
UK Practice of the Year 2007

Is invisalign or inman aligner better for straightening teeth?

November 23rd, 2009

Q. Which of invisalign and the inman aligner would you say is best for straightening teeth?

A. The Inman Aligner is used for a different situation than Invisalign and traditional orthodontics. Invisalign is used for more comprehensive orthodontic treatment like traditional braces. The Inman aligner is used more for treating minor crowding or alignment issues. Your dentist would have to decide which is the best option for your situation.
Dr. Lemongello

dr lerner & dr lemongello

Dr Lerner & Dr Lemongello
Lerner & Lemongello
www.lernerlemongello.com
Tel: (561) 627 9000
5602 PGA Blvd, Suite 201
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida FL 33418

What sedation do most dentists use?

November 23rd, 2009

Q. What kind of iv and sedation do most dentists use? Are some more risky than others are all of good standing? I just want to see what is available when it comes to my treatment.

A. hi many thanks for your email, the main drug used for IV sedation is called midazole which is a very safe drug. hope this is helpful.

Dr Kailesh Solanki

dr kailesh solanki

Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental
www.kissdental.co.uk
Tel: 0161 748 5250
157 Woodsend Road
Flixton Manchester
M41 8GN
UK Practice of the Year 2007

Is gummy smile something people are born with?

November 23rd, 2009

Q. Is a gummy smile something that a person is born with or does it develop as a person grows up?

A. A gummy smile is developmental dependent on a number of factors as the person grows.It can be a skeletal/dental issue, a lip/smile issue or combination of both.
Dr. Lemongello

dr lerner & dr lemongello

Dr Lerner & Dr Lemongello
Lerner & Lemongello
www.lernerlemongello.com
Tel: (561) 627 9000
5602 PGA Blvd, Suite 201
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida FL 33418

Tooth filling hurts when it does not usually?

November 23rd, 2009

Q. I had a filling yesterday which went quite deep into the tooth. Since then I have been experiencing pain which I have done so before when getting fillings before? Is this normal? The filling went quite deep so is there any chance it has hurt the nerves?

A. hi many thanks for your email, if the filling was deep then there tooth can sometimes take time to settle, if the tooth does not settle the fillinf maybe too deep and the tooth may require root canal treatment. hope this is helpful.

Dr Kailesh Solanki

dr kailesh solanki

Dr Kailesh Solanki
Kissdental
www.kissdental.co.uk
Tel: 0161 748 5250
157 Woodsend Road
Flixton Manchester
M41 8GN
UK Practice of the Year 2007

Is home teeth whitening kit solely up to me?

November 23rd, 2009

Q. If I were to acquire a home teeth whitening kit from a dental practice then would it all be up to me from then on to keep things going? Would there be any more appointments at the dentist or will I just be sent on my way.

A. Once you have the take home whitening it is up to you to use it.  The dentist is there to check your progress and be available if you have any problems or questions. 
Dr. Lemongello

dr lerner & dr lemongello

Dr Lerner & Dr Lemongello
Lerner & Lemongello
www.lernerlemongello.com
Tel: (561) 627 9000
5602 PGA Blvd, Suite 201
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida FL 33418