Q.
hiya
I went to the dentist to get veneers as I have badly discoloured teeth.
I have an overjet and the dentist said he could also deal with that, I agreed.
When I was having the treatment I looked in a mirror in the bath room and noticed that the dentist has shave off nearly 3/4s of my teeth. I has not agreed to this amount and I was pretty unhappy. The dentist had intimated that the procedure would be pretty straightforward and non-invasive. becasue he took so much off I had to have crown fitted instead of veneers on some of my teeth.
Now that the process is finished you can STILL see the discolouration through the crowns/veneers.
what can I do about this?
A.
If you still have discoloration and see through the crowns bring this to the attention of the dentist. If it is not acceptable to you, he may have to re-treat these teeth making the veneer/crown thicker. Dr. Lemongello
Q.
Hello,
I have two teeth missing on my upper jaw and I have been for a consultation with my dentist who tells me that my jaw bone may be too shallow for implants and that if i wanted the procedure, would have to undergo a bone graft. I just wondered what does this entail? I have also heard mention about cow bones, is it true that you use them and is that successful? Also, Around how much would the Traditional Bridge cost for only two front teeth?
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It is quite common when considering implants that not enough bone remains due to the removal of the tooth. A bone graft procedure simple entails adding bone to the site with the implant to provide a larger foundation of bone for support. Many different sources of bone graft material are available from synthetic to natural sources. Discuss with your doctor what type of bone graft material you are comfortable with. And the cost of a traditional bridge for 2 front teeth varies greatly depending on where you live, the type and materials used and the expertise of the doctor. Dr. Lemongello
Q.
Hello doctor. I have a conundrum for you today. I go to the dentist every six months as recommended and attempt to take pretty good care of my teeth. Up untill now I have never has any cavities which has been good. However the last time i went to the dentist he tole me that i now have seven cavities that will probably need filling.
How could this have happened? I have not in any way knowingly changed anything in my lifestyle that could be the obvious cause of this. Could the dentist have missed them previously? or could there be some other cause?
any speculation/inkling? What is your opinion please doctor?
A.
Hello. Thank you for your enquiry. In your particular case it could be all of the above. The best case scenario is to seek a second opinion. This will give you at least a clearer view of what is going on to help with your case. I hope this has helped you. Dr Kirtley
Q.
Hello Dr Lerner & Lemengell. My problem is that i have very severe stains and discolouration on my teeth from drinking too much of the usual suspects. i.e. tea, coffee and the nightmare that is red wine,. Yes, the three main culprits. I have taken time out to have a look at your selection of teeth whitening options and was wondering which of them would you recommend as the best out of zoom, enlighten and the at home teeth whitening sets? I would like to thank you very much for your time
A.
Hello and thank you for your enquiry. Teeth whitening can in some cases be unpredictable but for the best results to be achieved I would recommend using at home whitening kits which utilize custom trays and whitening gel provided and supervised by the dentist. This is a professional route that can be done at home and delivers great results. Warm regards. Dr. Lemongello
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hello Drs Lerner and Lemengello. Can you please assist. i have spots on my teeth which my dentist tells me can’t be removed with the usual teeth whitening or bleaching. I have been looking into other treatments and wondered which you would recommend, cosmetic bonding or veneers. although i worry about how much damage veneers will do to my natural teeth. which would you suggest? And what are the prices for each procedure?
thanks
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It is not possible to make a recommendation without seeing your situation. Consult with your dentist on what they would recommend. However, in general bonding or veneering requires some minor reshaping of the tooth for a successful outcome. Bonding is usually less expensive but the life expectancy of the material is less than porcelain. Also, porcelain is usually more natural in appearance, stronger and will last longer. Dr. Lemongello
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Hello Doctor George Kirtley. I am hoping you will be able to provide some assistance in my particular dental problem in that I have great teeth, however my dentist cannot match my caps to my natural teeth. I would like to know the approximate cost(won’t hold you to it,since we have not made an appointment). How long do snap on smiles last? would like upper and lower and am aware how this procedure works. Please give me at least a general price. Would like to have done right away. Thank you
A.
Good day to you and thank you for sending in your question. Based on what you have said I would say that the Snap on smiles are anologus to a toupe’…..they are strictly for show and not function….I am not an advocate for them. See a qualified cosmentic dentist…if you are in the UK I would reccommend Dr. Komal Suri, Wendover, Buckinghamshire. I hope that is of some help to you.
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Hello Drs Lerner and Lemengello. I would like to sincerely thank you for your response to my question but I�m still unclear on the matter. I need a full set of teeth on both top and bottom and was quoted for two titanium posts for each full denture and two full sets of dentures. I have removable, regular dentures on the top and need five loose teeth pulled on the bottom so that i can have two full sets. please give me a ballpark quote. most of this damage was due to a car accident many years ago. It would be so wonderful to have permanent teeth again.
sincerely;
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Hello and thank you for your question. It is not possible to give you a quote on the cost for dental procedures without examining your situation. I would recommend you consult with at least 2 different dentists in your area to get an idea of what your treatment will cost. I hope that is of some assistance on the matter. Dr. Lemongello
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My
wisdom teeth have been coming through for around the last year, at intermittent stages but it always comes back and hurts like hell. They have hardly come through though which makes me think there may be a problem. Will they eventually come through or should I get to my dentist?
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I would recommend you see your dentist and have this evaluated. It sounds as if it is not going to get any better without treatment.
Dr. Lemongello
Q.
Is teeth whitening safe for teeth? I have heard some people say they get sensitive teeth?
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hi many thanks for your email, the main side effect of teeth whitening is sensitivity. however it does subside after the treatment is finished. hope this is helpful.
Dr Kailesh Solanki
Q.
My dentist gave me a night guard which was specially made for my bottom teeth. It was more a test to see if grinding my teeth at night is what is causing my problems. I wore it last night and now my teeth and jaw ache and I have a headache. Could the mouthguard not be fitting properly or something? It fits okay as far as I can tell but then why should it cause me more aggro?
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It sounds as if it is not adjusted properly to your bite to relieve stress or perhaps it may not be the right type of appliance depending on what jaw problems you are having. Consult with your dentist as soon as possible so he is aware of your problem and can correct it.
Dr. Lemongello
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