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Should I have a dental bridge or implants?

Thursday, February 24th, 2011
Q.
i have a couple of missing teeth but don’t fancy the ordinary dental implants, would i be able to have bridge put in instead? my teeth are all healthy around the missing ones, i had to have them taken out because they were broken from an accident. what do you suggest? thank you.
A.
Implants are far and away your best choice long term. 
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I would like a full mouth reconstruction, what is the first step I have to take?

Monday, February 21st, 2011
Q.
Hi, I am in dire need of a full mouth reconstruction. Over the years, I’ll admit I haven’t looked at me teeth as good as I should have and the majority of fallen out, as a result of this my mouth now appears to be fallen to one side. My front teeth have decayed badly and my gums bleed a lot. I know I should get this looked at but I can’t afford dental care and I have a major phobia of the dentist. What do you recommend I do? Thank you Dr.
A.
Dentistry has changed in many positive ways.  You are going to have to contain your fear and seek the help of a dentist.  Many dentists are trained in conscious sedation to reduce your fear and anxiety. Unfortunately, extensive dental treatment can be costly.  Start by consulting with a qualified dentist who specializes in complex dentistry.  You can then discuss your options and cost of treatment. Financing may be necessary.  Dr. Lemongello 
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There are cracks and chips on my teeth and the enamel is wearing away. Can anything be done?

Thursday, February 17th, 2011
Q.
there are cracks on my teeth and i have noticed that the enamel is wearing away. for my top teeth there is also a chip on one of them close to the front ones. can anything be done?
A.
You have many different options available to you depending on the extent of the cracks.  It may be as simple as no treatment.    If the cracks are bad enough some form of restoration like a veneer may be needed.  Visit our website at www.lernerlemongello.com for examples of what is possible.  Dr. Lemongello
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What treatment would remedy the broken portion of my tooth and would it hurt?

Thursday, February 17th, 2011
Q.
Like a dummy I managed to fall over and break a portion frmo my front tooth. What kind of treatment could ai HAVE TO make it like it was before? I am a bit concerned about the kind of pain treatment will involve if you can take that into account.
A.

The treatment depends on how much of the tooth is broken.  It may be a simple retsoration with a bonded tooth colored material. The treatment to restore you tooth is not painful.  Consult with your dentist on what options are available.  Dr. Lemongello 

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Following having teeth bonded with composite to fix broken teeth is it possible to have them filed down?

Wednesday, February 16th, 2011
Q.
Hi. My 10 year old daughter broke her 2 upper front teeth.It is an arch shape. The doctor bonded them with composite.I’m wondering if it possible to file both teeth shorter as they are already longer than the other teeth.I also want to know how short can they be filed and if this would affect her speech or looks in any negative way.
A.
I am sorry to hear of your daughter misfortune.  It seems the dentist performed the appropriate treatment restoring the teeth to their original length.  If the teeth seem too long than it is a result of the position they have erupted in to. She is only 10 years old and significant growth will occur probably making her teeth seem more appropriate in size. If not, The appropriate treatment would be to move them with braces into the proper relationship and proportion with her other teeth.  You would not arbitrarily file down or shorten teeth.  Ultimately this would damage the teeth.  I would recommend you consult with your dentist and perhaps an orthodontist to evaluate your daughters situation.  Dr. Lemongello
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