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I’m very scared of the dentist, what should I do?

admin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:29:08 +0000

Q. I am very scared to go to the dentist. This fear has become even greater as I have not dared go for ages and subsequently my teeth have got even worse and now I am even more terrified of what the dentist may say is necesasry to fix them. It is the costs, te treatment, everyrhing that is scaring me. I need help but don’t know where to start. Can you please point me in the right direction?

A. I recommend you contact a dentist who offeres sedation. Schedule a consult and meet with the dentist to discuss your fears. Once you take this step and are comfortable with the dentist let them complete an examination and consult you further on your dental health needs. Take small steps and communicate with the dentist about sedating you for treatment. Over time your fear will be reduced enough to move forward. 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

How much would it cost to fix a small hole inbetween my two front teeth?

admin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:28:04 +0000

Q. Hi, I have a small hole in between my front teeth, it’s very small so I don’t see what can be done about it. I wondered if the dentist would consider removing the teeth with the hole? Or would he just fill it in with a composite material or something? Could you please suggest what he might do so I am aware of the cost? Thank you.

A. I have no idea without seeing the case. You will have to be seen to determine that.

Dr George Kirtley
Smiles By George
www.smilesbygeorge.com
Tel: 317-841-1111
7465 East 82nd Street
Indianapolis IN 46256

What exactly is tooth contouring?

admin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:26:56 +0000

Q. i know what gum contouring is but not entirely sure what tooth contouring is, could you simplify the procedure for me and please tell me why you might need this? I have very small teeth and large gums so i have a very gummy smile but the dentist said he wouldn’t go ahead with surgery on my gums because then my teeth would become very loose I don’t know what else I can do. Thank you for any advice in advance.

A. Tooth recontouring is reshaping the tooth. Usually this is used when you have a small chip or worn area on a tooth. The tooth is recontoured, blending the chip or worn area into a more natural shape. Tooth contouring will not improve your situation. Unless you have loose teeth now the probability of having loose teeth after gum recountouring is small. For an example of what is possible visit our website www.lernerlemongello.com. Under the smile gallery look at Flavia’s teeth. Flavia is the photo on the top row, third from the left. With the proper treatment this is a predicatable outcome. Contact our office if you would like a consultation. 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

How many implants would I need to replace my missing teeth?

admin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:24:31 +0000

Q. Hi doc; My question to u is, I have 4 tooth missing from my upperright side and 4 from my upper left side that is from the eye teeth going back. How many implants would it take to replace them. Is it 1 implant per tooth.

A. The maximum number would be 8 and the minimum number would be 4. In general the more implants placed the better because you are replacing each missing tooth individually. However, sometimes this is not practical due to the amount of bone remaining to support the implants or financial reasons. In this case, implant supported bridges can be placed to reduce the number of implants required. 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 I have teeth whitening done if I have cavities?

admin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:23:33 +0000

Q. Can I have teeth whitening done if i’m been found to have cavities? If i go to the dentist i want to receive the treatment from and he sees that i have cavities will he just refuse the treatment? I have a small hole in one of my top teeth but desperate to have my teeth whitened asap for a photo shoot. I’m going to get the hole fixed as soon as i the shoot has finished.

A. Bleaching teeth with cavaties presents a potentiaol problem and the dentist is being prudent in making sure all the cavaties are corrected before whitening treatment is implemented.

Dr George Kirtley
Smiles By George
www.smilesbygeorge.com
Tel: 317-841-1111
7465 East 82nd Street
Indianapolis IN 46256

How many implants would I need to replace my 8 missing teeth?

admin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:22:08 +0000

Q. I have 8 teeth missing in the uppermouth starting from the eyetooth going back how many inplants would I need to replace these.

A. The maximum number would be 8 and the minimum number would be 4. 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

My front teeth are stained from smoking what can I do to fix this?

admin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:21:11 +0000

Q. my front teeth are stained after smoking what can i do to fix this//

A. Teeth bleaching is the best for this situation.

Dr George Kirtley
Smiles By George
www.smilesbygeorge.com
Tel: 317-841-1111
7465 East 82nd Street
Indianapolis IN 46256

I want my teeth whitened but my dentist only provides NHS dentistry, what should I do?

admin — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 06:25:42 +0000

Q. I want teeth whitening doctor but my dentist is NHS. I know that this is not possible then but what can I do? I don’t want to leave my dentist but really feel that having my teeth whitened could make a real difference. Thanks in advance.

A. You just simply have to weigh out what you can afford. NHS dentistry will never cater to your cosmetic needs and likely will not cater to good comprehensive dentistry.

Dr George Kirtley
Smiles By George
www.smilesbygeorge.com
Tel: 317-841-1111
7465 East 82nd Street
Indianapolis IN 46256

Are there any dentists who can provide cheap dentistry?

admin — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 06:24:13 +0000

Q. I have a strange and probally uncommon qustion I’m lookin for a dentist that maybe willing to do some work for wy girlfriend She is losing her teeth rapidly she has told me that when she was a child she suffered from im not to sure the name for sure but it was called bottle rot or crib rot but it lead to hear havin bad teeth her entier life she is now 26 and they are falling apart at an extream rate and she will soon have none left she has just recently lots a few of her feeling and is now lookin at haveng another tooth pulled because she has only medicade and I hate to see the way it depresses her to know soon she won’t have any teeth left so i have been looking for a dentist with a kind heart to do some work for her pro bono or for a real cheap deal for she dose not work and i do support

her, her child and mine I work for the schools as a custoadian and dont make much thanks for your time

A. Thank you for sharing your situation, it is more common than you think. There are so many wonderful, deserving people but unfortunately the cost is prohibitive to providing charitable treatment to so many in need. I would suggest finding a dental school close to you and seeking care there. Usually the cost is considerably less in a teaching facility. 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

Are there any alternatives to bone grafting for holding in dental implants?

admin — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 06:22:36 +0000

Q. hi, i suffered from periodontal disease and have lost quite a lot of bone. My dentist has said there isn’t enough bone in my jaw to provide the areas of my jaw that are lacking bone with grafts. I w

as wondering if there are any alternatives to bone grafting for holding dental implants? Thank you.

Seek another opinion. Grafting can be done in most situations by qualified implantologists. If you are in the UK , Dr. Komal Suri in Wendover is highly qualified to answer these questions. If you are in the US you can contact me at www.smilesbygeorge.com

Dr George Kirtley
Smiles By George
www.smilesbygeorge.com
Tel: 317-841-1111
7465 East 82nd Street
Indianapolis IN 46256