Archives for November, 2010

What is the maximum level of tooth filing the dentist should perform? My dentist seems to be taking more and more.

November 30th, 2010

Q.
So what would you say is a safe level of tooth filing? I am concerned because my dentist just seems to keep taking more and more off so what is a minimum?,

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Literature reports that 0.5mm … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Raha Sepehrara

The Dental Suite
36 Frederick Street, Loughborough Leicester, LE11 3BJ
Web: www.dental-suite.co.uk Tel: 01509 231144

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Is it in no way possible to drink tea when wearing the aligners?

November 30th, 2010

Q.
Day 2 and I\’m getting the shakes. My morning, afternoon and interluding cups of tea being abesnt have sent a termor through my body. is it really the worst thing to drink tea with the aligners in? I can taste it right now…,

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Do not drink anything apart fr… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Riten Patel

18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames, Surrey, KT12 1HS
Web: www.mulberrydental.co.uk Tel: 01932 223 479

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I have the symptoms of TMJ and it is very painful. Can Invisalign help?

November 30th, 2010

Q.
I have all the symptoms of tmj very painful.Can invisalign help.,

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I would recommend you see a co… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Raha Sepehrara

The Dental Suite
36 Frederick Street, Loughborough Leicester, LE11 3BJ
Web: www.dental-suite.co.uk Tel: 01509 231144

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My son has been told Invisalign is not suitable for his overbite and crossbite. Is this true?

November 30th, 2010

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my son in his twenties has been told that invisalign is not suitable for his overbite and crossbite and there are some twisted teeth. i thought this treatment was advisable for most things. can you advise me on this matter. Regards.,

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It depends, invisalign can mov… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Riten Patel

18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames, Surrey, KT12 1HS
Web: www.mulberrydental.co.uk Tel: 01932 223 479

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Can the Invisalign aligner be used as a substitute mouthguard for teeth grinding?

November 29th, 2010

Q.
can the aligner be used as a substitute to a mouth guard for grinded teeth?,

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No, an aligner has a different… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Raha Sepehrara

The Dental Suite
36 Frederick Street, Loughborough Leicester, LE11 3BJ
Web: www.dental-suite.co.uk Tel: 01509 231144

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After having my braces taken out two years ago I was

November 29th, 2010

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After having my braces taken out two years ago I was pretty lax with my retainer. I am now paying the price for my stupidness! Is there a chance if I promise that I won\’t take the micky again that I could get Invisalign?,

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I am sure you could you would … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Riten Patel

18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames, Surrey, KT12 1HS
Web: www.mulberrydental.co.uk Tel: 01932 223 479

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Is Invisalign suitable for a 13 year old with an overbite?

November 29th, 2010

Q.
i am thirteen and have an overbite. Is Invisable right for someone of my age?,

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it is as correct as having met… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Raj Kumar

Forma 86
86 Harley Street, London Greater London, W1G 7H
Web: www.forma86.com Tel: 0800 015 0569

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There is a tear in my aligner. Can you tell me how long it takes to get a new aligner?

November 29th, 2010

Q.
my aligner has a tear in it. I need to see my dentist soon as but can you tell me how long it would take to get a new one? Should i go back to the one before in the meantime>?,

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If the cracked aligner has bee… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Michael Akere

London Bridge Dental Practice
108-110 Tooley Street, London Greater London, SE1 2TH
Web: www.lbdp.co.uk Tel: 0207 407 1920

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Would you advise that I go with Invisalign or veneers for my buck teeth and overbite?

November 29th, 2010

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I am in a muddle to go with two different treaments: buck teeth are my problem and there is also issues with an overbite. I know Invisalign should be able to help but is there any chance veneers could be used? What would be your recommendation? Is there a big gap in price?,

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The answer depends on how buck… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Kailesh Solanki

Kissdental
157 Woodsend Road, Flixton, Manchester, M41 8GN
Web: www.kissdental.co.uk Tel: 0161 748 5250

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I have had two failed orthodontic treatments in the past. Would invisalign work for my underbite?

November 29th, 2010

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When I was younger I underwent two cases of orthodontic treatment but still my teeth are not how I want them to be. that is why I am now having a look at the Invisalign braces . Would you say invisalign could work where others have failed for my underbite?,

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Hello, I would advise a consul… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)