Category “Dr Patel Answers”

Is there an issue with receeding gums when wearing Invisalign?

February 16th, 2011

Q.
yo dr r. Whats are the dangers of gum recession whilst using Invislign? if this does happen is it reversible?,

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Gums can shrink back if you do… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Riten Patel

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Can I get Invisalign for free on the NHS if I am under 18?

February 4th, 2011

Q.
hi doctor can i ge invisalign for free on the nhs, i am under 18 and still at shool. if not how much do u reckon it’ll cost?,

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I am afraid it is a private tr… (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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Why does the price of Invisalign vary so much?

February 4th, 2011

Q.
I have been browsing around looking at different prices for invisalign across the UK. Why do they vary so much? does the price reflect the standard of treatment or is it all pretty standardised? if i did travel to get a cheaper price how often would I have to visit the detnsit?,

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Look at the experience of the … (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 I get Invisalign on the NHS?

February 2nd, 2011

Q.
Hi doctor. I would like to get invisalign but can’t really afford it. Is there anyway to get it on the NHS?,

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It is only available privately… (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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One protruding tooth, can I get Invisalign?

February 2nd, 2011

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My teeth are fine and pretty straight with the exception of one which sticks out loads. It really annoys me but I don’t know if its worth doing anything about it? could invisalign be used to treat this? if not what other options are there?,

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I am sure Invisalign could hel… (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 invisalign correct an open bite?

January 25th, 2011

Q.
Is it possible for Invisalign to correct an open bite? Additionally is it true that both Invisalign and traditional braces could cause repeated sore throat or other upper respiratory issues?,

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I have not encountered anyone … (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 lost my retainer – what do I do?

January 25th, 2011

Q.
i lost my retainer! i have read horror stories about teeth moving back to their bad position so what can I do about this?,

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You need to get a new retainer… (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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Which coloured foods will stain my attachments?

January 25th, 2011

Q.
Please can you advise me if there are any foods which can stain the attachments fitted on my teeth. I am talking specifically about curries such as a bhuna. Thanks.,

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All curries generally stain th… (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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Could you tell me the details and cost of invisalign?

January 25th, 2011

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Hey. Im 15 and i’ve always wanted straight teeth but i don’t want to wear braces because i think they look really ugly. So i had a look at invinsalign treatment and it looks really amazing and cool. so if you don’t mind giving be the details for this and the net price. Your sincerely,
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Approx costs for invisalign te… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)