Category “orthodontics”

Should My Aligners Feel This Loose?

September 2nd, 2014

Hello Dr Sepehrara. I’ve got a small problem but I don’t want to ignore it in case it’s really important and ruins my whole treatment. It doesn’t feel like my aligners are fitting properly.My first set really hurt my gums and I was really aware of them, and my gums only stopped hurting when I started with the next set. I’m still on the 2nd set but they feel quite loose, like there’s no strain at all. Is this normal, or should I feel more pressure? I don’t think they fit right in comparison with my first set. What do you think?

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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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Should I Get Braces or Veneers?

August 18th, 2014

Hello! I’m really hoping you can give me some assistance. I’ve got a very large and noticeable gap between my two front teeth at the top, which I’ve had since childhood. I’m 27 now and would like to have something done to fix it, and my NHS dentist has suggested private treatment. I don’t really know of any private dentists in my area though so am having a bit of trouble deciding what to do. I’ve done some research online and have been looking at veneers as well as braces. Which would you suggest?

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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 Aligner is Bent. Should I Visit My Orthodontist?

August 11th, 2014

Hi Dr Patel, hope you are well. I’ve been wearing Invisalign aligners for a good 2 months now and so far am very happy as there have been no problems. But the other day I dropped my aligner on the kitchen floor and it sort of looks bent now. It still fits alright but should I go to my orthodontist about it anyway? I’ve got quite a while to go until my next visit but I’m worried that the bend will affect my treatment even though it’s only very slight. Do you think I should make an appointment?

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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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Will Tooth-Grinding Wear Away at Invisalign Aligners?

July 30th, 2014

Hello Drs Cannell & Stafford. I suffer with Bruxism and have to wear a mouth guard at night to stop me from grinding my teeth. My teeth are very crooked though so I would like to have braces. My dentist says I should have traditional fixed braces but I would much prefer to have Invisalign. I can see why my dentist doesn’t think I should have Invisalign as I wouldn’t be able to wear the guard at night but I would like a second opinion anyway. Would my tooth grinding wear away at the aligners? I really don’t want big metal braces so are there other options for me if I can’t have Invisalign? Thank you.

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Dr Darren Cannell & Dr Andy Stafford

The Cosmetic Dental Clinic
2 Old Eldon square, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, NE1 7JG
Web: www.thecosmeticdentalclinic.com Tel: 0191 260 3688

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Does Chlorine Stain Invisalign Aligners?

June 25th, 2014

Hi, I have a query about Invisalign. I swim professionally, and have been looking into using Invisalign to straighten my teeth. Would I be able to do this? I swim for a few hours every day, would I be able to keep the aligners in? My concern is they might get stained by the chlorine in the water. I’m seeing an orthodontist next week but I thought I’d ask for some advice from you before my consultation. Thank you.

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Dr Sandeep Kumar

Smilestylist Ltd Birmingham
Ground Floor, Corporation Street, Birmingham, B2 5JS
Web: www.smilestylist.co.uk Tel: 0121 236 2127

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Can Crowns Be Used to Straighten Teeth?

June 18th, 2014

Hello, I have a question to ask. I’m 65 years old and have been to see my dentist about having my teeth straightened. I assumed he would suggest braces of some sort, but he wants to do it by using crowns – 20 of them! He told me that my teeth won’t move easily with a brace, but when they’ve been crowned they will be re-aligned, so not crooked anymore. I just thought I’d come to you for a second opinion. Can teeth be straightened with crowns?

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Dr Sandeep Kumar

Smilestylist Ltd Birmingham
Ground Floor, Corporation Street, Birmingham, B2 5JS
Web: www.smilestylist.co.uk Tel: 0121 236 2127

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Can I Switch From Damon Braces to 6 Month Smiles?

June 17th, 2014

Hello, I was wondering if it’s possible to switch treatments. I recently had Damon braces fitted, but then I found out about 6 Month Smiles afterwards and they sound better. Can I have the Damon braces removed and replaced with 6 Month Smiles? The reason I’ve got braces is to adjust my front teeth into a better position. The lower 2 and upper 3 are slightly crooked and I’ve previously had 3 teeth removed.

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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 Invisalign Treatment Suitable for My 13 Year Old Son?

June 17th, 2014

Hello there, I have a question on behalf of my 13 year old son. Now that all his teeth have come through, we are considering braces as they are quite crooked and lacks confidence at school. He says he would feel much less awkward wearing Invisalign because they’re much less visible than the chunky metal braces. Would he be able to have Invisalign treatment even though he’s only 13? Thank you for any advice you might be able to offer.

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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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Are There Any Discreet Braces Suitable for People That Grind Their Teeth?

June 5th, 2014

Hi, I’ve been looking into braces for a long time now but I grind my teeth at night. My dentist has been trying to get this under control but it’s still a really bad habit of mine. Is there any discreet brace you can recommend that would be suitable for me? My teeth were already misaligned before I started grinding my teeth…so that isn’t the problem! I wanted Invisalign but have been told because they’re aligners they won’t be suitable because of the grinding. Thank you for your help!

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