How Can I Sort Out My Crowded and Discoloured Teeth?

August 8th, 2014
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Hello Dr Sepehrara, I’m hoping you can give me some advice. I’m very unhappy with my teeth, they are incredibly crowded and they’ve become discoloured. It has really damaged my confidence, so much so that I never smile at anyone now. I feel as though my unhappiness is causing my family to be unhappy too. I take the best care of my teeth that I can but because of the crowding I find it difficult. What can I do?

dr raha sepherara

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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6 Month Smiles or Invisalign?

August 7th, 2014
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Hello, hope you are well! I’m trying to decide between Invisalign and 6 Month Smiles. About a month ago I had a consultation for Invisalign, and the dentist I saw said I might not be 100% satisfied with the results because it might be significantly better at straightening my bottom teeth than the top (my teeth at the top are severely crowded). He seemed to think that fixed braces would be much better for me and as much as I really want Invisalign I looked at fixed braces and found out about 6 Month Smiles. Would this be better for me? 

dr michael akere

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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Am I Suitable for Invisalign After Having Gum Disease?

August 6th, 2014
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Hello. I have suffered with gum disease for about a year now and have been visiting my dentist for periodontal treatment for a number of months to get it under control. I really want to use Invisalign to straighten my teeth, but am I suitable for it after having gum disease? Due to the gum disease there are gaps between my teeth that are quite noticeable. I plan to book a consultation as soon as I can, but I’d love to hear any advice you might have for me. Thanks in advance!

dr adam thorne

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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My Teeth Have Relapsed, What Can Be Done?

August 5th, 2014
Q.

Hi Dr Thorne. I had Invisalign treatment 2 years ago, but I don’t think I wore the aligners for as long as I should have, I mean I would take them out quite often when I probably shouldn’t have, and I didn’t wear the retainers every night. My teeth weren’t really that bad but still enough of a problem for me to have braces to straighten them. I think my teeth have relapsed slightly, as there is a slight overlap between my top 2 teeth. What can be done about this?

dr adam thorne

Dr Adam Thorne

Harley Street Dental Studio
52 Harley Street London W1G 9PR
Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.com Tel: 020 7636 5981

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Can I Still Carry on With My Invisalign Treatment Even Though I’m Pregnant?

August 4th, 2014
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Hi! I’ve been having Invisalign treatment for 5 months but have just found out that I’m pregnant. I’ve not spoken to my orthodontist yet, will be seeing him in just under two weeks but I would just like to put my mind at rest. Will I have to stop the Invisalign treatment whilst I’m carrying my baby? Will being pregnant affect the treatment? Any advice you can give me would be greatly appreciated, thank you!

dr raj kumar

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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Will Tooth-Grinding Wear Away at Invisalign Aligners?

July 30th, 2014
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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.

Dr Darren Cannell & Dr Andy Stafford

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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I’m Worried My Teenage Daughter Won’t Wear Her Aligners Properly. What Do You Suggest?

July 28th, 2014
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Hello.

My daughter turns 15 next April, and our family dentist has made suggestions that she might need braces on both her lower and upper teeth. Obviously she’s at that age where looks mean everything to her and she’s very self-conscious about what people at school might think or say to her. The dentist did mention Invisalign and it does seem like that’s the one she wants to go for but it’s going to cost me a lot of money as I’ve been told they are not available on the NHS. I’d be happy knowing that she was comfortable at school but then I’m concerned that she’ll take the aligners out when I’m not around and obviously that would be a waste of my money. What is your suggestion? Thank you.

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Dr Vasileia Manoloutsou

Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 08443 87 87 88

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My Teeth Are Still Not Straight After 23 Months, What Can I Do?

July 24th, 2014
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Hi Dr Sepehrara, 

I’ve been having Invisalign treatment for nearly 23 months now and my teeth are still a very far cry from straight. My dentist hasn’t been great to be honest and he initially predicted that it would take 8-12 months to sort out my crooked teeth but it’s now been pretty much 2 years and barely anything has changed. My dentist is now suggesting alternatives such as veneers but I’ve already paid over £3000 for Invisalign so that I’d have natural straight teeth. I’m currently on my 3rd set of refinements. What can be done about this?

dr raha sepherara

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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Please Can You Provide Some Information on Vivera Retainers?

July 23rd, 2014
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Hello Dr Akere

I’m thinking of having Invisalign and have looked at the prices on various websites, but my concern is about the Vivera retainer. I know this is something I’ll have to wear after treatment but I can’t seem to find a lot of information about them. Is there an additional cost for the retainer? I’d also like to know how long they last. Hope to hear back from you. 

dr michael akere

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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How Much Does it Cost to Replace an Aligner?

July 22nd, 2014
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Hello Dr Patel. Invisalign braces seem like the ideal option for me because they’re removable and discreet, but I am really clumsy and manage to lose everything so I’m worried I’d lose my aligner! How much would I have to pay if that happened? I also wanted to ask if there’s a cooling off period in case the aligners don’t agree with my for whatever reason? Another worry I’ve got is that I’ll find them painful and just want to take them out all the time. Thank you!

dr riten patel

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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