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Toothaches During Pregnancy

Posted on July 16, 2019 by writeradmin.

I’m trying to decide if I need to see the dentist or if this is just pregnancy-related. I woke up with a horrible toothache across my upper right teeth. It felt like I did the last time I needed a root canal treatment. A friend mentioned this happens in pregnancy even when nothing is wrong. […]

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Porcelain Veneers are Too Shiny

Posted on June 29, 2019 by writeradmin.

I recently got porcelain veneers and I hate them. The teeth are so shiny it is unnatural looking. It’s so obvious they are fake because real teeth don’t shine this much. Is there a way to lessen the shine on them? Marcy Dear Marcy, When porcelain veneers are done, the glaze is super important. It […]

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Disqualified from Teeth Whitening for Service

Posted on May 31, 2019 by writeradmin.

I’m frustrated. When I signed up with my new dentist it was with a free teeth whitening for life offer. All new patients received it. The only caveat was that you had to keep up with your cleanings and they’d provide tubes of teeth whitening gel. I’d done it once, had two cleanings and then […]

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Is It Possible to Get a Beautiful Smile After 25 Years with Dentures?

Posted on May 16, 2019 by writeradmin.

I’ve had dentures for a little over twenty-five years. While they have been a decent replacement for me, they’ve never been attractive. I met someone who has dental implant dentures instead of just dentures. They look much nicer. Is it possible for me to get a beautiful smile after all this time? Lilly Dear Lilly, […]

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What’s the Difference Between a Holistic Dentist and a General Dentist?

Posted on April 30, 2019 by writeradmin.

I’m confused about something. I told my sister I was looking for a general dentist and she said I should really be looking for a holistic dentist. She’s one of those people who (even though she doesn’t realize it) is always looking to show she knows more than you do. Because of that, I didn’t […]

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Worried about Dentist’s Recommendation

Posted on April 13, 2019 by writeradmin.

I’m getting a smile makeover but am having doubts about the dentist I chose. His mane is Dr. —— [Name redacted] He wants to do CEREC veneers and plans on them being 5 mm. I’ve done some research and that seems thick to me. My sister-in-law suggested I contact you because you’re known for good […]

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Loose Adult Teeth

Posted on March 26, 2019 by writeradmin.

Can an adult tooth which is loose be saved? I noticed this morning that I have two loose teeth. They’re right next to each other. I don’t know if I damaged them without noticing or if something else is going on. I do know they wiggle when I move them. Is this something that can […]

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Trouble Speaking After Porcelain Veneers

Posted on February 11, 2019 by writeradmin.

I’ve had 10 porcelain veneers made. When he put in the temporary veneers, everything felt fine. However, since getting the permanent veneers I’ve had trouble speaking. Do you have a recommendation for me? My dentist can’t figure out what’s going on. Lisa Anne Dear Lisa Anne, Something is off in what you’re explaining to me. […]

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Teeth Whitening and Tetracycline Stains

Posted on January 30, 2019 by writeradmin.

I have tetracycline stains and I’d really like to improve my smile. Will teeth whitening help? Bernadette Dear Bernadette, Tetracycline stains are among the most difficult type of procedures for a cosmetic dentist to work on. Generally, teeth whitening doesn’t help. Though, some dentists have gotten them whiter with the Kör Whitening System. It’s not […]

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Dental Implants for Diabetics

Posted on January 23, 2019 by writeradmin.

I recently lost three adjacent teeth. I’d like to get dental implants, but my dentist said I cannot because I have diabetes. He wants me to get a removable partial denture. I’m really disappointed. Is there no way for a diabetic to get dental implants? Violet Dear Violet, The only time there is a concern […]

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