Dental - March 2007

2007-03-02 09:43:57 · 3 answers · asked by shampapri 1

Im 13 years old and 3 of my wisdom tooth are almost done coming out, but my teeth are getting crowded. Is installing braces into my teeth a good idea?

2007-03-02 09:42:36 · 11 answers · asked by AC 2

I don't mind being put under by gas, but I'm scared of getting an IV in my arm. Is that at all necessary? Please share your experiences. Thank you.

2007-03-02 09:36:30 · 8 answers · asked by vmarie84 4

I have heard a variety of ways to whiten teeth and get rid of smelly breath not related to halitosis. This would be in addition to regular brushing, flossing, and tongue-scraping. Some of the things I have heard include: rinsing with hydrogen peroxide, hot salt water, or diluted apple cider vinegar (yuck!); brushing with baking soda, baking soda mixed with peroxide, baking soda mixed with salt (that seems like nails on a chalkboard!). What are some other ways to achieve results until someone can afford to go to the dentist? Any suggestions for inexpensive products that really work?

2007-03-02 09:23:51 · 4 answers · asked by Mom2My3Gerlz 2

what is best way to correct an underbite--surgery or braces?

2007-03-02 09:21:44 · 2 answers · asked by meN o 1

As a child, I never took care of my teeth, plus my parents don't have the best of teeth so I ended up with bad teeth. About 2 months ago, I got a filling in a major cavity. The cavity went all the way through the tooth, not a gigantic hole, but if I tabbed my tongue against one side I could feel my tongue on my cheek. The filling was fine, but it was sensetive for a while. During the past few weeks, I have lost all sensetivity in it, but about an hour and a half ago, I got a horrible pain in it. It became extremely painful to eat or drink anything, even at normal room temperature. I even avoided drinking some water because after 4 seconds I feel pain in the filling. I brush my teeth in the morning and at night, and I floss at night.

Any idea about what it could be? It doesn't hurt if there isn't any food, water, or cold air in my mouth, I am actually chewing sugar free gum right now without any pain.

2007-03-02 09:10:09 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

My friend told me that everyone has to pull their wisdom teeth out, and it scared me. Do i really have to do that? Can I not pull them out?

2007-03-02 09:08:15 · 38 answers · asked by lnhotie 1

it was root canaled 5 weeks ago and still aches without even touching it . the dentist said it must have died a long time ago when she opened it up, it was partly calcified and the nerve was dry and came out in pieces. before the root canal was completed i had it reopened and cleaned 3 times, so i am very reluctant to have an endodontist redo the whole thing. the xray shows nothing like abcess or cracks and the dentist said the bone around it looks ok..........i am baffled and still taking pain killers. this tooth was cracked in half when i was younger (face plant into curb) ,but they just put filler cement around it and hoped for the best.

2007-03-02 09:05:16 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-02 08:54:08 · 5 answers · asked by eljay 1

2007-03-02 08:49:39 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm 29. I have a BA in political science which I haven't found extremely useful, and don't want an advanced degree in it or law, so I've been considering a career change. How long would it realistically take to do my schooling and become a dentist. Do you have to totally restart on an undergrad level before going into dental school? Or could I do the lower-level science classes at a community college and then go into dental school?

2007-03-02 08:40:02 · 5 answers · asked by mu 4

I brush my teeth morning and night (electric toothbrush, mouthwash and tongue scraper) however every morning i wake up with a nasty clear goop layer on my teeth and the roof of my mouth! i dont understand why or how to get rid of it! its been like this since i was a little kid... HELP

2007-03-02 08:29:15 · 5 answers · asked by Shell 2

I have caramel coloured skin, brown eyes, and brown hair. I'm getting my braces on Tuesday and I'm not worried, but I'd like to know what colours would look nice on me. My friends have suggested pink and blue, pink and yellow, and green and blue. Kay thanks for all your help in advance. Cheers!

2007-03-02 07:55:47 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous

I went to the dentist today and was told that all four of my wisdom teeth need to come out. They have all fully erupted (none below my gumline). Has anyone every had this procedure? I'm being sent to an oral surgeon in a couple of weeks and I'm sure I'll have them taken out within a month or so. Can anyone tell me their story about having their erupted wisdom teeth removed? I know the stories about having to have them cut out..I need to know what to expect with my situation. Thanks so much!

2007-03-02 07:55:41 · 10 answers · asked by Justinsmom 3

i tried to clean it so sm black substance came out....now there is a small pit...its not painfull but i am scared now...is there any way to prevent any further damage to my tooth with out going to the dentist....

please help!!!

2007-03-02 07:53:35 · 4 answers · asked by sophie 2

and we get what we think/feel/believe then how come someone hasn't come and taken care of my teeth/gums that hurt and look bad, as I can't afford a dentist and I really think/feel/believe that someone should take care of my ailing teeth and gums, but it isn't happening. So, where is the LOA in that???!!!

2007-03-02 07:52:58 · 2 answers · asked by Salsa 3

Do the germs stay on the brush and re-infect you (once you are over the cold), or is this just my OCD coming out?

2007-03-02 07:51:59 · 7 answers · asked by Anon 2

2007-03-02 07:28:38 · 6 answers · asked by The great king 1

Hello all I need to find a site that tells me how chewing gum helps you relax during a test because my princibal said we need proof that chewing gum help you relax during a test inorder to chew gum during are ISATS please help me someone.

2007-03-02 07:19:54 · 2 answers · asked by ? 1

I have all four of my wisdom teeth and they have never given me a problem even when they were growing in. A friend of mine told me that their dentist recommended that he have his wisdom teeth pulled even though they have never given him a problem either. Why would the dentist recommend this?

2007-03-02 07:12:44 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

My breath stinks unless i have a mint or gum in my mouth. I brush my teeth (and tongue) twice a day and use mouth wash. but still bad breath. I brush past the reccomended two minutes, and use mouth wash for a minute and a half. Any suggestions?

2007-03-02 07:07:40 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-02 06:46:23 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

Ok I am a dentist in Ireland so initially it may seem strange for me to post a question in the dental section but as an Irish dentist I'm not privy to practices in Eastern Europe,especially Hungary.
I have several patients with extremely advanced tooth decay which I can treat for X price.I'm now informed this is MUCH cheaper in Hungary for people who need a large amount of work,extensive crowns,implantology.
I have no problem with people saving money and going elsewhere if they need a lot done , however I need to know if ANYONE HERE HAS HAD DENTAL TREATMENT IN BUDAPEST BY HUNGARYDENTAL COMPANY

what was your impression of their work?
In Ireland we provide standard implant for 3,000EURO..
IN HUNGARY APPARENTLY ITS 900EURO

As I cat enquire as a member of the Irish Dental Association I would like to hear from people with first hand experience,

Paul

2007-03-02 06:16:27 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I can not chew my food any more and my face swells up often.This not being fixed can cause alot of other health problems that are very serious.

2007-03-02 06:01:38 · 11 answers · asked by special_i_tyd69 1

I have VERY sensitive teeth. I've tried Crest White Strips but they make my teeth hurt and the whitening stuff burns my throat! Are there any effective systems that will not agitate my sensitive teeth?

2007-03-02 05:50:08 · 6 answers · asked by aeic05 1

well I am about 13 years old and i have had my braces for half a year. My teeth are perfectly lined up already, but i just have to move my over bite back about...2 mm. My orthodontists said in the beginning 1 year 10 months, but if my teeth are already lined up, and my over bite would be fixed within one year's time [ now only 6 months to go], how long would this take?

2007-03-02 05:36:57 · 4 answers · asked by wyatt 1

2007-03-02 05:05:08 · 4 answers · asked by bellababe 1

wednesday i had two wisdom teeth pulled out and they're having a blood donation at school on monday. would it be okay for me to giving blood?

2007-03-02 04:49:53 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-02 04:39:33 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-02 04:08:04 · 9 answers · asked by ? 1