Dental - March 2007

I have a lot of teeth that are rotting. I have been avoiding going to the dentist, although I know I need to. (Please do not tell me to go to the dentist) I am going to the dentist soon, but want to know what my options are before I go and the dentist tries to convince me to do something about it right then and there. I am only 25 and don't want most of my teeth removed! I know the damage root canals can cause. What else can I do and would those options be more expensive than a root canal or extraction? If you can give some advice, especially websites, I'd greatly appreciate it. Please no sarcastic remarks. Thanks.

2007-03-01 15:37:32 · 5 answers · asked by Luv2HelpYou 3

i am having oral surgery in a year or so and would appreciate any information on ANY aspect of the surgery because i don't know what to expect. thanks.

2007-03-01 15:23:50 · 2 answers · asked by Cate 1

i am going to have to get oral surgery to fix an open bite and my orthodontist said that i'll have to get braces BACK on to do the surgery. he didn't really explain why and i'm confused. why on earth would you have to get braces to get jaw surgery. especialy cause i've already had braces and my teeth are perfectly straight already. he said they'd have to be on for about 6 months after the surgery. does anyone know anything about this?

2007-03-01 15:10:28 · 3 answers · asked by Cate 1

does anybody bite the inside of their mouth and it turns from a small gouge into a open wound or ulcer after a day or so...then it takes like a week to heal? just wondering what can be done and if anyone else does this

2007-03-01 15:03:17 · 7 answers · asked by harry-mcphail@sbcglobal.net 1

Trident White gum claims to whiten teeth; if fact, they say it has been proven. I was wondering what kind of stuff they have in the gum...Does the gum only whiten the parts of the teeth that it comes into contact with? Will the bottom parts of the teeth be whiter than the tops?

2007-03-01 15:02:21 · 5 answers · asked by Panda 3

2007-03-01 14:46:39 · 12 answers · asked by Amanda h 1

2007-03-01 14:32:37 · 5 answers · asked by lisa M 1

i had an impact on my right frount tooth witch is now changing coulor but does not hurt? if i do need a Root Canal, do i need it imeadiatly? or in like a month becuse im booked in to see a dentist in a month and i am woundering will it be dead then???

2007-03-01 14:06:28 · 9 answers · asked by tim9100 1

my teeth is not straight and i am planning to get braces. i am wondering how dentists take off the teeth, since the teeth stick into your jaw so strong.

P.S. I know dentist will give u a shot b4 taking off the teeth so that u feel numb. however...do u really feel nothing? what does it feel like?

2007-03-01 13:44:31 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

what is the best and worst case senero? I would think 250$ or less per tooth for removal?? my insurance covers 85% which i think would make the cost cheap? also on average how much does an office visit cost without the insurance

2007-03-01 13:35:51 · 5 answers · asked by hls 2

My daughter is 14 months old and has no baby teeth. Should I be concerned?

2007-03-01 13:31:12 · 3 answers · asked by lilahummer 1

Over-brushing often caused tooth to become sensitive and translucent. Bushing too little end up not clean. What to do?
Which should comes first, brushing before breakfast, or breakfast before brushing? Brushing - breakfast - brushing will make teeth sensitive sooner or later.
Can anyone please give your advice. Thank you

2007-03-01 13:25:05 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

And when I do get rid of it, how will I know? I regularly go to the dentist, I floss three times a day, I use Listerine, I brush. Any ideas why I stink?

2007-03-01 13:05:42 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

I went to a clinic that was on a sliding fee seemed great in the beginning exrays exam ect. The my first visit was a month away and it was not to fix my broken tooth. They pulled a tooth I am sure could have been saved. When I left the appointment The computer was down and I have heard nothing since. I am not complaining about this as I do not want this kind of dentistry. I want my teeth. The dentist was unprofessional and quit mean. No insurance means no saving your teeth he said. I am resourced out and its getting worse . My sister and I had a cleaning business we worked for two years and at the same time I broke my tooth she lost her car so we now are out our business we worked at so hard and put all resources into for the last two years. I feel in dire straights with my life . Please help me with giving me some advise on what you would do . Thanks

2007-03-01 12:55:36 · 8 answers · asked by margo322 3

How is the procedure done?

2007-03-01 12:45:01 · 13 answers · asked by blondie 2

I am 27 years old, scheduled to have my wisdom teeth removed under full anesthesia. I will remove my 2 upper wisdom teeth along with one molar. Any ideas of what type of stuff I should have on hand for my recovery? I already have tea bags for clotting my blood....any other ideas?
Any sugeestions would be appreciated! Thank You!

2007-03-01 12:40:23 · 17 answers · asked by Mandi 2

Why or why not.....

2007-03-01 12:36:48 · 11 answers · asked by blondie 2

Is gingivitis contagious?

2007-03-01 12:24:23 · 8 answers · asked by lost2day 6

2007-03-01 12:14:00 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

The other day I got a root canal and now its hurting like hell. problem is im in the process of moving and I brought all my medication to the new house. now (in my apartment) I have no medicine. What should I do?

2007-03-01 11:53:59 · 4 answers · asked by amina 1

im gona ask my parents to get me brace how much will they cost? i only need straighting in my top teeth and i think my teeth might have to be moved acuse the top teeth doesnt align with the bottom, one of my canines grew liek sideways and cause of that it moved my fron t teeth to the left , preventing my top and bottom teeth to align, how much would this cost? thats all i could get my feeling my teeth. how much woudl it be with or w/out insurance? any good places in Georgia?

2007-03-01 11:38:14 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

do you know the average of getting a root canal?
When (if you did) get a root canal?

2007-03-01 11:29:16 · 6 answers · asked by idonnowutmysnshouldbe 1

2007-03-01 11:26:59 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-01 11:26:50 · 1 answers · asked by schwalmy 3

2007-03-01 11:10:57 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I don't have full dentures, just a couple of fake teeth hooked into my braces (to fill gaps). I got sick the very next morning after having them put in. (sneezing, runny nose, etc.) Could I be allergic to my new teeth?! well thanks!

2007-03-01 11:06:45 · 6 answers · asked by 77684 3

2007-03-01 11:01:39 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-01 10:56:42 · 11 answers · asked by yellow 2

2007-03-01 10:54:47 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have to get a filling in one of my teeth in the back of my mouth. What are they going to do...is it going to hurt???

2007-03-01 10:54:26 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous