Dental - July 2007

This afternoon I had a cavity filled near the front of my mouth.. and now a small area above the filling (on the gum) is black/brown-ish.

I know it was a composite filling (whatever that means?) I tried brushing my teeth, flossing, rinsing.

Will this ugly looking spot go away soon?! Should I call my dentist?

I don't want to smile now.. =(

2007-07-09 16:52:20 · 3 answers · asked by cage_fighter_09 1

Or will I have to remove it myself..

2007-07-09 16:42:55 · 3 answers · asked by roxythecat 2

I have some serious vitamin and mineral deficiencies... Calcium and vitamin D are the most deficient. I take a ton of supplements. yet this problem has gotten to the point where I can't eat the way I need to be eating. I have talked to my doctors about this and finding a dentist who is both patient and not going to cost me 20, 000 bucks... to have my mouth taken care of.... any suggestions would be most helpful ... SERIOUS ANSWERS ONLY>

2007-07-09 16:40:59 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have semi stained (yellow) teeth. I'd like to get my teeth whiter. I'd also like to have my two front teeth because they are too long because of bonding. I don't want to have four or six fake looking bright teeth on top though and the rest look even more yellow.

2007-07-09 16:13:18 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

Is there anyway other than getting a new cap to cover the black line at the top of my cap?

2007-07-09 16:07:11 · 3 answers · asked by Sharon E 1

I had braces for just over 5 years, and I have now been braces-free for about 1 1/2 years. I have a permanent retainer cemented on the back of my bottom teeth, but I have a normal removable retainer for my top teeth.

My question is, will my teeth ever stay put if I don't wear my retainer? I wear it only at night, but if I skip a night or two I start getting a gap between my two front teeth! Will I have to wear my retainer every night for the rest of my life???

2007-07-09 15:54:40 · 2 answers · asked by grayhare 6

About a week ago, I went to the dentist for a cleaning. They said there were several "small" cavities that they had to touch up. Does this mean they're going to put a sealant on or actually fill them in? Also, I've had several fillings in the past without Novocaine because I was afraid to get one. The drill was absolutely HORRIBLE. However, the last time I went, I asked for the shot. I didn't even really feel the shot, and it was SO much less painful. I'm really concerned because I'm not sure if the cavities are in the same region as previous ones. I also don't know how many they're going to fill. Will I need more than one shot? Does the shot hurt if they're towards the front of my mouth? AHHH!

2007-07-09 15:26:26 · 4 answers · asked by most.serene 2

i might have to have open bite jaw surgery. Has any one ever had the surgery? what is it like? does it hurt? does your face look differnet after surgry? any info. would help thank you !

2007-07-09 15:23:22 · 2 answers · asked by 72543 1

I often drink water with lots of fresh lemons in it....I know the acid from lemons can erode tooth enamel so is there a chance of this happening from the water?

2007-07-09 15:21:23 · 7 answers · asked by beetee 2

Hello everyone -

I've noticed on some of my teeth they look longer or my gums have receded. This is mostly on the lower front teeth and is likely due to aggressive brushing since I really don't have this problem on other teeth. I also have noticed one tooth is loose on the front lowers, and I don't know if it's due to gum recession or if that's because my teeth has become crowded due to wisdom teeth coming out.

Is the loose tooth more likely a result of gum recession? is the loose tooth more of a result of overcrowding? Will soft tissue grafting help out with this and other front lower teeth where the gum has receded?

And finally, how much does this cost without insurance? Thanks in advance for your help...

2007-07-09 15:16:36 · 2 answers · asked by SJL 1

are there any dentis that don't use credicare for insurance

2007-07-09 14:36:30 · 6 answers · asked by shygirl 1

I have to have my impacted wisdom teeth removed. I have heard when the teeth have already popped out it is like a 3 day recovery to feel normal agian but with impacted it hurts and is alot worse. I can get an appointment to remove mine july 16 but i am going out of town july 20. Will i feel fine to go on vacation after just 3 1/2 days or should i wait till i get back for a later appt?

2007-07-09 14:34:32 · 7 answers · asked by dani L 2

My dentists says that a crown he put in about 10 years ago is a little loose and that he wants to investigate by pulling it off. Does not seem loose to me, but I don't want to force it. He indicated that worse case he may have to extract tooth or replace crown ($1000+, insurance may only pay half). Tooth has never caused me any problems since crown was put on.

To anyone with dental expertise, what is my recommended course of action? Should I start a process which could result in a extraction of a tooth which is not causing me problems? Or spend alot of money on a crown replacement. If tooth is extracted, then what?

I am somewhat concerned that he may be "drill prone". For example, I still have my wisdom teeth in (I'm 47). My former dentist recommended doing nothing because they have never caused me problems. My current dentist suggests that I have them removed, which I have resisted. Why undergo expensive, painful dental surgery for something that causes no pain?

2007-07-09 14:32:38 · 5 answers · asked by Robert M 1

I work very hard, but dont have any dental insurance. My teeth need major work. I would love to smile again. I work in sales and my confidence it low. My little boy passed away last summer and my self esteme is very low. It would help me a great deal to get my teeth fixed. I can make payments and would love for someone to answer my prayers. Thank you.

2007-07-09 13:08:33 · 5 answers · asked by Roger 1

2007-07-09 13:06:47 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hi. My husband's tooth is infected and we can't afford health insurance. So, if anyone knows a good home remedy or a good over the counter medicine (that actually works) please let me know. Thanks.

2007-07-09 12:21:54 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

This is the third time it came out and everytime they add a new filling, they drill more of my teeth. Do you think i would need a root canal?

2007-07-09 10:51:58 · 5 answers · asked by surferbabe_jl 2

I have a third front tooth.
Its not really in front but righr behind my to front teeth
Why?

2007-07-09 10:44:07 · 2 answers · asked by Ohshnapps 2

my orthodontist told me to use hydrogen peroxide on my teeth at least 4 times a day to clean out the bacteria&stuff on my braces.
how do i do it?
do i dilute it half and half and then sish,spit out


or what??


k thanxxx

2007-07-09 10:37:10 · 4 answers · asked by PrincessaBella 2

Two weeks ago part of my tooth broke exposing the filling. My dentist removed the filling, then replaced it and repaired the break with a Ceric cap. How long will it hurt to chew on this new cap?

2007-07-09 09:43:38 · 2 answers · asked by pureevilpopstar 3

my plate is broken what can i use to adhere them togrther

2007-07-09 09:35:48 · 2 answers · asked by denise l 2

okay its kinda embarresing but i have like chronic bad breath. i like dont noe what to do. i brush my teeth well, use a tongue scaper, and floss. and then i use mouthwash before i go to school. and then like five minutes later i have this horrible taste in my mouth and i didnt even eat anything!

i feel like i have to be constantley eating something like skittles or something to make it better. and im like so embarresed that i have to stand like ryl far away wen talking...

and i talked to my dentist, and all she gave me was the tongue scraper, which obiousley didnt work. some ppl even like mention it, or clue it in i guess. but i cant help it, i do everything but i have horrible breath. please help from anyone.

-Laura

2007-07-09 08:57:24 · 6 answers · asked by ilovedancee 2

I just got done the dentist and now i am really numb on one side of my face, i have important things going on in an hour, what is the best way to get ride of the numbnest feeling.

2007-07-09 08:54:56 · 3 answers · asked by Insdelendpgdn987 1

I have to research fluoride/fluoridation for a job interview as a student dental nurse, on Thursday. Can anyone help me? as I can't seem to find much info on fluoridated areas on the net help!! :)

2007-07-09 08:46:01 · 3 answers · asked by Thinker 3

I have a back molar with an amalgam filling that I had replaced last week with a white filling. It appears to me that a thin line of the amalgam filling was left behind, as I can see it between where my tooth stops and the white filling begins. Also, the filling color is a 'yellowed' white and does not match the natural color of my tooth. Am I being picky here, or should the visible line of silver be gone, and the filling match more closely with my natural color on the molar? Thanks in advance!

2007-07-09 08:09:51 · 5 answers · asked by woolgirl 1

If i go to college to get an associates in dental hygiene then how many more years and what type of school would i go to to become a dentist

2007-07-09 08:08:08 · 5 answers · asked by dani L 2

I have not been to a denitist for over 17 years had no insurance couldnt effort to go, I was wondering is there such a thing that laser surgury can remove teeth or they still have to do it the old fashion way? I need to have all my teeth remove now I am looking for a good dentist since I am very nervous about all this.

2007-07-09 07:33:27 · 3 answers · asked by xsweetiex44 1

my filling has fallen out, my dentist can't see me for two weeks.
Anyone had experience of using a temporary filling? what material did you use? Did it work?

2007-07-09 07:33:21 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

sedation. Has anyone had this done? If so did you feel any pain and what does the sedation feel like, thanks for your comments.

2007-07-09 07:30:22 · 11 answers · asked by Lee Lee 5

i have ok teeth...p they are kindof straight.
i want braces...but not like the metal ones,
the plastic clear one i can only wear alittle when i want to
do u think i can get those at the dentist?? because me teeth r mostly straight, just want to fix them up a little...u think i could get them??

THANKS=]

2007-07-09 07:06:02 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous