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Can An NHS Dentist Help Me With Bone Resorption?

February 9th, 2015
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I have significant bone resorption & pain from a two year old implant. The bone wasn’t great in the beginning but it has got worse and the stump is now exposed. I have been dedicated to keeping it clean. I have another which I have had no problems with.
I do not have the funds to rectify this privately. Can I use an NHS dentist to help?
The place I used had an offer on but I think the dentist was quite inexperienced in implants. For my first implant I had additional bone grafted but on this one she said “there’s plenty of bone there” and took some from further along my jaw.
Some advice on what to do would be great and also any thoughts on the original grafting. Would I have been spared this if she had only placed some extra bone in?

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Dr Nick Fahey
Woodborough House Dental Practice
21 Reading Road, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LR
Web: www.woodboroughhouse.com Tel: Tel: 0118 984 3108


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42 Harley Street, London W1G 9PR
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I Have An Implant Which Aches Occasionally. What Could Be The Cause Of This?

July 19th, 2014
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Hello Dr Moore, my problem is that I have an implant that aches off and on. It has ached occasionally for the last 18 months. It has been in place for four years. I need it to be used as part of a bridge since the tooth next to it is missing. The missing tooth is one of the implants that came out. There is not enough bone left to put another implant in. Do you think something is wrong with the implant?
What would make it ache in this way. It only does it occasionally. I originally had four implants and so far three of them came out. I had bone grafting as well and the grafting has now deteriorated. Thank you in advance for your reply. I hope you can help me with this.

dr andrew moore

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 01245 268 494

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My two teeth that i had apicoectomy’s on 20 years ago are infected, what’s the best way forward from here?

July 17th, 2013
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I have two teeth at the very front of my lower jaw that had apicoectomy’s approx 20 years ago and are now infected. I understand from what I have read I will need bone grafting, possibly a small/mini implant and that there is an above average chance they may fail – can you give me any advice on the way forward, suitable treatment (I don’t want more bone damage or anything that could fall out / break etc) and if I can find a good experienced implant dentist could they treatment work. Many thanks for any advice.

dr andrew moore

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 01245 268 494

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I may need bone grafting to get dental implants. How long is the process and how much does it cost?

March 18th, 2013
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I had a bridge Rt.upper gum,but one of the teeth had root canal treatment due to infection,It is not viable any more,it woun’t hold a bridge,been to dentist,& dentist explained that an implant would be better choice,but x-ray shows,bone at the root is very thin & nearly communicating with Max.sinus floor,may need bone grafting,can you please adv me as how long will be the process & as how much it will cost,thanks

dr andrew moore

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 01245 268 494

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Am I a suitable candidate for bone grafting and dental implants?

November 17th, 2012
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i am 43 and have very severe gum disease which has resulted in me losing quite a few teeth. I have, as a result lost a lot of bone and wear a partial denture. i was considering a fixed denture or implants but my dentist is not qualified in the bone grafting needed to make this option possible. it is causing me some distress now and i’m finding it hard to get the proper advice. could you explain whether bone grafting and implants may be an option and how successful this process is. I am a smoker, but am taking steps to quit. Can you help?

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Dr Glover
Fergus and Glover
160 Union St Aberdeen AB10 1QT
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My teeth look longer. Is this due to gum recession. Could I get implants?

May 1st, 2012
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I am considering having the remainder of my teeth removed and full dental implants fitted. I would like to know how many implants are necessary to support full ceramic bridges for both upper and lower jaw with 12 teeth on each. I am asking as I have conflicting advice about this. Another concern that I have is that my own teeth appear very long presumably due to receding gums and I would like to know if this can be improved with the new crowns. I do not want to end up with teeth that look as long as they do now. I look forward to your reply. Thank you for your time.,
dr andrew moore

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 01245 268 494

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Is there any alternative to invasive treatments I have been recommended for bone loss?

March 31st, 2012
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Hello Dr Moore. I thank you for taking time to consider my enquiry. I was reffered to a periodontist by my dentist as I told that I have quit a bit of bone loss. During my consultation I was told that for being 30 years old 30% bone loss is bad also considering I have short roots, I am at loss for losing my teeth prematurely. I was told I will need to have a bone graft placed as well as some proteins that will help in regeneration. Are there any other alternatives that are not as invasive and costly but that have similar results? Thank you for your time.,
dr andrew moore

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 01245 268 494

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Can I get teeth replaced with all on 4 and then get grafting done at later date?

March 20th, 2012
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Hello Dr Fahey, Can you advise on my current situation. Is it possible to have the all on 4 system in order to replace eight teeth on both the upper and lower jaw with a bridge rather then getting a denture. Then in a few years time to begin the more complex bone grafting/implants for the sinus area? I love the immediate function of all on 4 but do have doubts on the long term if all teeth are places just on 4 implants. I would appreciate your feedback on this situation if you have the time please.,
dr nick fahey

Dr Nick Fahey
Woodborough House Dental Practice
21 Reading Road, Pangbourne, Reading RG8 7LR
Web: www.woodboroughhouse.com Tel: Tel: 0118 984 3108


Harley Street Dental Studio
42 Harley Street, London W1G 9PR
Web: www.harleystreetdentalstudio.comTel: 020 7636 5981

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Should I opt to have implant bone graft in your opinion?

March 18th, 2012
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I have three implants together on the lower right side of my jaw done 17years ago. The middle implant is failing with the gum and bone receeding. Two dentists recommend the same treatment ie remove middle implant and fit new bridge across the three implants. However one dentist recommends an implant bone graft while the other does not as it would be of no use. I,m in the experts hands as to the answer.The bone has considerably receeded under the middle implant but not seriously affected the implants on either side however the steel is visible. My question is? Do I have the implant bone graft or do I allow the bone to rebuild naturally as far as possible. I look forward to hearing from you..eamon,
dr andrew moore

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 01245 268 494

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What would cause implant to wiggle and feel loose?

January 28th, 2012
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hi, about two year ago to brook the last tooth on my lower left and then my dentist did a bone crafting and she did an implant. and 3 days ago I went in for my regular cleaning and they did an xray and everything but no one mention anything about that tooth. The very next day I felt some soreness paticular implant and later that day I touch it and it is wiggly and been sore since then. My question for you is what cause that implant to be wiggle like that ? and tomorrow I will contact my dentist and let her know about this. Do you think that implant still under warrenty? Any suggestion of what should I ask her or what should I do in this situation. Thanks,
dr andrew moore

Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 01245 268 494

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