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Enamel Deficiency

Nancy Clelland DMD, MSD — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 02:10:00 EST

Question: i have enamel problem. i often face a problem when i eat lemon. imli @ such type of food. then i cant eat normal food. what i should do for it. And what is the reason behind it.

Answer: Lemons contain a lot of acid which can erode enamel with enough exposure. If enamel is already lost, crowns may be indicated. Other causes for enamel loss include stomach acid with acid reflux disease or frequent vomiting as in bulimia.

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Sores in Mouth

Ed McGlumphy DDS, MS — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:10:00 EST

Question: I had all my teeth out september I had stitches but they have gone now i have these hard bumps on my gum which is hard and sore please could u advise

Answer: These are probably loose or sharp pieces of bone under the tissue. You should return to the dentist who removed the teeth for evaluation and treatment.

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Possibility of Dislodging Crown?

Nancy Clelland DMD, MSD — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 07:10:00 EST

Question: I recently had a permanent crown on a tooth, though covered with what was called temporary cement. I was instructed to floss that area horizontally (pulling across), rather than pulling up. However, when flossing the other night, I accidentally did pull up once slightly, though not very hard. Since . . .

Answer: It is certainly possible that you dislodged the crown. You should see your dentist for an evaluation.

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Contacts Between Implant Crowns

Alfredo Hernandez DDS, MS — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 02:10:00 EST

Question: I had two separate implant crowns placed in 4 and 5. It is hard for me to insert the floss in between even with the thinnest floss so I have been using the threader. I am afraid that it may cause pressure on these two implants. Should I go back to my dentist and have it adjusted?

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Answer: Yes, you should.�

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Dental Implants & RA, Osteoporosis

Ed McGlumphy DDS, MS — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 18:10:00 EST

Question: I`m currently taking Fosamax (taken sporadically for 4 years) & several other medications (Humira, Voltaren, Arava) for Rheumatoid Arthritis, as well as folic acid, vitamin D, & iron supplements. With all the articles related to Fosamx & dental extractions or implants, I`m concerned if I . . .

Answer: You are correct that a slight risk for some exposed or necrotic bone in the mouth after extractions or implant placement has been linked to patients taking Bisphosphonate drugs, of which Fosamax is one. However, the primary risk seems to be in patients taking IV bisphosphonates for breast cancer or . . .

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Loss of Taste Following Two Upper Crowns

Nancy Clelland DMD, MSD — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 03:09:00 EST

Question: Hello, two days ago I had permanent crowns placed over two upper molars on the left side of my mouth. As both teeth had had root canal therapy previously this was done with minimal discomfort without injections or anaesthetics of any kind. The first night was fine, but the day after the permanent cr . . .

Answer: Thank you for visiting NetWellness.

The sense of taste should not be diminished by crown placement.

Best wishes.

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Severely Worn Teeth

Ed McGlumphy DDS, MS — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 18:09:00 EST

Question: Hello.I have severe worn teeth.On the Glidewell Laboratories website I`ve seen a dental product called transition crowns and bridges.Would this be a good option?Do they prepare your teeth then cement these over your teeth?thank you

Answer: The "transition crowns" advertised are plastic crowns that can be done supposedly less expensively than porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns. Yes, the teeth are prepared and the plastic crowns are cemented. The problem is that even the best plastic crowns will likely not last more than a year. So the "tr . . .

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Periodontist or Oral Surgeon-Dental Implant?

Nancy Clelland DMD, MSD — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 19:08:00 EST

Question: I suspect that an oral surgeon will say an oral surgeon is best, and a periodontist will say a periodontist is best, for a dental implant. The tooth in question is the upper left central incisor, tooth #9. Could I have an independent opinion, with the basis? Offhand I would say an oral surgeon ha . . .

Answer: There are certainly excellent oral surgeons and periodontists in regards to implant placement. �Your referring prosthodontist or general dentist probably prefers to make this choice for you based on his/her experience with previous referrals.

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Dentures for Cerebral Palsy

Ed McGlumphy DDS, MS — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 20:08:00 EST

Question: I`m 55,have cerebral palsy and severe worn teeth.could you give opinion on the most stable prosthesis.tooth root anchor supported over-denture?mini implant denture? implant bar splintered denture?implant supported bridge?Do they make a small less bulky denture that would be stable and fit my mouth?t . . .

Answer: Clearly the implant-supported bridge would be your best and most stable option. However, it would also be more expensive but likely worth it over time given your situation. Any of the options �should be customized to fit your mouth. �

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Gum Surgery to Place Dentures?

Julie Holloway DDS, MS, FACP — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 23:08:00 EST

Question: My mom had gum surgery a few mos ago and then had new dentures put in. Ever since then she moves her bottom jaw up and down about 5 times a day. when i tell her about it she says she can`t help it, but it`s annoying. There`s no sound to it, but it drives me nuts. What is this caused by, because befo . . .

Answer: Thank you for visiting NetWellness. Unfortunately, you have not provided enough information for our experts to be able to provide you with an answer. It will likely require a dental visit to observe her movements to figure out what is going on.

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