MY 12-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER WENT TO THE DENTIST. THE DENTIST FOUND THAT SHE HAS A DEAD TOOTH, SPECIFICALLY TOOTH 2. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHETHER THE TOOTH WILL GROW ANY FURTHER AT ALL AND WHAT WILL HAPPEN TO IT NOW.
MY 12-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER WENT TO THE DENTIST. THE DENTIST FOUND THAT SHE HAS A DEAD TOOTH, SPECIFICALLY TOOTH 2. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHETHER THE TOOTH WILL GROW ANY FURTHER AT ALL AND WHAT WILL HAPPEN TO IT NOW.
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Dear Sir/Madam! A dead tooth must first be appropriately treated with root canal therapy: cleaning the root canals and filling the canal with a synthetic material. If the tooth crown becomes darkly discoloured, it can later be restored with a veneer, or, in the case of more exten
Dear Sir/Madam!
A dead tooth must first be appropriately treated with root canal therapy: cleaning the root canals and filling the canal with a synthetic material. If the tooth crown becomes darkly discoloured, it can later be restored with a veneer, or, in the case of more extensive damage to the crown, with a root post and an artificial dental crown.
Dear Sir/Madam, last summer, half of a tooth on the lower left (the second-to-last tooth) broke off. My dentist told me that I had had deep caries and already then “predicted” that it was uncertain whether the tooth would be all right. Because of pain, I visited her at the beginning of May. She removed the filling and
Dear Sir/Madam,
last summer, half of a tooth on the lower left (the second-to-last tooth) broke off. My dentist told me that I had had deep caries and already then “predicted” that it was uncertain whether the tooth would be all right. Because of pain, I visited her at the beginning of May. She removed the filling and found inflammation. She placed Toxavit, but because of the pain I went to the emergency dentist, who reopened the tooth and placed medication again. My dentist has now already started cleaning the canals (three of them); two could be cleaned, but the third could not, so she placed medication again and scheduled me for another appointment. I would like to know whether every such inflammation already means a granuloma, or when can we say that it is one? I have read that most people have an X-ray taken, but I did not, so perhaps the dentist already assessed that it was not necessary? Otherwise my teeth are healthy; until now I really have not had problems, and I am 28 years old.
Thank you very much for your answer and kind regards.
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Dear Sir/Madam! Root canal treatment of a tooth means in every case that after the procedure is completed the tooth will be dead, while the root canal (where before treatment there was soft pulp tissue or its remnants) will be filled with a synthetic material (gutta-percha). The
Dear Sir/Madam!
Root canal treatment of a tooth means in every case that after the procedure is completed the tooth will be dead, while the root canal (where before treatment there was soft pulp tissue or its remnants) will be filled with a synthetic material (gutta-percha). The quality of the filling of this canal determines whether the periodontal tissue in the area of the root tip (where the canal opens outward, into the bone) will be inflamed or not. After some time, chronic inflammation at the root tip is also visible on an X-ray as a radiolucency or dark shadow, which may be called a granuloma.
Hello! I have a gap between my teeth (between the two central incisors) and I would like to correct it. I know veneers are a good solution, but they are fairly expensive. I would like to know whether there is another way to correct this, and of course a cheaper one. Thank you!
Hello!
I have a gap between my teeth (between the two central incisors) and I would like to correct it. I know veneers are a good solution, but they are fairly expensive. I would like to know whether there is another way to correct this, and of course a cheaper one. Thank you!
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Dear Sir/Madam! The crowns of both central incisors can be built up with composite material (the material used for white fillings). The solution is quick, aesthetic and inexpensive. The procedure is reversible because it does not require intervention in the tooth enamel. The dura
Dear Sir/Madam!
The crowns of both central incisors can be built up with composite material (the material used for white fillings). The solution is quick, aesthetic and inexpensive. The procedure is reversible because it does not require intervention in the tooth enamel. The durability of the work described is considerably lower than with aesthetic veneers, but the procedure can easily be repeated.
Hello. Around New Year, the filling in my upper right second premolar fell out. The dentist who works under the concession said the nerve would have to be removed because the cavity was too deep. Treatment followed, and then I had the bad luck that while eating the inner wall of the tooth broke off, so now the tooth is
Hello. Around New Year, the filling in my upper right second premolar fell out. The dentist who works under the concession said the nerve would have to be removed because the cavity was too deep. Treatment followed, and then I had the bad luck that while eating the inner wall of the tooth broke off, so now the tooth is shaped like a triangle. She suggests extracting the tooth and replacing it with a bridge or an implant. Because I did not want to have the tooth removed, she put in a small amalgam filling, which fell out after a week. What solution would you suggest? I know you do not know the exact situation, but I got the impression that the doctor likes extracting teeth left and right :) I would not choose a bridge because my other teeth are healthy and that would damage two neighboring teeth. I am leaning toward an implant, of course as a self-paying patient.
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Dear Sir/Madam! If you lose the tooth, a dental implant is certainly a much more acceptable solution for the reasons you have already mentioned yourself. The procedure is non-radical, reversible, painless and gives a good result. Have a nice day!
Dear Sir/Madam!
If you lose the tooth, a dental implant is certainly a much more acceptable solution for the reasons you have already mentioned yourself. The procedure is non-radical, reversible, painless and gives a good result.
Hello, I am interested in having an implant placed because I am missing an upper first molar and my second molar has started tilting toward the cheek and is slowly losing its "chewing" function. I lost my own tooth after prolonged treatment that in my case was unsuccessful. I would like to know whether it is possible t
Hello,
I am interested in having an implant placed because I am missing an upper first molar and my second molar has started tilting toward the cheek and is slowly losing its "chewing" function. I lost my own tooth after prolonged treatment that in my case was unsuccessful. I would like to know whether it is possible to make a crown on the implant from a natural tooth? I have one of my own wisdom teeth at home.
Kind regards, Tanja
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Dear Sir/Madam! I must admit that we have never attempted anything similar, and I also cannot tell you who would know how to do it. Have a nice day!
Dear Sir/Madam!
I must admit that we have never attempted anything similar, and I also cannot tell you who would know how to do it.
Hello, I would like to know the procedure, the time frame in which the procedures can be carried out, and the price for the following: 1. On the lower right I am missing the first molar and would like the second premolar and second molar to be ground down and then for this to be "placed" over the second premolar, first
Hello,
I would like to know the procedure, the time frame in which the procedures can be carried out, and the price for the following:
1. On the lower right I am missing the first molar and would like the second premolar and second molar to be ground down and then for this to be "placed" over the second premolar, first molar and second molar. I should mention that the second molar is very heavily ground down and the tooth is almost level with the gum.
2. On the lower left I am missing the first and second molars. Do you recommend an implant, or would a "cantilever" in the position of the first molar be sufficient? How functional is such a cantilever? Would the first and second premolars then need to be ground down? Price?
3. On the upper left and right central incisors I have fillings on both and they do not look nice. What do you suggest, crowns? Are crowns covered by health insurance or only self-pay?
4. I would also like to know about veneers. What is the procedure for placing them? Is this a permanent solution? Do they need to be replaced after a certain time? Is this #fragile# and do you then have to be very careful how you eat with them?
Please reply
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Dear Sir/Madam! 1. Fabrication of a bridge on the lower right requires grinding the second premolar and second molar. We need approximately five working days for fabrication. Price: EUR 210 (metal-ceramic crown) X 3 = EUR 630. 2. I advise against a cantilever in the position of t
Dear Sir/Madam!
1. Fabrication of a bridge on the lower right requires grinding the second premolar and second molar. We need approximately five working days for fabrication. Price: EUR 210 (metal-ceramic crown) X 3 = EUR 630. 2. I advise against a cantilever in the position of the first molar. A much better solution is placement of an implant and fabrication of an artificial crown on the implant. Price: EUR 750 (implant) + EUR 420 (crown on the implant) = EUR 1,170. 3. We recommend crowns when restoration with a filling is impossible or when the result would not represent a satisfactory long-term solution. Fabrication of a crown is also covered by ZZZS if all conditions are met (described on the ZZZS website). 4. The procedure for making a veneer is similar to the procedure for making an artificial crown. The intervention in the hard dental tissues is less radical. Veneers are bonded to the surface of the teeth. The fracture strength of the restoration is lower than that of a classic dental crown.
Dear Sir/Madam, I have a question about a tooth (upper left second premolar). The tooth was treated years ago; later a "post" was made and an artificial tooth was placed on it. Now the X-ray has shown a fractured root above the post. I would like to know whether such a tooth can still be treated in any way or whether e
Dear Sir/Madam,
I have a question about a tooth (upper left second premolar). The tooth was treated years ago; later a "post" was made and an artificial tooth was placed on it. Now the X-ray has shown a fractured root above the post.
I would like to know whether such a tooth can still be treated in any way or whether extraction is the only option. I am particularly interested because I have no problems with it and no pain.
Thank you for your answer and kind regards!
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Dear Sir/Madam! If the root is fractured in the apical (upper) third of the tooth root, removing that part (apicoectomy) could restore and preserve the tooth. If the ratio between the length of the remaining root (below the fracture) and the length of the dental crown is less tha
Dear Sir/Madam!
If the root is fractured in the apical (upper) third of the tooth root, removing that part (apicoectomy) could restore and preserve the tooth. If the ratio between the length of the remaining root (below the fracture) and the length of the dental crown is less than 2:1, the tooth is considered lost in the long term because of poor stability.
Kind regards, because I had an unpleasant experience with a dentist already in primary school, I have been terribly afraid of dentists ever since. My teeth are quite worn down and I do not like anything about what I have... so I would like to ask whom I could contact to have my teeth examined (anywhere in Slovenia) wit
Kind regards,
because I had an unpleasant experience with a dentist already in primary school, I have been terribly afraid of dentists ever since. My teeth are quite worn down and I do not like anything about what I have... so I would like to ask whom I could contact to have my teeth examined (anywhere in Slovenia) without someone being disgusted by their condition. I have never actually had pain, but I am afraid of the consequences of the condition. I would like it to be someone who would understand me and who mainly deals with people like me or perhaps accepts more difficult cases. I would like to sit in the chair once and have the matter finally resolved as it should be, which would be the only right thing to do.
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Dear Sir/Madam! No dentist will be disgusted by your condition; such behavior would not be professional or moral. Our profession is to deal with the problems you describe. Unfortunately, you will have to deal with the fear within yourself, but bear in mind that it is usually unfo
Dear Sir/Madam!
No dentist will be disgusted by your condition; such behavior would not be professional or moral. Our profession is to deal with the problems you describe. Unfortunately, you will have to deal with the fear within yourself, but bear in mind that it is usually unfounded. You can call us at any time; we will help you to the best of our ability.
Hello! I have a broken tooth (upper left second premolar – broken on the inside). My dentist told me that a post and a filling would be needed. My dentist is currently on maternity leave and there is no substitute. I would like to know the price and how soon I could get an appointment. Thank you for your answer
Hello!
I have a broken tooth (upper left second premolar – broken on the inside). My dentist told me that a post and a filling would be needed. My dentist is currently on maternity leave and there is no substitute. I would like to know the price and how soon I could get an appointment. Thank you for your answer
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Dear Sir/Madam! In the situation described, we most often restore the tooth with a post and an artificial dental crown. Price: EUR 210 (metal-ceramic) or EUR 350 (all-ceramic). If the procedure is not urgent, we can give you an appointment in approximately one month. Have a nice
Dear Sir/Madam!
In the situation described, we most often restore the tooth with a post and an artificial dental crown. Price: EUR 210 (metal-ceramic) or EUR 350 (all-ceramic). If the procedure is not urgent, we can give you an appointment in approximately one month.
Hello, after 25 years the roots of my upper central and lateral incisors became inflamed. Both have posts. I have already had an apicoectomy on the lateral incisor and my dentist has now suggested it again. However, I am very afraid because at the time both procedures were very painful, even though I was given several
Hello,
after 25 years the roots of my upper central and lateral incisors became inflamed. Both have posts. I have already had an apicoectomy on the lateral incisor and my dentist has now suggested it again. However, I am very afraid because at the time both procedures were very painful, even though I was given several injections. It was a long time ago; I was 14 years old. Since then I have had several other dental procedures, but those pains were unbearable even during the procedure itself. I also remember that it was so bad that I almost fainted during the operation. I would like to know whether this procedure is now performed differently, since I have never read that anyone else experienced such severe pain. I gave birth to two children, one without pain medication, and I have to say that this was worse. The procedure was performed in Novo Mesto and I even remember the dentist's name. It seems somewhat inhumane to me, especially because they told me it would not hurt, as they also claim today, but for me it was unbearable. I really want to know whether the procedure is now done differently or whether it depends on the doctor. I was also thinking that I would rather have implants, but my doctor says I should preferably keep the root. What do you think? Thank you very much for your answer. Uršula
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Dear Sir/Madam! The procedure you describe is not painful. It is performed under local (terminal infiltration) anesthesia. Pain after the procedure is among the complications and can likewise be alleviated by cooling the surgical area after the procedure, taking analgesics and, i
Dear Sir/Madam!
The procedure you describe is not painful. It is performed under local (terminal infiltration) anesthesia. Pain after the procedure is among the complications and can likewise be alleviated by cooling the surgical area after the procedure, taking analgesics and, in the event of wound infection, taking systemic antibiotics. If an apicoectomy can still be performed with a good prognosis and for a well-founded reason, I certainly recommend it. Otherwise, an implant is the best solution for restoring the situation. Implantation is likewise a painless procedure with very few postoperative complications.
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