Teeth Problem?

I have yellow teeth and i dont smoke or drink or do drugs etc





I have had yellow teeth ever since i was little. I dont wanna try bleachin cuz that stuff cost alot.





What can i do? i think why my teeth are so yellow is because i had poor nutrition when i was younger?





Any tips, advice?

Teeth Problem?
The color of teeth is due to the color of the dentin that is under the enamel. The enamel is translucent and the dentin color shows through. You may have taken some tetracycline antibiotics when you were very young, which causes the unerupted tooth buds to color yellow. There is really nothing you can do about this except to have the teeth bleached. It is painless and usually very successful on yellowish teeth. Don't waste time or money with take home and store whitening stuff - not strong enough to make a difference, especially with very yellow teeth. Have it done in a dental office and you should get a nice result.
Reply:Crest whitening strips cost like 10 dollars.





You can also get your teeth covered, I'm not sure what it's called though. I have it. It feels just like normal teeth.
Reply:use whitening toothpaste (preferrably with sensitivity protection, as whitening agents can make teeth sensitive to hot, cold, sweets, etc) and also try something like Crest Whitestrips (generic brands which show improvement can cost as low as $15.00...try Eckerd or CVS if you don't want to shell out the $35 for Crest brand).





also, VERY IMPORTANT! after you do any sort of whitening, do NOT drink soda/coffee, eat anything dark in color, or preferrably, anything at all, for about 15min-half an hour.





this is because whitening products open the pores in your teeth to allow the bleach product to whiten, but the pores stay open afterward for a little while.





if you drink soda/coffee/etc. or eat anything dark, all that yucky color will enter the pores before they close, locking in all that junk and making your teeth look worse.





lastly, don't expect results right away, but you should see improvement in about 2 weeks. good luck!!! =D and smile. haha
Reply:if your that concerned you could knock them all out then get dentures
Reply:bush your teeth everyday and if that dont work than bleach your teeth and if your that concerned you could knock them all out then get dentures

Beauty

Has anyone else had problems using Crest ProHealth Mouth Rinse?? Discoloration of Teeth?

yes. my son and daughter both used it and now their teeth hurt so bad. neither one of them have ever had a toothache and about a week into using it they were both complaining.





I had the same problem when I used the crest white strips.





If your teeth are hurting try using sensodyne toothpast, or a less expensive brand that IS NOT a whiteing toothpaste.





Good luck.

Has anyone else had problems using Crest ProHealth Mouth Rinse?? Discoloration of Teeth?
yeah i have, i just used it twice about 2 to 3 days ago and now i am having trouble tasting things. i emailed crest and just waiting for a reply
Reply:I started using this product March, 2006 as a recommendation from my dental hygienist. Since then, I have noticed a staining in-between my teeth that had not existed in the past. Also, this staining exists in the grooves of my teeth. I was uncertain if the staining was solely due to tea/coffee drinking. I drink a glass of tea daily and coffee a couple of times a week. Despite, I never had such staining in the past like what I've noticed recently. Also, I stopped using the mouth rinse for the last three days and have noticed a significant decrease in staining!!!!!

My bf with teeth problem.?

Hey guys.please help me out...


i got horrible car accident and lost most of front teeth.Ive got teeth implant but my tooth doesnt look same....everytime i check my teeth in a mirror i feel so sad and think noone likes me anymore.but i met this guy.he was seems like pretty nice.i told about my teeth thing he understood.but i am not sure he loves me....he doesnt want let me meet his friends.before i get car accident,all my ex would let me meet his friends...and i also scared to ask about it...b/c i know that i will be really sad if he tells me my teeth are embarrassing to show his friends.


so i have 2 questions.


1.should i ask the reason why he would not let me meet his friends?


2. if you have a gf/bf and she /he gets car accident and got unnatural teeth,whould you break up with her/him?





please help.....

My bf with teeth problem.?
If anyone is going to break up with u because u were in an accident and lost ur teeth then they are a discrase!!!!
Reply:How important to women is it that a guy has nice teeth? Flip it around to apply to your situation and you have your answer.
Reply:1) you could ask him. but maybe he doesn't feel like you've been dating long enough to introduce to them. guys are dumb like that.





2) i would definitly love them unconditionally no matter what...teeth, no teeth...that shouldn't matter unless they are shallow!
Reply:no
Reply:yes ask him . i got teeth probelms 2. %26amp; no i wouldn't break up .

Bones For Healthy Teeth?

Could someone please tell me a great brand of dog bones (not treats) to buy that will clean and strengthen a puppy's teeth? I've got a pom puppy and pom's are particularly susceptiable to teeth problems. I've tried greenies (although some don't like greenies, i know) but I'd like to get a bone that she can't eat a lot of it... just one she can chew for hours! Thanks!! :D

Bones For Healthy Teeth?
Raw bones are an excellent way to keep a dog's teeth clean and healthy. Never give her cooked bones as they can cause obstructions and I always supervised my dog while she chewed a bone. I used a good sturdy lamb bone that I got from a butcher. You should also get her used to having her teeth brushed with a good canine tooth paste.
Reply:I think the brand is actually called nylabone- and they can be chewed for years and are very good for dog's teeth- remove tartar... Any pet store should have one...

Teeth problem!?

Ok soo tomorrow I have to go to the orthadonist and last time I went he gave me a choice . .. .


1.I have 2 teeth taken out and no headgear or


either headgear and I keep my teeth. What should I choose?! My family and friends say keep the teeth and wear headgear. But I've heard horror stories about how much headgear hurts?


Which one would be best for me?

Teeth problem!?
OMG thats so similar to my situation!





I had to get baby teeth pulled also, my upper two 'vampire' teeth .. my orthodontist was like eathier get your teeth pulled now or have problems when you get older..





at first i was likee "omg no! im 16! im not having friggen teeth out of the FRONT of my mouth missing! no way! idont caree let me have 'messed up teeth when i'm older' " and i swore %26amp; swore i would not get them pulled out, there was noo way!





but yea anywayss gues what happend? lol i DID wind up getting the teeth pulled! lol but now everythings fine %26amp; they're growing in ..





seriously GET THEM PULLED! lol - it dosent hurt bc they numb it.. and why would you want headgear?! .. the pulled out teeth's new ones will grow in shortly anyways..i knoww noone wants teeth missing, but the headgear? to me that's 10x worse!!!





hope i helped! =] xo0x


%26amp; good luck tomorrow %26lt;3
Reply:have them pulled. it's summertime do you really wanna be wearing that thing?
Reply:missing teeth not sexy get the headgear
Reply:If it were me I'd keep my teeth.
Reply:Do you need the teeth is what is the most important. You know either way is going to hurt so I wld think aoutthat one first.
Reply:i say pull the teeth. i personally dont like headgears so if it was me i would choose the choice where u get ur teeth pulled out. besides it doesnt even hurt cause they give u a shot before it like a pain reliever.
Reply:Sometimes you wear the headgear and then later when you get the braces off having all those teeth still causes pressure, crowding, and teeth movement later. You won't miss the teeth. I didn't miss mine. They pulled them and a year and half later i was done w/ braces. However, the headgear route is probably going to add much more time to your treatment. Hope this helps, but what do you want?
Reply:keep your teeth.
Reply:ok 1st of all, headgear DOES NOT HURT!!!! But i would sayget the teeth PULLED, you won't feel it and do you really want to wear that gear ALL SUMMER??
Reply:Go with the headgear aren't u only going to have to wear it at night? and also you'll probably be much happier later in life cause you don't have missing teeth.
Reply:How old are you? which teeth do they want to extract?

dress shoes

Wisdom Teeth problem?

Okay,


this may sound a bit weird as I dont actually have my wisdom teeth yet


i am 15 and currently have braces, and will do for another year at the least.


I am missing two teeth on my bottom jaw, that should be either side of the centre teeth.


So therefore my teeth are more spread out....I thionk my wisdom teeth may be starting to come through but there is no space at all on the bottom jaw,


my orthodontist has not yet said anything about this, but would she leave it to my dentist?


i have a dental appointment soon should I get my mum to ask him about it?


the top jaw seems to have more space so not worried about that at the moment


anything will do!

Wisdom Teeth problem?
With all due respect, the AVERAGE age for wisdom tooth eruption is 18; there are cases where the eruption has been premature according to standards.





When you go to your regular dentist, tell them your concerns and they'll probably take periapical xrays, or PA's, of the areas where your wisdom teeth are/will be located.





If they are indeed coming in, you'll probably be referred to an Oral Surgeon to have them removed, especially if they're causing you discomfort.





Good Luck!





:)
Reply:My dentist was the one to tell me i needed my wisdom teeth out so I would ask him when you go. He should be able to tell you where they are and if you will need them removed, etc
Reply:Go to an Oral Surgeon, not a dentist. They have a panoramic X-Ray specifically used to look all over the jaw/mouth for your wisdom teeth. the Oral surgeon will be the one who takes them out, not your dentist. Since you're 15 your probably don't have them yet..but you will. It's best to get them out so you dont have any crowding. If you don't your teeth could become crooked or shifted.





Talk to your dentist and have him/her refer you to an oral surgeon for a Panoramic X-ray! Good Luck!
Reply:wisdom teeth erupt at the age of 18 , or after that . if ur treatmant finishes at 16 , and the orthodontist closes all spaces b/w ur teeth (as he is going to do ) , u may experience some problems when these erupt , the wisdom tooth may put pressure on the adjacent one , causing pain , or it may disturb the overall alignment of the teeth. u may talk to ur dentist and clear ur worries.

Wisdom Teeth Problem?

i have experienced bleeding when brushing my teeth for sometime now and always had a weird feeling in my mouth. well i started investigating my mouth and found out that there was a tooth coming out at the far back. i feel no pain though i feel it pressing againts my cheek and a slight dis-comfort sometimes. i observed that it is not exactly in line with the other tooth.





well the bleeding still continued and i got alarmed. so last night i decide to find out where the bleeding was coming from. i took a cotton pad and wiped the inside of my mouth and around the teeth. i found out that the bleeding was from the wisdom teeth. Has anyone ever experienced this before?

Wisdom Teeth Problem?
wisdom teeth only hurt when coming through if there pushing against another tooth. i would check out this with your dentist though as you may have slight gum desease





gud luck xxxx
Reply:They are probably erupting (breaking through the gum). There is not always pain associated with this process, so no worries. Go to an oral surgeon for an evaluation, wisdom teeth usually end up causing more harm than good. I hope this helps!
Reply:First the bleeding when brushing. If your not flossing every day start now. You will bleed from this .but after a month or two your gums should be in better health than they probably are now. If not go to a dentist and have your gums checked out. It's no fun if your gums get ill.


The wisdom tooth is breaking through the gums so some bleeding is natural.


Its hard to judge the degree of alighnment..wait and see if it causes a problem with your bite otherwise keep it . I guess your in your late teens or early twenties.


Hope this helps.

Wisdom Teeth Problem.......?! Help, please?!?

Can someone tell me what's going on w/ me? I had my wisdom teeth (all I had was 3 very impacted) taken out on May 17th. It’s now July 2nd.i'm cleaning the 'holes' and do what I’m supposed to be doing. But my gums are swollen, where the 'holes' are. Plus I cleaned ‘em (this was a few weeks ago) and my gums w/ the 'holes' were bleeding so badly.I called mom in2 the bathroom %26amp; it looked like a slaughterhouse (blood everywhere!) I called the MD who took my teeth out, told me to come in right away. He said everything was ok. Since then my gums still bleed every once in a while, but nothing like that night. I'm going to my regular dentist this afternoon, I want him to tell me if I need to go back and see the MD who took 'em out. The thing is that when my grandfather was in his 30's he got his out. He had perfect teeth, then he got an infection PARIRIA (sorry I don't know how to spell it) %26amp; he lost all of his teeth due to that. He was in his 30's %26amp; had to get false teeth. I’m only 20

Wisdom Teeth Problem.......?! Help, please?!?
Back in the day if there was something wrong with your teeth you automatically needed to have then all pulled out. Dont worry about anything like that now! As long as your brushing and flossing, your teeth should be fine! But as far as that bleeding goes. It depends on how complicated the extraction was. It also depends on whether or not you have a dry socket. When you get a tooth pulled. You are supposed to be very careful for the first 24 hours. No spitting, straws, smoking or do anything that can suck out that socket ( or tissue covering the wound where the teeth were extracted.) If you accidently swallowed them are spit them out, it will be a longer and more painful recovery. Ask your dentist today, if he says that it needs to be looked at by your surgeon again, then just go back. Be on top of these things, your teeth are very important!
Reply:I'm not an expert, but when I had my wisdom teeth removed, I bled for awhile. Something might have eaten something that cut the wound, making it bleed like it did. Talk to your dentist. He will be able to tell you what you need to do.

I havent brushed my teeth THAT much in the past few years or so, i have a dentist appointment in 2weeks,?

i havent been to the dentist in 2 years, and i have some very serious teeth problems, i need braces, i have a cavity that i never got filled 3 years ago, and im so afraid of what else i might need done. * anything anyone has to say would be appreciated,* im freaking out!! im 21 , what do you think about the braces thing? my teeth are wicked bad, im definitely going to do it because i need to fix my teeth. (it does kind of suck though). im afraid i have gingivitis.

I havent brushed my teeth THAT much in the past few years or so, i have a dentist appointment in 2weeks,?
don´t worry about gingivitis...... worry about periodontitis!!!!!! if you have it, fix it before even thinking about braces...
Reply:First off, start brushing your teeth at least 2x a day. Seriously, it is gross to NOT brush. You will have nasty breath and nasty teeth. and get the braces....no one wants someone with teeth that look like they are throwing gang signs!
Reply:There's clearly only one way to fix things, and you have the appointment. It's not like it hurts, the anxiety is in your head, not your mouth.


'
Reply:I'm sure your dentist will do a deep thorough cleaning prior to putting braces on you, but you're going to have to improve your dental hygiene habits as your teeth are even more susceptible to decay/ problems once they have dental items sitting on/around them.


There are really fun tooth brushes these days, they do all the work for you, buy one. and toothpastes range from lemon ice to berry blast, get some, Listerine destroys plaque, gingivitis, etc...
Reply:Well I would start brushing using baking soda and wouldn't sweat the appointment that much
Reply:im only 14 and i havent been to the dentist in at least 5 years...





i never had the motivation to brush my teeth and never realized how bad it was not to brush until recently.. i just started brushing again(i used to do it about once a week)and its hard and i feel like its sort of pointless, since i already have tons of cavities. its like, why dont i just get all my teeth pulled and get some denchers already. i feel horrible for not doing it and i dread the next time i go to the dentist, which i know wont be for another couple years because of our low income.





i just suggest that since its only been a few years for you, then you just go through with it. your dentist will fix your teeth and maybe give you that motivation to keep it going(since im assuming that you will be paying for it, what better motivation is there?)





just dont sweat it, if that dentist makes you feel like an idiot or embarrasses you, then just get a better one.
Reply:you should have been brushing your teeth at least 2x a day, make it a habit to do so. Second, since you have braces, you should have been going to the doctor once a year at least, or once per 2 years max, how can you have waited 3 years? That's time long enough for you to take your braces off....Thirdly, how do you last 3 years without going to the doctor with a cavity, I can't even last 2 weeks with a cavity because its THAT painful. But....if you don't go soon, and really soon, i fear for your mouth





p.s. do you have a girlfriend? If you do, how do you manage to kiss her with an uncleaned mouth? It's just plain nasty for both of you...
Reply:I think the braces are a good idea if you are unhappy with the condition of your teeth. I have met many people in their 20 somethings that have chosen this point in their lives to get braces or a retainer, so it is not at all odd, and in two years your teeth will be very presentable. Also, braces aren't all overwhelmingly metal, talking to your dentist can reveal whether invisible braces are sufficient for you.





Secondly, gingivitis can be very serious and involves more than just bleeding gums. If you live with it too long, your teeth will fall out, to put it simply. However, it is reversible. There are prescriptions if it is most severe, but even better, a regularly scheduled teeth cleaning by the dentist will end and prevent it. Your teeth will be at their best under those conditions.





The best thing to do, which I believe you have already done, is to make the appointment and take care of it. Don't think about it or second guess it because you know its what you need. You'll feel better about your oral health and yourself in the end.
Reply:Your dentist will tell you everything you need to know. Try not to be embarrassed. Many dentists have changed their attitudes from admonishing patients about what they should have been doing all this time to future planning and care.I promise you that he/she has seen much worse. 21 isn't too late to turn your dental health around.





You might be surprised and find out it's not as bad as you thought. On your first visit the dentist will come up with a treatment plan that's spread out to fit your situation. Many dental problems have nothing to do with how well you cared for your teeth. You may not have to go with braces. Another way to go is to get all porcelain veneers or crowns and it's all done within a month.





There's many options out there that you don't know about. Talk it over with your dentist and don't be afraid!
Reply:First start brushing your teeth at least twice a day everyday. You dentist can and probably do a deep cleaning. Don't freak out about it just take a deep breath. You'll be amazed how much better your teeth will feel afterward. If you want braces then go for it. You can always get the invisible ones and no one will ever know that your wearing them. If you want a permanent fix I'd would look into lumaneers. They'll be straight and permanently stay white because they never stain. Good Luck at the dentist and remember take a deep breath everything will be fine! ;)
Reply:Relax. Start brushing your teeth two times a day. Use floss and a mouth wash. Im glad you are doing the braces. it will make it easier in general with everything.
Reply:That was a problem of years ago, dentist insulting remarks. If one does this to you simply get out of the chair and leave. Find another dentist. They considered themselves as gods. Too many dentist around today and if they want you as a patient will be understanding and sympathetic. If you are not treated as a human being report him. Th theADA for harassment and attitude. They will take actions against


Wait for his consultation on the needs, then take it from there. him.
Reply:I'm sorta in the same situation as Punk Princess except it's too late for my teeth. I'm 14 too, and my teeth are all rotten inside and keep breaking off. I already lost some molars and all my front teeth and now I'm gettin the rest pulled out since I don't have that many left that are any good. I haven't been to a dentist in over 5 years until recently when my teeth started crumbling and I lost a couple front teeth. I knew I had lots of cavities and felt like Punk Princess that there wasn't much use in goin nuts tryin to brush and floss really good cuz my teeth were already pretty rotten. Now I'm losing them all and have to get some fake ones to put in when we get the money. I didn't think this could happen at my age. You probly should go get checked out unless you want your teeth to go like mine did and have to get plastic ones.
Reply:I used to be in the same boat as you. I have really bad crooked teeth, i had about 14 cavities, from small cavities to deep ones. I had plaque all within me teeth and I have never been to the dentist before. First thing you need to do is start now. I am 21 and I started my treatments with my teeth when I was 20. The faster and earlier you go to the dentist the cheaper it will be overall. If you have gingivitis you need to get that taken care of, if it gets worst then later on you have to have gum sergery and it is very painful. They rip the gums from your mouth and scrape all the bacteria out of there. If you have cavities you need to get them filled too because it could turn into a root canal, same thing they are very painful and more money goes into a root canal then getting a cavity filled. Once all that is done consider going to a orthodontist for braces. Your teeth has to be in good shape before you can get braces. It seems like you need a lot of work but only because it took you so long to take care of your teeth. Brush them at least twice a day, floss as often as you can remember because food gets in between your teeth and gets into your gums. Thats how you get gingivitis. It took me a while to get my teeth cleaned and fixed up before i got braces. Your mind is on the right track that you need to get your teeth fixed, keep going until you have that hollywood smile. Becuz if you dont take care of them.. in 10 years you might not have any teeth to work with. Good luck. i think any kind of money and pain is worth being able to smile confidently without any embarassment.
Reply:Many orthodontists won't even look at you for braces until you've been cavity free for at least 6 months - so start brushing and flossing every day. They won't waste their time trying to straighten teeth on someone who won't take care of them. And, if you have periodontitis or bone loss, your mouth may not be able to support the braces. So that means that you will have to get all your teeth fixed and cleaned, then keep them in that condition. Then talk to your dentist about braces or what your next course of action will be.

Broken Teeth

Whats more important whiter teeth or smaller stomach to you?

im overweight but not like huge...and i have yellowish teeth from teeth problems i have..well i have enough money this check for teeth whitening products or the alli pill to help lose weight natarually? so whats more important to you?

Whats more important whiter teeth or smaller stomach to you?
I have heard bad reviews about the Alli Pill, but in my opinion you can't go wrong with a beautiful, white smile. Besides, which would you rather see coming at you...a cute guy with a six-pack on his stomach and yellow teeth or a nice set of "pearly whites" with a little "pooch" just above the belt....things that make you go...hmmm.
Reply:Get yourself physically fit, THEN worry about your teeth. As long as they're not rotting out of your head, they'll be there for the next time you have some spare change.
Reply:Use the money for a counseling session. You need to look somewhere other than on the outside for what really matters. Walk there. Do it again next pay period. Soon enough, you'll FEEL good enough on the inside and the outside. Good luck~
Reply:Don't take alli---don't you know about the side effects???


You will have explosive diarrhea or anal leakage---the package even tells you to bring spare underwear %26amp; clothes if you go away!!
Reply:i would buy the teeth whitining product because you can lose weight withought the alli pill- i have also heard some gross horror stories about that pill. so why not whiten your teeth and lose weight at the same time by dieting and excercising?
Reply:You can become physically fit without the use of pills. It takes proper diet, exercise and determination. This can be done without cost. You will want your teeth to be with you the rest of your life, so take care of them. As for whitening your teeth, some over-the-counter products work reasonably well; however, it is best to consult your dentist for the best products.
Reply:LOOSE YOUR WEIGHT NATURALLY AND GO AND GET YOUR TEETH WHITENING DONE , ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL THINGS ABOUT ANYONE IS THEIR SMILE.

Teeth problem?

I have a tooth missing on the bottom part and teeth next to it. The last tooth is getting crooked what can I do to keep this aligned and also i want to get a tooth in place of the missing one. What should I ask for when I go to the dentist...thanks

Teeth problem?
Invisalign. I just got my braces off and for my retainer my orthodontist gave me invisalign. It does not hurt and all my friends have to be told my retainer is on for them to see it, and they still have a hard time. If you look in the dentists office u will notice they have a lot of posters about Invisalign. It's highly recommended. Happy New Year and good luck!!
Reply:Sounds like you will need an implant.
Reply:go to an orthodontist. the dentist doesnt straighten teeth. they just keep them healthy
Reply:yay!!
Reply:Exactly what you just asked here
Reply:could be a prob with the gums , so maybe if thats treated then it will help the problem i think u just need to asl wot can be done and if they can provide u with a single denture to replace the missing one good luck
Reply:Tell the dentist what you want. Ask him if he can do it and how much will it cost. I think you should go see an orthodontist.
Reply:open your mouth and say "FIX THIS"! but try not to go to one of those idiots that say" YOU MAY FEEL A LITTLE PINCH" , and the next thing you know, there's a train wreck in your mouth ! I HATE (actually,i'm afraid) DENTISTS !
Reply:Start by asking friends and family members if they can recommend a dentist. Once you have found one ask what your options are. If you have insurance check to see what they will cover and then go for the best replacement. Implant or bridge. Your dentist will decide if you need an orthodontist or a periodontist. Good Luck.
Reply:SEE A DENTIST AND FIND OUT YOUR OUT YOUR CHOICES.

False teeth?

i am a teen for the last 9 years or so i have had teeth problems but lately it has got-in whores do you think i should get false teeth

False teeth?
Talk to your Dentist about it.


Try to save the teeth you have.
Reply:why don't you just whittle a pair?
Reply:No. You probably won't be happy with them. The top ones are usually fine, but bottom ones usually slip around and are a hassle. Besides, you're a teenager, right? You don't want to deal with that for the rest of your life.





Take care of what you've got. If there's no way possible to salvage what you've got or if there's no possible way you could afford fixing what you've got, then maybe consider dentures, but only as a very last resort. : )

TV program looking for people with terrible teeth?

Are you one of many Americans who suffer from terrible teeth problems? You are not alone - there are millions of you out there.





Discovery Network is seeking people for a one hour program to tell their stories about their terrible teeth.





Are your teeth decaying and falling out because you eat too many sugary foods?





Do you want to do something about them but can’t afford to get the dental treatment you need?





Perhaps you are suffering from oral health problems but haven't taken any measures to combat it yet because you are scared of the dentist?





Or perhaps you have terrible self esteem because of your smile?





If this sounds like you we would like to hear from you. We are looking to help the people who appear on the program with their oral health and we will have experts on hand to advise them.





If you have a story to tell please email your story and contact details to me at kategriffiths*at*tigeraspect.co.uk

TV program looking for people with terrible teeth?
my front teeth are crooked, i have more cavities than i can count and my wisdom teeth are coming in and crumbling as soon as they break the surface. I steer clear of sweets as much as possible but the main problem is i am TERRIFIED of the dentist. The last time I went I had a panic attack in the waiting room. The smell makes me want to gag. I can't even watch my fiance brush his teeth, it just grosses me out. I think I have a teeth phobia maybe...

computer security

Teeth problem?

ever since young i didn't take care of my teeth and end up my teeth are yellowish and not straight. when i was much younger the dentist advise my parents to pluck away my tiger tooth but in the end my parents did not andend up my top teeths are ugly.this has cause me to be low confidence. and i do not dare to smile much even though people say i got a nice smile. i know braces will be a choice but it take a long time. is there any other solution? i know i got an ugly set of teeth and it make me feel lousy of myself. how much is such solution?

Teeth problem?
depending on how old you are you can have the tooth removed(im saying this,but can see what it looks like so dont qoute me on it) go to the detist and see your options maybe they can remove it..its not too late to have nice teeth...and they're is always bleaching(crest whitestrips work well) with sensodine toothpaste to help with sensitivity of whitening your teeth..you could do braces or if your younger wait and you can have invisalign done..clear,looks like a mouth gaurd ..nobody will see you are wearing it..straightens teeth..good luck..you are not alone
Reply:Braces might have to be the way to go. Buy crest white strips and try to whiten your teeth. Gargle with crest pro health. I reccomend it cause it helped me out a lot. I dont know of any other way unless you drill decay away. Braces help straighten up thing. Im not a dentist, but I have been to 4 different ones. Plus hygentists. very painful hehe. hope this helps.

Tooth problems!?

Between my two back teeth on the left hand side I have a really bad pain. It's not there until I bite down on my teeth, but when I do it's unbearable! I've seen my dentist and she said that nothing's wrong, but it's been like this for a week. She put two fillings in, but on other teeth.


Do you think it could be due to grinding my teeth which I do subconsciously? Any other explanations and tips to make the pain go away?


Thanks!


Kiz

Tooth problems!?
i think u should ask another dentist
Reply:Wisdom teether are impacted. Go get them ripped out before they ruin the rest of them.
Reply:See another dentist.
Reply:You could get a mouth guard to wear at night. That could protect from grinding. And maybe make the pain go away. Whisky helps too!
Reply:I had the same problem years ago, and it ended up being a small hairline fracture on my tooth. once they fixed it all the pain went away.
Reply:Are you sure you dont have something stuck in there? Maybe get a second opinion.
Reply:It def can be from teeth grinding...get a new dentist and a night guard for your mouth to prevent teeth grinding...This happened to my friends sis
Reply:It could be a piece of food stuck below the gum line. You could have gotten a periodontal pocket, which is essentially a divet in the gum line, caused by eating sharp food, over-flossing, or over brushing. The best bet is to have a good cleaning, and if that doesn't work, as your dentist for a topical cream to help desenstize the area.
Reply:I had this some years ago and it turned out to be an impacted wisdom tooth. It didn't go away until the tooth blocking it was taken out. Ask your Dentist to do an X-Ray.
Reply:YES! I had this same exact problem...the dentist filed down the tooth that was coming into contact with it and it doesn't hurt any more. Go to the dentist and tell him/her exactly what's happening because it will just get worse. Have an x-ray done and have your bite checked out, it is probably uneven like mine. Also afterwards you might get a mouthpiece for bruxism. (nighttime teeth grinding)
Reply:I would get a new dentist asap. Who knows what the problem is. Probably a crack tooth which would require a crown. I would definitly get a second opinion.





Good Luck
Reply:I think that you might want to go back to the dentist. If she still doesn't see any thing wrong, you could try buying something like the mouth guards that are used in sports to try to prevent grinding your teeth. It is possible that the pain is coming from that but I would be sure that you don't have an infected tooth.
Reply:I have the exact same problem, I want to know what it is! I hope your pain goes soon!
Reply:Using a natural remedy is the oldest form of medicine, and a natural remedy is still considered by many to be the best way to treat the body. Your natural remedy works with the body, and may not cause health problems associated with unnatural products. Simply put, natural remedy treatments are natural ways to better health.
Reply:I had something similar several years ago. It turned out my bite was wrong and I was biting too hard because one of the filings was slightly too much. The dentist burred the filing down a bit and I was fine afterwards. Apparently there was uneven wear on the filing which told him this was the problem.





Mind you, it could also be due to you grinding your teeth when you are asleep and loosening a tooth. I've done that too.





A decent dentist shouldn't just ignore problems like this ...go back and insist she has another look. If she refuses change your dentist.





Try rubbing 'oil of cloves' on the tooth...tastes horrible but works for a bit. It does need to be the oil and not clove essence.

boots

Tooth problems/habits?

I bite my nails and then take it off and put it in my mouth and put it in between my gums like floss. I know, it's discusting, but it's a habit, and it's like self medicating, or whatever you call it, it hurts but I like how it feels. Its fricking weird! Does anybody else do this? Anyways, the bottom of all my teeth touch, but around the front on some teeth you can notice that there is a slight hole in between the two teeth by the gums, on my two front teeth. It's embarrassing, but it makes me self-conscious. Sometimes you can't even notice it, but I'm doing this for myself. I am getting braces soon. Will this fix it?

Tooth problems/habits?
Braces might fix it. It's hard to say for sure without knowing your dental history.

Teeth problem! Pleasse help!?

I have a ugly gap about a centimeter in a half wide between my two front teeth. I hate hate hate it. Braces are too expensive for us right now so I can't do that, but does anybody know of any home remedies for, ummm, moving teeth together.??





When I'm bored and just sitting watching tv or something I try to take my two thumbs and work on pushing them together a little bit but I dont know if it works. What about putting a thin rubber band around the two teeth to push them together more?? Lol, please help!!!!!!!!!





btw, I know I cant do anything too drastic without real braces because it might cause weirder gaps in some other teeth, I just want to close the gap a little =]





xx Ashley

Teeth problem! Pleasse help!?
just braces==thats it==
Reply:No home remedies that I know of.However if braces are not an option your dentist can bond tooth colored filling material to close the gap.Its usually more cost effective but may need to be replaced in about 7-10 years depending on your home care and staining.Another option is veneers much longer lasting and do not discolor.However the cost will be significantly higher.If these to teeth are your only problem the orthodontist may only need to put bracket's on those to.That may also be less expensive.Have a consultation.
Reply:Do not worry so much about them. In our Kurdish culture this is a sign of good luck.





Good luck





Arie

Teeth Problem Help please?

When i Was a kid i tripped and Chipped My tooth then i had that thing put in my teeth were it covers the Chipped part and it was yellow and i also got discouraged and didnt want to smile and i didnt want to smile ever again so everytime i smile i Smile Withought Showing My Teeth and i cant afford Braces or N E Thing i dont know what to... DO F@#K This i hate it what should i do to Make My Teeth Look Better

Teeth Problem Help please?
Go back to the dentist and get a new filling / bonding. Over time, white fillings tend to stain.


Then you will have your smile back!!!!
Reply:Why did the dentist cover the chipped part with something yellow???


Surely they could match it to your own enamel colour.


Go to a good dentist and ask him to replace it with something a bit whiter. They have many shades of tooth colour out there now.

Teeth problem. please help.?

I am a 15 year old girl.


I have just been to the dentist today. Last I was there is about a year ago. But well, my dentist found big cavities in 5 of my back teeth, and I got really shocked! But like that isn't enough, I also have a cavitie on my front tooth! I am going to have it all done on monday.


The cavities in my back teeth are really big, and maybe one of them will need a root canal. I am really scared.





What it is like to get a root canal? does it hurt more than getting fillings. Cause I hate getting fillings! :(





What is it like to have a filling in a front tooth? can you tell that I have it?





I am only 15, and I have already had 14 cavities, and now maybe also a root canal ): is it normal for a 15 year old? Or are my teeth really bad?





please help. I really need it!

Teeth problem. please help.?
Honestly root canals (RT) are sore after you have them done. The dentist will be removing the nerve of the tooth with files, that he moves up and down against the inside of your tooth. The up and down motion "works" the tooth OR exercises it. There is a lining around the roots of your tooth that can actually be bruised by "working" the tooth. So yes it can be sore for a couple of days after your RT. Just think about you not exercising for a long time and then you decide to get back into shape. You are going to be sore when you first start to work out right?**Act your dentist to take the tooth down just a little so that you're not really biting that hard on the tooth, unless you are eating on that side of your mouth. (The dentist I worked for did this for everyone).





Now for the filling on your front tooth....there are several types of "tooth" colored materials that your dentist can use. They take a color chart and compare your tooth color to the colors that they have. We were very successfull at matching the filling colors with the tooth color. ***JUST know that you will now need to be carefull of what you drink!! Tooth colored fillings can pick up coloring from coffee, tea and sodas. In other words, the filling could turn dark if you are not carefull about how you take care of it!!





In order for you to make sure that this doesn't happen again....see your dentist every 6 months. Most insurance plans cover teeth cleanings every 6 months with x-rays once a year. At least then you'd be able to catch the cavaties BEFORE they get too bad.





It is also important for you to floss and brush twice a day. Most cavaties start between the teeth, so flossing will help stop those cavaties. If your not going to floss/brush 2x a day....then at least do it at night. Your mouth is not active (talking/eating) and you don't produce as much saliva at night. Both of those help you to keep some plaque off of your teeth. So therefore you need to get all the food/plaque off of your teeth at night.
Reply:yeah my teeth are that bad too. We aren't taking very good care of them Tell your parents to tell the dentist to give you laughing gas or a sedative, most dentists offer this now as an incentive to get your teeth fixed, because most of us are afraid of dental pain. I've got 8 cavities (well that was 4 yrs ago last time i saw dentist) so now i probably have like 14 but i just want to get all my teeth out and get dentures. I'm 30 and am sick of my teeth.

fabric boots

Hey Guys That Have Dentist Problems?

I Am no expert but i am writing this to warn any 1 with any tooth problems to see a dentist it is not worth the pain and id rather get my tooth seen to and goo 1 more day a pain then it goes away, rather than having tootache the whole week and it spoils your mood, i am the biggest scardy cat in the world when it comes to teeth.


if your really scared u should get sedation which i am getting done very soon, its worth it in the end dont feel a thing maybe a little bit sickness after the tooth being pulled out but thats normall and goes away


the hole point of me writing this is to tell the young people that if you have a problem please go to the dentist i rejected going for months and it catches up on you big time, if you have a important date coming up see to your mouth before it, so it does not spoil ure day out which is going to happen to me at Fantazia tommorow night


try warm salt water which works sometimes


or brush your teeth gently


or try some nurofen they work wonders for temp

Hey Guys That Have Dentist Problems?
Good advice, although those with a true phobia will need more convincing I feel.
Reply:you said ,so to speak, a mouthfull lol go to the dentist things have changed so much its no where near as bad as it was 20 years ago
Reply:I wasn't aware I had "dragon breath" for years until a dentist told me I must have a peridontal treatment. He put me to sleep and spent the next 3 hours cleaning behind my gums, between my teeth, and whatever. In the followup visit, he told me how overdue I was for this cleaning. One tooth HAD to be removed and they found the infection was within 1/8 inch of breaking into my left eye socket. Had that of happened, I wouldn't be here today to describe the need for visiting dentists for regular checkups and cleaning.
Reply:Great to see someone trying to encourage people after their own experience.





Too often ppl leave things till something forces them to go see a dentist eg large facial swelling or sever pain.





Everyone should go for a check up to make sure they are registered and talk about how to fix their teeth, the best treatment for toothache and dental problems is PREVENTION!! do things to stop them happening!!!





I know there are various reasons people dont go to the dentist mainly fear or unable/un-willing to pay for treatment.





All NHS dentists have guidlines and charges will be the same, and ALL NHS EXAMINATIONS ARE FREE!! ( so no excuses ppl for not getting registered!!)





Ensuring you are registered also gives you certain benefits like access to Emergency Treatment - if you are not registered then no one has to see you, registered patients have to be seen in emergency situations within 24 hours. ( a crown or "cap" out is not an Emergency.





Again as said in previous posts if you have a big day or event you want teeth sorted for go early to the dentist, depending on treatment needed you may need to attend lots of appointments, and some things take longer, like false teeth can take approx 5 visits usually 1 week appart so thats going to take at least a month, and the dentist may be busy or fully booked 3 or more weeks in advance!!





Good Luck to everyone who overcomes their fear and makes that appointment to go to the dentist, remember if you need to take someone for support then do that!!