How much does it cost to remove mercury fillings and put in white fillings? – Angela
Angela – The cost of removing mercury fillings varies, depending on the dentist who does the work, and where you live in the U.S.
The replacement fillings you will receive can vary, depending on the size of the previous fillings. Fillings can be replaced with composite or with porcelain inlays or porcelain onlays.
Make an appointment with an experienced cosmetic dentist who will examine your teeth, recommend treatment, and let you know the cost.
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i was bulimic and my teeth are terrible. i need to know my options for getting my teeth fixed, if they can be fixed. – O.
O. – Although the vomiting with bulimia can cause teeth to wear or chip, they can be beautifully restored. But it takes a skilled and experienced dentist to restore them properly.
Depending on the state of your teeth, a skilled cosmetic dentist will use porcelain crowns, porcelain veneers, or a combination of both to give you a beautiful new smile. Your smile will be completely natural looking.
Find a dentist with extensive experience who is also accredited by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. An accredited cosmetic dentist has completed continuing education classes, demanding clinical testing process, an oral test, and submitted documentation of his or her patient cases. You will be thrilled with your new smile. You will be able to find an accredited dentist with whom you can make financial arrangements, if needed, to restore your smile.
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What’s the best way to whiten your teeth at home? Thanks Jamie
Jamie – Although many people use whitening strips or peroxide, the results will be limited.
If you want the most effective way to whiten your teeth at home, get a teeth whitening kit from your dentist.
The whitening from the dentist works better because the bleaching trays are custom made to fit your teeth. With the trays snugly fitting your teeth, the bleaching gel penetrates better. Also, your dentist will provide you with professional-strength bleaching gel that will get your teeth their whitest.
Another advantage of seeing a dentist for teeth whitening is that he or she will be able to determine if bleaching your teeth will whiten your teeth, or make the stains in them more noticeable. Depending on the cause of the stains in your teeth, whitening them may make matters worse.
If cost is a concern, speak with your dentist about your desire to whiten your teeth. You may be surprised at how your dentist can make take-home treatment affordable for you.
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I am wondering if I can use store bought bleaching trays as a mouthguard. I am in a softball league this summer and I want something not expensive to protect my teeth. Thanks. Logan
Logan – A store-bought bleaching tray will not sufficiently protect your teeth while you play softball.
Sports equipment stores provide mouth guards that will give you better protection. But the best way to protect your teeth and gums while playing sports is with a customized sports guard from your dentist.
A customized mouth guard is more likely to stay in place if your face comes in contact with the ball, another person, or the ground. Properly-fitted mouth guards can protect your teeth and gums from injury, or lessen the extent of the injury.
The investment in a customized mouth guard can help you avoid expensive dental treatment that may be needed to restore your teeth if you are injured.
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Hi. I am a mountain bike rider and 2 weeks ago I hit a large bump that knocked me off the bike and I landed face first. My left front tooth and the one behind it are chipped. The chips are not large, but you can definitely see them when I smile. I don’t have money for Lumineers. What else can be done? – Rick from Montclair
Rick – Your teeth can likely be restored with dental bonding. Your teeth will be lightly etched to prepare them for the bonding. The bonding will be applied, shaped, hardened, and then further shaped and polished.
You should not need Lumineers® to correct the chips in your teeth. Be sure to have an experienced cosmetic dentist do the bonding work. The result will blend in so perfectly with your natural teeth that you won’t be able to tell that they were damaged.
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Hello. I am on Medicare and I keep getting turned down for dental insurance. I need a lot of work done on my teeth. I don’t want to lose any teeth so I am going to have to pay out of pocket somehow. How can I find a dentist who will see me even if I don’t have insurance? Thank you so much. – Liz
Liz – There are many dentists who accept forms of payment other than dental insurance.
Dentists often accept major credit cards, some have in-office payment plans, and others offer financing. An easy way to find out is by looking at a dentist’s website and viewing the financial policies or financial arrangements web page.
You will be pleasantly surprised by the number of dentists who accept alternative forms of payment to dental insurance. You will be able to get the dental care you need, even though you don’t have insurance.
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I’m 16 and I am trying to be a model, but my teeth are my biggest problem. I want a snap on smile but I don’t have the money to pay for them up front. Can you pay for snap on smile in monthly payments? – Tamera
Tamera – Whether or not you can receive a Snap-On Smile and use a payment plan for it depends on the dentist you visit, and whether or not you qualify for a payment plan. Many dentists offer payment plans to qualifying applicants. Payment plans may be available for services over a specific dollar amount. Check with your dentist, or the dentist of your choice, to learn whether or not payment plans are available for a Snap-On Smile.
You may have already done research on the Snap-On Smile, but below is some information you might consider:
- The Snap-On Smile is a temporary smile makeover.
- You will be able to choose the shape and shade of your smile.
- If you wear it only on special occasions, it can last several years, but if you wear it every day, it will only last a few months.
- It fits over your teeth, so it can make them look bulky.
- A dentist needs to determine if it is right for your case.
Although you want a solution to conceal your teeth while you model, also consider permanent solutions for the future. A Snap-On Smile will eventually wear out, and you will need another one. Ask your dentist about the options for restoring your smile so you can plan and save for a restoration that will last.
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Hi. I have hydrogen peroxide at home. I am wondering if I can swish it around in my mouth and get my teeth white. – Cydnee
Cydnee – Hydrogen peroxide is safe for whitening teeth. But the liquid hydrogen peroxide in your medicine cabinet will have very little whitening effect on your teeth. Some teeth bleaching gels contain hydrogen peroxide, while others contain carbamide peroxide.
Teeth whitening gel from a dentist contains a stronger amount of the whitening agent. In addition to receiving gel from your dentist, you will receive customized teeth whitening trays. The whitening trays fit your teeth only. They are not one-size-fits-all trays that you can buy in a store, so the whitening gel is pressed against your teeth and penetrates them. You will be instructed by your dentist on how long to leave the whitening gel on your teeth.
Another advantage of getting the whitening gel from your dentist is that teeth whitening is not right for everyone. Depending on the cause of the stains in your teeth, whitening them can make stains more noticeable. In some cases, better and safer results are achieved with porcelain veneers.
Your dentist will recommend the right treatment for your case. If the right treatment is to bleach your teeth, your dentist can monitor the progress and make any needed adjustments.
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I have 3 missing teeth and I also need braces. I haven’t made any appointments with dentist yet about it. I just want to know if there is a certain order that I need to do it. Braces or implants first? Thanks – Gloria
Gloria – There are some instances where teeth next to the missing ones won’t be moved with braces, in which case, the dental implants can be placed first.
But dental implants won’t move after they have been placed. If there are teeth near your missing teeth that need to be repositioned, your treatment with braces should be completed before you get the implants.
Speak with your orthodontist about which teeth will be affected by your braces and when the implants should be placed to get the best results.
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Is it common for dentists to recommend a night guard after a patient gets new porcelain veneers? My dentist recommended it for me. I am wondering if this is just a money-making thing or if I really need it. Thanks – Tish
Tish – It is common to recommend a night guard. It will protect teeth from damage due to grinding or clenching during sleep. Many people, at least on occasion, grind or clench their teeth while they sleep, and they are completely unaware of it. When examining your teeth, your dentist may have noticed signs that indicate you may clench or grind your teeth.
Grinding or clenching teeth can damage porcelain veneers. The night guard will protect your investment and help keep your teeth in their correct position.
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