Saturday, August 8, 2009

How do i get rid of a tooth abcess? can i pop it on my own?


Answer:
An infected tooth, or abscess as they are called are extremely painful. PLEASE see a Dentist or take a trip to your local ER as soon as possible as this CANNOT be fixed on its own. Antibiotics and pain medication that the Doctor will prescribe will eventually help the tooth become less infected but once you stop antibiotics the infection WILL return and is usually much more painful the second time around. Infection from an abscess tooth can spread to the throat causing an airway obstruction and can spread to the heart and brain and cause very severe problems and sometimes fatal complications. As a dentist we always recommend trying to save the tooth by having a root canal, but in a financial situation an extraction may be your best choice. PLEASE see a dentist in your area to discuss a treatment as this can become extremely painful. Also try using COLD compresses, do NOT use heat as this can cause the infection to worsen and spread and become more painful.
No. You need to see an dentist immediately and most like take antibiotics.
lol no no no , you need to see a dentist he will take an xray and give you an antibiotic depending on how extensive the absess is.
-dental assistant
Its not a whitehead pimple!
lol... you can't pop it.
You have to go see ur dentist... s/he will tell you what to do.

How do i get rid of a lose tooth pain free by tomorrow?

I dont know i'm just scared, i have a loose tooth, and i'm getting braces tomorrow. And it needs to leave. HELP
can they put on braces with a loose tooth?
Answer:
They usually go around your teeth that are loose adn wait until you pop it out. Although, By a certain time if it isnt out, they take it out for you. No need to worry, I have 2 loose ones and I have braces.
They could take it out for you at the orthodontist.
If the tooth is loose then the doc may yank it or may just skip putting a bracket on it. Good luck.
please dont be scared...it does happen all the time..they will probably remove it for you..to get a deffinant answer you could call the office and ask for their advice...they can give you a more direct answer that would help ease your mind and make you feel better..no need to worry..also try taking an ibprophen for the discomfort.hope you feel better:)

How do i get my teeth whiter?

i have 3 months until school starts back again, and i would like my teeth to be whiter. The color they are now is not what you call a pretty smile. I have bad habits of drinking sodas and eating sweets. Can you people give me some tips on how to get my teeth whiter? thanks
Answer:
read tips on teeth whitening and more on this site
orbit/trident white.
brush 2 times a day for 2 min.
Listerine/crest whiting.this what i do %26 mine r getting whiter.or you can get them cleaned at the dentest, but that will cost a lot.
Use peroxide as a mouth wash, and try herbal toothpaste--http://mind-mart.com/halitosis-causes-an...
There are basically three ways you can have your teeth whitened, and they are of variable efficacy. 1. You can buy cheap whitening at your local supermarket. Make sure it has hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide as its active ingredient. 2. You can buy high quality whitening trays online or possibly through your local health store or pharmacy. High quality trays tend to cost between $75-$300, but if you are set on whitening your teeth at home then they might be a good option. High quality trays tend to have more of the active ingredients, and therefore do a better job of whitening your teeth.3. You can goto a cosmetic dentist and have your teeth whitened with a laser. This is probably your best option, but it is the most expensive of the three. Dentists use gels with the same active ingredients as over the counter trays, but the laser is said to active them better.

How do I get my teeth to look like people on t.v.?

Without doing anything cosmetic like veneers and stuff? My teeth are really straight...thankfully it was something that just happened naturally and my parents didn't have to cough up the cash for braces. However, how do you get the teeth to be that white and the gums to be that pink and healthy looking? How do you pinken your gums? Also can you do this without having to spend a ton of money at the dentist? I do take care of my teeth and get regular cleanings but I just feel I can do more to make my teeth healthier. Also, it probably sounds really shallow but I am getting ready to start a new career in which I will constantly be dealing with new clients and I really want to pep up my teeth and smile. I just think your smile says about you.:-)
Answer:
Try whitening strips. They may not give you the same whitening results as the ones on Tv but very white for reg folks. Or ask your dentist about laser whitening. It's pricey though and can get stained again. Another option are trays from your dentist. You place the gel on it and wear them for 30 mins. You just pay for the refills after the initial payment for the trays. Or some dentists offer Crest Supreme. Just like the reg Crest Strips but higher whitening ingredients and longer strip. But don't get them super white though, lol. I live here in So Ca (LA area) and whitening is very popular. Some are way to white though. Reminds me of dentures or glow in the dark teeth, lol. Some have veneers or bonding. The strips or trays gave me fast results w/o looking unnatural. Good luck!
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You could buy whitening strips. Make sure you use Crest, and not cheap ones. They really work, and the illusion of very white teeth might make your gums seem a lighter shade of pink.
the crest white strips will work, but some of those stars have extremely white teeth, that's not natural, and it can be really expensive. Zoom, or even internal bleeching.
On TV they use special lighting so it makes teeth look whiter than they are. If your teeth are crooked get braces. If they are stained buy ultrabite toothpaste and brush your teeth with it. Also use mouthwash, floss, and brush your tongue daily.
crest whitestrips
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How do i get my teeth straighted with out braces?

how do i get them cmopletly straighted quikly and with out bracs or even with out invisalign. i have a book coming out and i need to get ready for photo shoots and book signings. Please help... btw im only 15.
Answer:
I'd like to tell you that this is possible, but sorry - it just isn't. If someone told you of a method it wouldn't be reputable. The reason is that if teeth are moved too quickly it will make the roots resorb (disappear), so you end up with short unstable roots of the teeth causing you major problems in the future. Maybe for your next book jacket cover! Good luck!
JAMRDH - a dental hygienist
I think I read something about some type of cover that goes over your teeth. I would suggest maybe talking to a dentist to see what can be done. Oh, and grats on your book!
book signings and photo shoots at 15? hmmm

How do i get dental work if i cant afford it and my credit is bad and i am having blood in my spit?

i brush and floss and still i have blood in my spit everday and have several cracked or fractured teeth what do i do?
Answer:
whoa. thats sounds pretty bad. u could try medicare in ur area. i believe they will provide emergency medical coverage for ppl with no money. why are ur teeth in such bad condition? whatever u are doing, you should think about stopping.
the blood may be because you brush to hard or not enough
The blood is probably from gingivitis. As for cracked teeth... you need to see a dentist. Look into social services in your area
i take it your job doesn't have dental benefits. if you can't get it through the state you're not going to get it looked at unless you either borrow cash and pay with that or get a credit card for people who have trouble with their credit.
See if there is a dental college in your area. It's great work and at lower prices. Or ask if your dentist takes payments. Some may give you a discount if you pay cash. Good luck!
You need to take care of that problem before it gets worse.You don't need good credit to get this Dental Benefits Plan.It is very affordable and will save you a lot of money.But first go to the web site and check the dentists in your area by typing in the zip code. Once you verify the availability of the dentist, you can sign up on line to get your ID #. You can use the plan immediately.One good thing is, the company gives you a 30 day money back guarantee.Check it out here:http://mybenefitsplus.com/wpaul/...Good luck!

How do I get a better smile?

What is a fast and cheap way to get pretty white teeth? I was thinking about getting porcelain veneers until I herd about how much they cost. So, what could I have done that dental insurance will pay for?
Answer:
A great way to keep your teeth clean and white is to buy Crest Whitening Pro-Health Toothpaste. Try to brush your teeth as many times as you can. And after every time you brush rinse your mouth with Listerene Whitening and you'll have a clean fresh smile =)
Use Crest White Strips. They work verrry well.
Crest whitestrips. Fast and cheap. I'm a former smoker and coffee addict and it always works. Three years and counting. Just go through the entire system as directed. Good luck!
If you were considering veneers you must have a bigger aesthetic issue than simply teeth that aren't white enough. Veneers can be expensive but will change the shape, alignment, size and color of teeth, depending on the aesthetic requirements. However, at around $1000 per tooth (in So. Cal) veneers are not an option for a lot of people. There is a product that is a removable devise that snaps onto your teeth that will also change the shape, size, alignment and color of teeth. It will solve your aesthetic concerns inexpensively and simply but is not a permanent solution.