Why are my teeth falling to pieces and my dentist failling me?

Im one of the few lucky people to have a dentist but he's rubbish. He was a family friend but is too laid back. I brush all the time and cut out sugar as much as possible but my teeth are getting blacker. inbetween my teeth are crumbling away and my gums are constantly bleeding. I take 12 painkillers at least a day and my dentist cant get me in till June. Im 21 and am scared I'll get dentures. I was due to get veneers last year but my teeth were too damaged. I cant eat hot or cold food and chewing is a task. I have been going to the dentist every week for almost 2 years and now hes full I have been waiting 3 months. What can I do?

Why are my teeth falling to pieces and my dentist failling me?
First, I am so sorry hun. That is a horrible situation. Make sure you are using sensitive toothpaste to help until you can get into any dentist. I would recommend going online to find others in your area if you are on a Dental plan as well.





There are conditions that are genetic that cause problems with teeth as well as bone density. Also many people have thinner enamel which is what helps to protect the teeth, without that extra bit, your teeth are more susceptable to caries, or decay.





If I were you I would get a prescription for antibiotics straight away. That type of wear and damage is dangerous and can lead to infection in the bone and cause even more severe pain. Have the teeth had root canals on them? If not, you may want to consider some of them, and have crowns done. It is expensive but worth the effort.





Are you in the US? If so you can go to the American Dental associations website to get more info on Prosthodontists in your area and new dentists. While crowns are being made you are given temporaries to wear for a while.





Implants are another option, but it truly depends on the state of the jaw bone as to whether or not that is feasible. This needs to be consulted by an Implant surgeon or Oral/Maxillofacial surgeon. If the bone doesn't support it, they will be a huge waste of money and fail.





First and FOREMOST, Get a new Dentist. I understand loyalties, but this is YOUR mouth and this is something you will have to live with. You cannot always live on anothers schedule. Get a consult with a Prosthodontist an Implant surgeon and/or Oral/Maxillofacial surgeon. They will give you the best options available to you, since I cannot see your mouth nor have xrays, These are just general ideas. I hope everything works out for you. Best of luck hun.
Reply:phone nhs direct they will give you an emergency dentist or try phoning round other dentists on the of chance they get a cancel but it will beprivate and will cost
Reply:I'm with her =ditch this dentist for someone who will care
Reply:Wow hunny sounds like you have a dentist from hell, you can sue him for starters as he has had 2 years to save your teeth. And as for your teeth being too damaged to have veneers thats rubbish. You sure he dont have a vendetter against you, if your teeth were that damaged 2 year's ago then you wouldnt have them now. Veneer's can be put on extremely bad teeth, hence why people have them.





You are also clearly suffering from gum disease, I really am shocked your dentist hasnt got rid of it yet. Also I am very supprised the dentists books are all booked if he/she is really that bad. There is always a solutions even if its an extraction, you shouldnt be sent home with no more appoints due if still in pain.


Definately look for a new dentists now.





Dentists only advice nowdays is make sure you brush an floss daily and use mouth wash, I do an its never helped me with the problem I have now.





I have been having some problems with my teeth recently and it started in February this year when I had to have a filling, then 1 month later exactly I need another filling, then 1 month exactly after that I need my front teeth coated as they were chipping. I have now become obsessed with my teeth and I am so scared I am going to lose them. It's horrible cause my teeth appear really nice and healthy but infact there weak and causing me so many sleepless nights. I've done none stop research on teeth thats why I no your dentist is chatting rubbish to you.





Goodluck hun.
Reply:Im sorry about your teeth but are you also flossing and using a mouth wash?
Reply:Get your self another dentist as soon as possible! Also I dunno if the doctor would be able to help. Could it be something in your diet that your not eating, gum infection, maybe gum disease? I dunno if this would help with your bleeding gums, but you could try washing your mouth out with an antibacterial mouth wash like Listerine. Swill your mouth with a mouth wash for 15 -30 seconds after brushing. Also floss between your teeth. Are you also getting plenty of calcium?
Reply:watch what painkillers you take paracetamol can be very dangerous to overdose on them cos they can leave you in a vegitive state on any more than eight a day . too laid back means he is lazy,you should try to get another dentist or move to newcastle where there is a dental hospital and all treatment is free
Reply:Call other places, and make an emergency appointment.
Reply:It definately sounds like yes you do have bad teeth, im sorry to be so blunt. But as for your dentist, he should of told you to floss. Especially if you say they are crumbling between the gums. And yeah if a patient has poor oral hygiene (which may not be totally your fault if you have not received any oral health advice) they wont do the work. Depending how bad the situation is and you stepped up on the hygiene you could slow down the process. It cant be reversed however. Just because someone brushes twice a day doesn't necessarily mean they are doing it properly. Spend at least a minute and a half to 2 mins brushes, floss and use a fluoride mouthwash. If that helps then you may get the work you need. However, can I just point out that venners may look good, but they can limit what you eat. Like you would never be able to bite into a roll or apple for example because of the risk of damaging it.


But good luck, sorry if it seems like I went on a bit. I'm a dental nurse training to be a hygienist and oral health advisor.

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