Category “Ian Hutchinson”

How much are braces for life?

July 26th, 2011
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Hi there,
I had braces as a teenager but was never fully satisfied with the results. Now at 24 I would like to get braces again. I am unsure which ones would be suitable.
My Wisdom teeth have started to come through and its causing my front two teeth to push together and slightly forward. This is all I would like corrected.

What can you suggest? and how much money do you think this would cost?
A friend of mine has a metal bar behind her teeth for life- I wouldnt mind this.

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Dr Ian Hutchinson

Ian Hutchinson

Beaufort Park Way, Chepstow, NP16 5UH
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Can I get my rabbit teeth pulled back?

July 26th, 2011
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Dear Ian, I underwent a course of braces when I was in my teens and as I’av grown up and my wisedom teeth have come through then I feel like its pushed my front teeth too far forward and that I have buck teeth (rabbit teeth) and I hate it, is it hard to get teeth pushed back in? And if not what is my best brace to do this and what’s the cost. Iam 25 by the way if that helps, thanks so much for your time

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Dr Ian Hutchinson

Ian Hutchinson

Beaufort Park Way, Chepstow, NP16 5UH
Web: www.thesmilelounge.org.uk Tel: 01291 624534

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What are the quickest braces to fix my teeth?

July 22nd, 2011
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Hi there doctor, i wonder if you can help
Could you tell me the quickest braces you have? I have two front teeth which stick out almost forward and they are ugly! i have saved up a bit of money and would just like to get them sorted out as soon as possible! I’m not too concerned about whether it is too noticeable i would just like something that gets the job done quickly and effectively. What would you recommend?
thanks

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Dr Ian Hutchinson

Ian Hutchinson

Beaufort Park Way, Chepstow, NP16 5UH
Web: www.thesmilelounge.org.uk Tel: 01291 624534

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What do I do about my broken bracket?

July 21st, 2011
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I av had my braces on for around a month now, but i think my dentist did something round. I’av had a slight numbing pain at the root of all my teeth so it making it very difficult to eat and drink. But the other day when I actually managed to eat something one of the brackets came loose and is no longer attached to my tooth. Is it just me or is it my dentist doing something wrong? also do I ring up and get a emergency appointment or just leave til my check up in 2months? thanks

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Dr Ian Hutchinson

Ian Hutchinson

Beaufort Park Way, Chepstow, NP16 5UH
Web: www.thesmilelounge.org.uk Tel: 01291 624534

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Did my tongue cause my crooked teeth?

July 20th, 2011
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hi there

sorry to be a bother but could you tell me the best brace and overall treatment for crooked front teeth, caused by my tongue? I know its kind of weird but it has defo had an affect on the way my front teeth are and i would really love to get treatment to straighten them. However, im guessing the problem could come back so is there anything that can be done to stop it happening again?

thank you for your time and any advice you can give doctor

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Dr Ian Hutchinson

Ian Hutchinson

Beaufort Park Way, Chepstow, NP16 5UH
Web: www.thesmilelounge.org.uk Tel: 01291 624534

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What are the best braces for my twisted teeth?

July 19th, 2011
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hi

i have had bad teeth all my life, crooked and twisted etc, i have always kept them in the best of health though, but i think it is past time that i let them stay in the state they are in. I have twisted teeth throughout my mouth, visible from every angle and i just wondered what would be the best brace system for me to use to solve my problems? I am looking for something that is effective yet discreet so any help you could give me on making my choice would be very much appreciated.

Thank you

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Dr Ian Hutchinson

Ian Hutchinson

Beaufort Park Way, Chepstow, NP16 5UH
Web: www.thesmilelounge.org.uk Tel: 01291 624534

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Can STb social 6 braces treat back teeth too?

July 11th, 2011
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Dear Dr Hutchison,

I am interested in having the STB social 6 braces treatment but have a few questions.

Firstly, I know the treatment provides rapid movement of the teeth. Is the risk of root resorption increased compared to conventional braces? If so, by how much?
Secondly, I notice from the pictures and case studies that the brackets and wires are placed only on the anterior teeth, leaving the posterior teeth not to be treated. Is it possible to have the posterior teeth altered as well, or is the whole point of the STB social 6 braces to adjust only the anterior teeth?
Can the treatment be successful with partially erupted 3rd molars?
Lastly, once the treatment is complete, do you give a retainer of some sort to ensure that the teeth do not move back into their original position?

I would greatly appreciate it if you could take some time to answer these questions.

Warm Regards,

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Dr Ian Hutchinson

Ian Hutchinson

Beaufort Park Way, Chepstow, NP16 5UH
Web: www.thesmilelounge.org.uk Tel: 01291 624534

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What braces treatment would you recommend for my horrible crooked teeth?

July 8th, 2011
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Hello Doctor,

I just wanted some general advice on the best brace for my condition. I understand that a full evaluation will be needed before everything can be certain but I would just love some outside information to help me with my choice. OK basically I have very horrible teeth, not decayed or disease just very crooked. My two front teeth are buck and I have a number of those ‘fang’ teeth which occur when teeth erupt above milk teeth and then never settle. Which brace system would you recommend for treating this case effectively, quickly and if possible discreetly?

Thank you very much for your time doctor and any help you can give is greatly appreciated.

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Dr Ian Hutchinson

Ian Hutchinson

Beaufort Park Way, Chepstow, NP16 5UH
Web: www.thesmilelounge.org.uk Tel: 01291 624534

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Would I be able to get braces or a retainer on the NHS?

July 8th, 2011
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Hello Dr Hutchinson. i had a brace when i was about 13- 14 and had 4 teeth removed due to over crowding i had head gear at night to bring one tooth on the top down and elastic bands but when i had them removed i didn’t wear my retainer i had no problem untill i had turned 21 ad fell pregnant when my wisdom teeth started to grow i have had all 4 of them removed but now i am 28 i have noticed my teeth arent as straight as they should be the bottom are more crooked and some of them overlap and on the top one of my teeth stick out just a little bit would i be able to get a brace or retainer on the nhs just to strighten them out

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Dr Ian Hutchinson

Ian Hutchinson

Beaufort Park Way, Chepstow, NP16 5UH
Web: www.thesmilelounge.org.uk Tel: 01291 624534

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