Question 1

can bad teeth cause face asymmetry. all my left sided teeth are pushed in towards the tounge. can this cause the cheekbone to look sunken ?

Accepted Answer

Facial asymmetry: Just for your information, true facial symmetry is extraordinarily rare and almost never occurs. The most common causes are teeth, skin imperfections, and variation in the bone structure.
Rec.: see an orthodontist (braces doc) for evaluation, cosmetic imaging, x-rays and treatment if needed.
Take care.

Question 2

i have two bad teeth, and had a broken jaw and face on that side. it was never fixed.dennust also said that there is a nerve runing into my brain?

Accepted Answer

The joy: The bad part of all this is that you have lots of nerves that run into your brain, because they let you know about pain. In fact all the nerves send e-messages to the brain.  It sounds like you've had your fair share of pain and that is very sad, but i hope with the proper care your teeth and body can send happy messages to your brain.

Question 3

every few weeks my ear will hurt a bit. not bad just bugs me. what can cause this? ear infection? i do have bad teeth on that side too. but dnt hurt

Accepted Answer

Possible infection: Bad teeth gingivitis or dental caries can cause multiple problems including infection to the adjoining structures. While you should get your ears checked for possible infection or fluid build up, make sure you get your teeth checked every six months.

Question 4

i have a white pimple on gums, vry bad teeth. i am chokin on phlem ev morning, cough, r side of bk of neck is swollen, stiff but no fever. whats wrong?

Accepted Answer

Virus?  : What you are describing could be many things.
One of which could be a virus.  See your physician or dentist for an exam and tests.

Question 5

bad teeth colour from fizzy drinks and lck of brushing. is there any way to reverse these effects?

Accepted Answer

Veneers: No way to escape it, you are going to have to see a dentist to get a diagnosis and treatment options. There is no home remedies to reverse the condition you describe.

Question 6

could good teeth/bad teeth run in a family?

Accepted Answer

Genetics: Genetics play a large role in our overall health, and dental health/disease is included. Diet ; oral hygiene also play a deciding role.

Question 7

can having diabetes makes cause you to have bad teeth?

Accepted Answer

Periodontal: It's a contributing factor to periodontal (gum) disease which effects the gums and supporting tissues of your teeth.  It does not directly affect the teeth themselves. The more controlled you are, the less likely you will have any of these issues.

Question 8

what do you recommend. i have 2 bad teeth that are broken. need them fixed but no dental insurance. any special place i can go for low income?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You can apply to 3rd party carrier, such as care credit, for long term financing.  All dental schools have lower fee clinics.  Many hospitals have dental departments with low fee treatment available if you qualify.  Most dentists have payment plans to make cost of treatment manageable.  Call local dentist and ask.  Check with your local hospital.  Contact social services.

Question 9

what causes the teeth to shift my top teeth are to the left more then they use to be when i look in the mirror i have bad teeth and i do grind my teet?

Accepted Answer

Call a dentist: There are a variety of reasons that teeth shift-genetics, age, grinding, bad habits and missing teeth. The loss of a tooth or a contacts between the teeth due to the tooth decay will create the movement of the adjacent teeth. The good news is that can all be fixed. 
Rec. : call your dentist for exam and x-rays.

Question 10

i am have a bad teeth ace?

Accepted Answer

Toothache.: Have you been receiving regular dental care? If you have a sudden toothache, I could represent an infection underneath the tooth was in the gums. This might need to be drained. Ideally speaking, you should get to the dentist very soon.

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Can bad teeth cause face asymmetry. all my left sided teeth are pushed in towards the tounge. can this cause the cheekbone to look sunken ?

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I have two bad teeth, and had a broken jaw and face on that side. it was never fixed.dennust also said that there is a nerve runing into my brain?

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Every few weeks my ear will hurt a bit. not bad just bugs me. what can cause this? ear infection? i do have bad teeth on that side too. but dnt hurt

A member asked:

I have a white pimple on gums, vry bad teeth. i am chokin on phlem ev morning, cough, r side of bk of neck is swollen, stiff but no fever. whats wrong?

A member asked:

Bad teeth colour from fizzy drinks and lck of brushing. is there any way to reverse these effects?

A member asked:

Could good teeth/bad teeth run in a family?

A member asked:

Can having diabetes makes cause you to have bad teeth?

A member asked:

What do you recommend. i have 2 bad teeth that are broken. need them fixed but no dental insurance. any special place i can go for low income?

A member asked:

What causes the teeth to shift my top teeth are to the left more then they use to be when i look in the mirror i have bad teeth and i do grind my teet?

A member asked:

I am have a bad teeth ace?

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