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A:You keep trying the NHS http://www.nhs.uk/ and get that tooth fixed. The bigger problem is that you don't really have the cash for a costly procedure. Mexico is cheap on Dentistry but if you go there, make sure your seeing a "real" dentist... Or you can... Put 3 or so pounds a week in a jar that says "Dentist" on it. Make sure you can't see in the jar. Wait until next time you need a dentist, (kids too) and open the jar! Depending on how well you practice dental hygiene...will be how long until your next time. Also research private dentist's in your area and ring them up. Ask what what they have available for "low income families". Many dentist's will except a payment plan or knock off a few pounds if you are "low income". Check out these links: http://www.dentalguide.co.uk/index.html http://www.privatehealth.co.uk/private-dentistry/find-a-dentist http://www.rdoc.org.uk/find_a_dentist_uk/uk_dentists/uk_nhs_dentist/uk_cosmetic_dentist/uk_dentist.html http://www.queensway.co.uk/ http://www.smiledentalcare.co.uk/

A:If he is a smart dentist, he is not going to give you extracted teeth. They are a biohazard and should be disposed of accordingly.

A:It depends on how sympathetic your dentist is to your plight. Veneers are sometime done on the NHS, but it's quite unusual. Still, there is no harm in asking and it may be that he/she will be able to point you in the direction of someone who can carry out the proceedure if it's not their own field. As for the pregnancy, I'm afraid I do not know. That's something else you need to ask your dentist about directly.

A:I'm sorry to hear about your problem. As a dentist, you have to see things from out point of view... Someone comes in with a problem who we've never seen before. The odds are (sorry to assume, but...) you only go when in pain. This may be cuz of finances but whatever. So we solve your problem and then you leave. We bill you. The service will probably only be like 100-200 dollars. What if you don't pay the bill? We're left high and dry. Sure, I can afford to do a few of these every now and then, but if you make a policy out of it, you'll soon be unable to pay your bills and your staff and such. So I doubt you will find someone to bill you. Also, I have no idea where you live; if I did I could try to help, bu you didn't say what area you were in!! Let me know and I'll see if I know anyone around that place! you can try calling your local Dept of Health and maybe they can refer to a dental school or local non-profit clinic (i work for one of those as well.)

A:As a dentist myself I can tell you that it is OK for you to start eating and drinking, but please be very careful of hot foods. The Lidocaine that was used to block the nerve in the tooth sometimes takes several hours to wear, especially if extra Lidocaine was injected. If your numbness does not wear off in a couple more hours then you might consider giving your dentist a call, he/she will be able to tell you how much Lidocaine was injected and can give you an estimate of how long it should last. Just be careful and make sure to chew your food very well and take precautions to prevent biting your lip or tongue, so chew very slowly and be mindful of hot foods as these can burn the inside of your mouth where the gums are numb. Good luck with your tooth and your pregnancy!!!