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Why did my dentist file my teeth?
Tooth filing. Tooth slenderizing. These are a few of the names for a procedure that’s done to slightly reduce the size of a tooth to improve its appearance or the way it fits inside your mouth. Many people also refer to this process as “tooth shaving.”
Is it bad to file teeth?
The protective layer of enamel you’re chipping away at is limited. Once you break through it, the damage is done. It’s such an important part of your tooth’s health, and without it, you’re basically just shortening the lifespan of your teeth. Soon, you could experience tooth sensitivity and even loss.
Can dentist file filling too much?
Similarly if a filling is too large, this can also lead to tooth ache and can make it difficult to adequately clean the teeth and the person will then become at risk from further decay and may require further fillings or alternative treatment.
Can a dentist force you?
It’s important to remember that no dentist can force you to have work done — and if you’re uncomfortable with how things are proceeding while you’re in the chair, it’s entirely within your rights to get up and leave.
How can I safely file my teeth?
With the fingernail file you can take that file on that sharp edge of the tooth. Within a few strokes, that sharp edge is a rounded edge making the tooth feel so much better. Most people have a fingernail file at home. While I did use a metal nail file in my demonstration, any nail file will work.
Does it hurt when dentist file your teeth?
Painless. Because only surface enamel is removed in tooth reshaping and dental contouring, there’s generally no discomfort during the procedure and no anesthesia is required. Improves health of teeth.
Can you file a tooth down with a nail file?
With the fingernail file you can take that file on that sharp edge of the tooth. Within a few strokes, that sharp edge is a rounded edge making the tooth feel so much better. Most people have a fingernail file at home.
What happens if you don’t have dental records?
Without dental records that follow you around for life, your future care will be compromised. Q: My dentist suddenly closed his practice and subsequently transferred his health records and files to another dental practice with which I am not interested in pursuing a relationship.
What are my rights as a dental patient?
The following is a typical checklist of the rights to which you are entitled as a dental patient: To a high standard of care, without regard to ethnicity, sex, national origin, religion, age or disability. To be treated with courtesy, respect and the highest professional, ethical and moral conduct by your dentist and his or her staff.
Can I get a copy of my dentist’s file?
Those health records are yours and you have the right to have access to that entire file, including the financials, the treatment plan, X-rays, and everything else it contains. As for the procedure to obtain a copy of your file, it should be the same as if you were requesting the file from your current dentist, which I’ll outline for you here.
Is ask the dentist a healthcare provider?
Yes No Note: Ask the Dentist is not a healthcare provider. The information here shouldn’t replace a one-on-one relationship with your dentist. Note: Ask the Dentist is not a healthcare provider. The information here shouldn’t replace a one-on-one relationship with your dentist.