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

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?

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.