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when i am in a disco and ultraviolet light is present it shows my own teeth white, but my dentures in shadow. is there anything i can do to change this?

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Pat,

Certain types of denture teeth fluoresce in ultraviolet light.  The only way to correct this is to have new dentures made.  If you choose to do so, be sure to mention this concern to the treating dentist so suitable denture teeth can be selected.

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Steven C. Scherr, D.D.S.

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Comprehensive Dentistry, TMJ Dysfunction Therapy, and Cosmetic Dentistry. Nineteen years of experience including hospital residency (Sinai Hospital of Baltimore), and training at the Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Education. Currently in private rehabilitative practice.

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I was the Summa Cum Laude graduate of the University of Maryland Dental School in 1981. I served as a General Practice Resident at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore in 1981-82, and have been in private dental practice since that time. My practice is now located in Owings Mills, MD, a suburb of Baltimore. My studies at The L.D. Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Education in Florida has enriched my practice and my patients. It was there that I learned the true meaning of excellence.

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