“Anything I can do for my tooth gap?”
I've always wanted to model, but I have a huge gap in my teeth. This has prevented me from getting jobs in the past, and I've only had a few clients who were okay with the gap. So, I do want it fixed so that I can move forward with my career. What can be done for my gap?
15 Answers
"Gapping" is a condition whereby the jaws are physically bigger than the teeth they support. There is only one true answer for a large anterior gap: braces to close the gap and bring the anterior teeth together. At some point more posteriorly a larger gap will develop by necessity on both sides. A decision will need to be made to either 1) leave that gap there, or 2) fill it with either an implant or a bridge. If orthodontics is not available, and the gap is not too large, you can alternately consider veneers or crowns to close he spacing. With this type of orthodontic consideration, you will always have to consider having a retainer afterwards to prevent drifting of the teeth.
Have an orthodontist consult.
You can get the gap closed by getting veneers or bindings or Invisalign. There are different options. Depending on what's best for you, any one of these can be used.
This depends on the size of the gap. There are several options available: composite bonding, composite veneers, porcelain veneers, crowns, and orthodontic treatment. I would recommend seeing a dental professional to tailor a tereatment plan specific to your needs and desires.
Orthodontics is the preferred way to fix this, but direct resin bonding, veneers, and crowns can also correct a gap.
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A few options are available; veneers made of ceramics and bonding made of composite can solve your problem very well.
A few options are available; veneers made of ceramics and bonding made of composite can solve your problem very well.
There are a few options for correcting this. I would approach this situation based on if you like the shape of your teeth and if they are healthy. If they are healthy and you like the shape, I would do Invisalign or braces. If you dislike the shape or want them larger or longer, I would do a combination veneers and gum surgery to make the perfect smile for you.
Ravi S. Ramjit, DDS
Ravi S. Ramjit, DDS
The options are numerous and can be permanent or temporary. Othodontics (braces or clear aligners), caps/crown, veneers are a few of the permanent solutions. I think a "snap-on-smile" might be the most cosmetic temporary or transitional solution. Hope that helps.
Many ways to address this. The greatest concern is the size of the gap. Three popular ways of addressing this are with cosmetic bonding, porcelain veeners, orthodontics (braces), or a combination of the above. Your dentist should be able to recommend what would work best for you and help keep that beautiful smile for years to come.
Several procedures can be done to correct the space, assuming it’s on the anterior teeth (front teeth). Braces are one option, or direct bonding and porcelain veneers. Seek help from your dentist, or ask your friends for a referral.
Good luck.
Good luck.
You should visit an orthodontist.
Braces or veneers
No simple answer. Solutions can range from braces (to close the space), to bonding or laminates (to alter the tooth size), to a removable tooth colored space filler that you just use for pictures. See a dentist for a cosmetic evaluation and your best solution.
Gaps can always be fixed. There are 2 options. One is moving the teeth orthodontics, and that can be done with clear aligned therapy. The other way is with veneers. Your mouth would need to be evaluated for an opinion on which would be the best.
Dr. Gochman
Dr. Gochman
There are several options to treat the gap between your teeth. If you are okay with a long-term fix, you can do Orthodontics with clear aligners like Invisalign to close the gap between your teeth. If you want a quick fix, you can get laminate veneers (which is a cosmetic procedure) to close the gap between your teeth. In either case, you would need to see a dentist for an evaluation or consultation for a cosmetic or orthodontic procedure. Then you can get an accurate treatment plan about the procedures needed and treatment plan with the cost.
