Braces Q&A
75%
WORTH IT RATING
"Worth It Rating" shows the % of consumer reviewers
that stated the procedure was "Worth It" or not.
See more RealSelf Worth It Ratings
or Add Your Review
View Before and Afters
Average Braces Cost: $3,842
Learn about Braces
347 people and 117 doctors are talking about Braces
Get Free Email Updates
Will a Retainer Fix a Mild Overbite Without Braces?
Will a retainer help a slight overbite due to sucking my fingers at a young age? It's not as bad as most thumbsucker's teeth, but I wanted to know if...
5 doctor answers
Correcting Buck Teeth?
I'm a 47 year old with a massive overbite. Every dentist I go to for cleaning says my protruding centrals are the biggest they've seen. It was caused...
6 doctor answers
Can I Get Braces on my Upper Teeth Only?
I would like to know, can I get braces just on my upper teeth, or should I have it done on my bottom teeth as well? My bottom teeth are okay.
5 doctor answers
How Much Do Regular Metal Braces Cost?
We don't expect braces for our son to be covered by insurance and understand that the price is high - what is the typical price range for your...
3 doctor answers
How Long Does It Take to Fix a Medium-sized Teeth Gap?
I am a sophomore in high school who is very self conscious of her teeth. I have a medium-sized gap, which is obviously too big to be fixed by bonding....
3 doctor answers
What to Do with Gapped and Two Big Front Teeth?
My teeth are a real mess. I have a huge gap on the front two teeth. Those teeth are really big compared with the other teeth. What should I do and how...
2 doctor answers
Are Braces an Option for Severe Overbite?
I am 46. I am missing my molars right/left back, as well as bottom molar on the right. I have a severe overbite and I'm wondering at this point if...
3 doctor answers
How Long Would I Need Braces for Teeth Gaps?
I have straight teeth but between each tooth, I have a small to medium sized gap and a little bit of an overbite. I'm just hoping it won't take long...
4 doctor answers
Braces for Open Bite and TMJ?
I will be going to the orthodonist on Wednesday to talk about getting braces, but I'm scared because I have a major open bite and TMJ problem. I'm...
3 doctor answers
How Are Clear Braces Different from Metal Braces?
Are clear braces still available as an alternative to metal braces? I don't mean invisalign, but the actual orthodontic braces that are tooth-colored.
5 doctor answers
Are Fast Braces Dangerous?
FastBraces seem to good to be true... do they pose any threat to the future of your teeth, such as root resorption? One internet blog claims that one...
3 doctor answers
Braces for Smile Correction
My smile is not really bad but it kind of looks like I have fangs. I need the teeth on both sides of my two front teeth just brought out and it should...
4 doctor answers
Braces and Receding Gums
I am very interested in getting braces. I have some receding gums on my lower front teeth. Would I still be a candidate for braces?
2 doctor answers
Braces After Dental Implants?
I'm under 18 and next year, I'm going to have to get two dental implants for my 2 front teeth. I wanted to know can I get braces after this?
5 doctor answers
How Long After Braces Can I Get Rhinoplasty?
Is there any conflict with getting braces on my teeth shortly before Rhinoplasty? I know with braces sometimes you take Tylenol the day you get them...
7 doctor answers
Dental Surgery Before Braces for Open Bite?
I have an open bite all most wide enough to stick a pencil between my teeth. I need open bite surgery. Can I get the surgery first and then have the...
4 doctor answers
Braces or Dental Implants for Missing Teeth?
I have a missing tooth on both sides of my lower teeth. I have already seen a doctor for this but I'm still waiting for a decision from her. It has...
5 doctor answers
How to Fix Misaligned Tooth from Not Wearing Retainers?
I didn't wear retainers, wisdom teeth not taken out, now teeth have moved. I wore my retainer every day/night for a year after my braces were taken...
2 doctor answers
What's the Best Way to Straighten Teeth?
What's the best way to straighten teeth? Are traditional braces the way to go or is there a better way?
2 doctor answers
Will Bicuspid Extraction Cause TMJ?
After a number of consultations for braces (all recommended Damon), I have been informed by multiple ortho that the extraction of four bicuspid is...
5 doctor answers
Is Tooth Extraction Necessary to Wear Braces?
Hi Im 19 years old.I have overlapping and crowded teeth.I want to wear braces for my upper jaw.Bt my doctor said that two of my canine teeth need to...
2 doctor answers
Best Procedure for Correcting Crooked Front Teeth?
I have two things I'd like to correct about both sets of my front teeth and I'd like to know the best suggested procedure to accomplish this....
1 doctor answer
Ceramic Braces Vs. Metal Braces
Should I get ceramic or metal braces? I am 22 and my case is not complicated. I have a midsize gap between my left canine and mollar. I also have...
4 doctor answers
Can Lower Braces Fix 3 Slightly Shifted Teeth Without Messing Up my Bite Too Bad?
Top teeth are straight. fixed retainer on bottom. two of my lower front teeth shifted out a little. I went to my ortho and he said top teeth look...
6 doctor answers
Will Overbite and Teeth Crowding Weaken Teeth?
I have an overbite with crowding of upper teeth. I am concerned, will that 'filing' of teeth reduce the enamel and cause weaker teeth?
7 doctor answers
Type of Braces Recommended for Overbite and Spacing Issues?
I'm a 19 year old college student, and I'm unsure about what kind of Braces I should get. As you can see, I have issues with spacing, as well as an...
3 doctor answers
Crooked Canine Teeth - Will I Need Braces?
My top left canine tooth is a bit too far up in front and sometimes when I close my mouth or something I bite down on my lip and it hurts. Also my...
2 doctor answers
How Long to Wear Braces for Few Crooked Teeth?
I only have a few crooked teeth and the orthodontist said they would straighten out. How long do I have to have braces for if I only have 2 or 3...
2 doctor answers
Options Besides Tooth Extraction and Braces?
My dentist discovers that I still have a baby tooth and a permanent tooth above it in my gums. He suggests that I get the baby tooth removed and wear...
1 doctor answer
Will Wisdom Teeth Extraction Cause Teeth to Shift?
I haven't yet had my braces off for 6 months and my dentist has just informed me that I need to get my wisdom teeth extracted in the near future....
1 doctor answer
Correct Openbite First or Get Braces?
My upper jaw is to long and I have a receding chin with my openbite. I want to have the surgery first and Braces later. Do I need to have braces first...
3 doctor answers
Overbite/overjet
I have a 3mm overbite as well as an overjet. i consider my smile very unnatractive and weak due to overbite. I also have consistant discomfort in my...
3 doctor answers
Braces for Bottom Tooth That Adjusted?
I've had braces before, but a tooth on the bottom has adjusted. Is it possible to get braces just for the bottom teeth to fix this one tooth (it's...
4 doctor answers
Can Braces + Extractions Fix my Class 2 Overbite and Flaring Teeth or is Jaw Surgery Needed? (photo)
Hi,I have a moderate Class2,deep overbite. From profile my Class 2 overbite protrudes my teeth/lips into a "monkey mouth"look. 1st Ortho I...
2 doctor answers
Which Should I Do First, Braces or Veneers?
I feel like my two front teeth need to be smaller. The orthodontist said she would be pushing them back up into the gums so they wouldn't look so...
4 doctor answers
What is the Cost of Accelerated Orthodontics?
There is little real information available about the cost of accelerated orthodontics, and I understand that there's a range but I'd like to...
3 doctor answers
Getting Braces After Pulled Wisdom Teeth?
If I get my wisdom teeth pulled before I get Braces, how long after getting them pulled do I have to wait to get my braces?
3 doctor answers
Braces Closing a Molar Gap
Hello, I have braces on to straighten my teeth and only have 6 months to go. I also have a missing molar. I spoke to my dentist about closing the...
2 doctor answers
Want Braces but Hear I Need Surgery to Widen my Upper Jaw. Can Surgery Be Avoided?
I need braces, but have heard that I need surgery to widen my upper jaw because it is too narrow. Is there any way to avoid surgery?
3 doctor answers
Top and Bottom Braces to Correct Overbite?
I have an overbite. My doctor already recommended me to an orthodonist. I'm going to him on July 15,2009 for an exam. I have lost all my teeth and all...
1 doctor answer
Gap After Molar Extraction / Teeth Drift - Close Gap w/ Braces or Create Gap for Bridge?
Dear Doctor, I am 28 years old & had a molar extracted 3 years ago; there's been teeth drift and only 20% of space is remaining. An Implant is...
4 doctor answers
Are Braces Needed for Gaps Between Teeth?
I want to get caps or veneers but I do not want the spaces. Do I need to get Braces first or can I find a dentist that can make my smile great...
5 doctor answers
Can I Fix my Mild Crowding Without Extraction of Bicuspids?
I am 23 years old and cosidering getting braces for my crowded teeth so that my smile and face can be more symmetrical. so far i hav visited two...
8 doctor answers
Will Fast Braces Work for Me (Overbite, Teeth Spread Out)?
I had a small gap between my two front teeth until I was 11 or so and lost my left top incisor and the adult tooth never came in. My teeth then spread...
3 doctor answers
Braces Before or After Chin Surgery?
I am currently 18 years old and I will have a chin surgery when I turn 21. Should I wait after the surgery to get braces or should I get them before?
3 doctor answers
Can Braces Move An Adults Jaw Forward Even Slightly?
I am 26 and have an ugly overbight. mild crowding and they are not straight it seems like my jaw is not as far forward as it should be . my bite is...
1 doctor answer
Can Elongated Teeth Be Pushed Up into Gums?
My 11 yo has elongated front teeth (also overbite, crossbite & crowding). 1st ortho consult says 2 teeth can be pushed back up.Can they? Do you...
2 doctor answers
Does Pulling out Good Teeth when Getting Braces Have Disadvantages in the Future?
I'm 13 and may be getting braces soon. I have to pull out two of my teeth in order to make room for the other teeth. So will pulling out the...
2 doctor answers
What to Do About Large Front Teeth with a Gap?
I have big front 2 teeth and have a gap between them as well. How do i make it better? I went to a dentist in Kathmandu and she told me i need to do...
1 doctor answer
How Long Does It Take to Expand/widen Arches with Braces?
I am finishing up with my braces, I have had them for 4 years, my orthodontist is going to try to widen the arches a little, he says a couple of...
2 doctor answers
Getting an Inman Aligner
After getting impressions on Inman Aligners, how long does it take for them to call you to tell you their ready?
1 doctor answer
Adult Braces - Are Brackets Necessary?
I recently got braces and I also had to have a bracket put in that attaches to my two second last teeth and goes across the roof of my mouth. I don't...
2 doctor answers
How Long Does It Take to Be Approved for Braces?
I went today to NYU so the orthodontist can check my teeth. I was sent to NYU because I have to see if medicaid approves to pay for the braces. I'm a...
Best Option for Out-of-place Canine Tooth?
I'm a 21 yr old female who's had braces (and biteplate, spacers, and headgear). See picture. Mostly my teeth are straight, but with a...
3 doctor answers
When is a Retainer Used Rather Than Braces?
I would rather not get braces to correct my crooked teeth. How effective are retainers when used as an alternative to braces?
4 doctor answers
What Do Braces Have to Do with Beauty?
I just wanted to know in what ways can braces enhance or improve your beauty other than a beautiful straight teeth smile.
4 doctor answers
How Much Would It Cost to Put Braces Back on After Taking Them Off?
I had just taken my braces off after 4 years, only to notice after a month with retainers that i still had minor gaps around my four front teeth,...
2 doctor answers
Cost of Braces and Time Taken
I am twelve years old,i have gaps between my tooth and an open bite.what might be the cost of my braces and how many years will it take.
2 doctor answers
I Cant Afford Extremely Needed Braces, Any Suggestions?
Im 16 and have needed braces since 7th grade, and unlike most teenagers i WISH i had them.My parents could never afford them.When i turned 16 i was so...
1 doctor answer
Space Will Not Close - Closing a Tooth Gap
I have been wearing braces for 28 months (I am 29yrs old) and I'm concerned because my Ortho wants to take my braces off, but there is a spaced...
1 doctor answer
What's an Inexpensive Way to Close Gap in the Two Front Teeth?
My 2 front teeth have gap since 4ever Im trying to find a way to permanently close it without doing braces maybe veneers can do the job. what else can...
1 doctor answer
Braces Vs Invisalign for Receding Gums
What would be the best form of braces if you have receeding gums? My front of teeth sit out too much and the front 2 are crooked. I would be keen for...
4 doctor answers
Do Braces Make Your Teeth Weaker?
I heard it makes your teeth weaker after u take the braces off. Will it move back to the original position?
1 doctor answer
Can Wearing Braces Also Alter Your Face Shape/profile?
I have a little asymmetry in my face and have quite a long face. My orthodontist is planning to fit a brace to my top teeth to widen the arch as it is...
1 doctor answer
Can Braces Be Fitted to Only One Set of Teeth?
Can I only striaghten my bottom teeth if that is the only area of crowding? Or do braces need to be fitted to both sets of teeth?
1 doctor answer
Best, Cheapest Solution for Gap Between Front Teeth?
What would be the cheapest and best option for fixing a gap between my two front teeth?
2 doctor answers
How Do I Know That I Need Braces?
I have an over bite and gap but I dont believe they are terribly bad or need braces but I want to be sure and I cant ask a dentist because I dont have...
2 doctor answers
I've Heard Braces Are Painful, Are "Fastbraces" Any Different?
I'm researching different alternatives for "adult" braces. Never had them as a kid
2 doctor answers
4 Months of Braces Followed by 9 Months of Invisalign - Good Plan?
I have crowded bottom teeth and apparently a class one overbite. Pretty straight upper teeth aside from canines rotated inwards (causing the bottom...
9 doctor answers
Are Removable Palate Expanders As Effective As Fixed Ones?
My dentist is going to give me a removable palate expander. He says its basically brand new technology, it is clear, and has only been out for around...
2 doctor answers
Flared Front Teeth Correction?
I have root blunting as a result of previous orthodontic procedure, and my 4 front teeth are flared. What can be done about this?
Have 3 Implants, Can I Get Braces And/or Retainers?
I have 3 implants, the 2 upper cuspids and the 1st right upper bicuspid. I'm noticing that my 2 front tooth are shifting forward. Can I get a...
10 doctor answers
Braces And/or Invisalign for Crooked Canine Teeth? (photo)
Hi, I'm interested in treating my crooked canine teeth (photos attached) but I'm not sure what the best solution. I'm not worried about my...
5 doctor answers
How to Fix Large, Wide Canine Teeth? (photo)
Do I need braces to fix my large canine teeth? When I say large, I don't mean sharp. They don't line up with the rest of my teeth and they...
2 doctor answers
Would I Be a Good Candidate for Braces?
The gap is about 1mm in size and it does bother me. I do not feel confident at all with my smile and I was wondering if braces would fix the problem....
5 doctor answers
Best Braces to Straighten over Bite and over Crowding
Hi, I've had a few crooked teeth ever since I lost all my baby teeth. I've also had an over bite since then as well. Anyway, I was wondering...
2 doctor answers
How Long Does it Take to Fix a Slight Overbite?
Is a month and a half enough time to fix a slight overbite? iWear My Rubberbands all day and change them frequently.
1 doctor answer
Is Having Braces Painful?
I'm thinking about getting braces but I'm scared to death. Does it hurt while they are putting on the braces? And I have a tooth that grew behind my...
2 doctor answers
Overlapping Teeth - Should I Make an Appointment with an Orthodontist?
My teeth are crowded my central incisors on the top overlap slightly, the lateral incisors next to them are pushed out a bit, my cuspid teeth are...
4 doctor answers
Braces Instead of Dental Implants for Teeth Gap?
I have straight teeth, but I'm considering braces to close a gap on my bottom and upper mouth from loosing 2 molars. Since braces would be cheaper...
2 doctor answers
How Much Would It Cost to Fix Gapped Teeth?
Hello, I am 20 years old and a college student with an insurance plan from Health Plan of Nevada, and I live in Pennsylvania, so I'm not covered...
Braces or Invisalign for Patient with Benign Vertigo?
I have benign vertigo and have read that Invisalign can cause a lot of head pain. Should I not consider Braces since I have vertigo or are the chances...
3 doctor answers
Can my Midline Be Easily Fixed?
I had biomax surgery 4 months ago everything was perfect until recently the midline of both jaws is fine but it's no longer in line with the mid...
5 doctor answers
Way to Correct Overbite Without Braces?
What cosmetic dentistry do you do for a really bad overbite? i do not want braces, what's the quickest thing?
1 doctor answer
How Can Braces Correct a Bad Bite With No Overjet?
My daughter is in college and has a problem with her bite. Her front teeth hit directly over her lower teeth when she bites down, and she has no...
5 doctor answers
How Long with Braces for Gaps and an Open Bite?
I have been tongue thrusting since a baby. I have never visited dentist, but I have read about my condition and it says I must go to an orthodontist....
1 doctor answer
Can Occlusal Adjustment Really Fix my Bite Problems or Do I Need Orthodontic Work?
I had braces when I was young, but my retainer didn't fit after a while, so I stopped wearing it. Then I had four pregnancies and realized that my...
5 doctor answers
Missing Permanent Teeth - Best Option?
My son is 15 and is missing both of his permanent first premolar teeth. My question is...do I pull the baby teeth and move the back teeth forward with...
3 doctor answers
As Far As Overbites, What is a "Scale from 1-10" Overbite? (photo)
I have an overbite. It is not very big, but I am thinking about getting it fixed. I can't fit my finger underneath it or anything and my teeth are...
1 doctor answer
Can Orthognathic Surgery Help Me? If So, How Long Would I Wear Braces?
I'm a forty-two-year old male who was born with unattractive teeth. That being, it was both a blessing and a curse that I had absolutely no upper...
7 doctor answers
Best Option for my Tooth Gap?
My major concern is my front tooth gap on my upper bite. My bottom teeth are pretty straight. I thought about bonding but I'm not sure if my gap...
I Have Crowded Lower Teeth and Grade 3 Malocclusion/underbite. Which Braces Would Be Best?
Would like advice on what would be most effective in solving the crooked,overcrowded lower teeth. I would also like to improve my underbite which is...
2 doctor answers
Best Treatment to Fix Gap Between Teeth?
I'm 36 and have had this gap in my front top teeth ever since I can remember. Also have a chip on one from falling off a bike. What should I do to...
1 doctor answer
Braces Vs Dental Facelift Procedure
Im 41, have an over bite, grind my teeth and have the type of tmj that is muscular. I like the size and shape of my teeth but some of my teeth are...
4 doctor answers
How Long Do You Think I Will Need Braces for my over Bite and Crowding?
Hi.I'm 19 yrs old and I'm going to get braces soon. I Have crowding on the top & bottom of my teeth and there's 2 teeth in front that...
4 doctor answers
Board Certified Orthodontist, What Does It Mean?
What is a Board Certified Orthodontist? Is there more than one board an orthodontists could get certified into become a Board Certified Orthodontist?
4 doctor answers
Do I Need Braces for Crooked and Crowded Teeth?
People say my bottom front teeth look crooked. My top teeth are kind of starting to curve in a bit, and I have two molars that are trying to come in...
2 doctor answers
Open Bite, Braces and Recessed Chin
I was diagnosed with an open bite and have some crowding. I'm 21 years old and have a recessed chin and a somewhat long face. Can the open bite...
2 doctor answers
Best Place to Shave Teeth to Help with Overcrowding?
I had braces before & I lost my retainer. Since then my teeth have moved slightly and are now a little overcrowded. When shaving between the...
1 doctor answer
What's the Best Way to Close Up Two Gaps Right In the Front on Both Bottom and Top? (Visuals)
The first 2 pics are 3d images of my teeth 40 weeks after invisalign treatment,i havent started treatment yet. my dentist said he could fill the 2...
1 doctor answer
Can Botox Effectively Treat Dimples or Indentations That Appear on Chin?
Hi, when I smile small indentations or maybe its a dimple appears on my chin. Is Botox a possible remedy to ward off this appearance or is a filler...
1 doctor answer
Braces Before Molars?
Im an 12 but my molars have not come though and i think i need braces. can i have them?
3 doctor answers
Braces, Implants, or Veneers?
Hello. I'm 35 years old and back in high school I had braces but after they were removed I got a retainer and did not use it correctly, now have...
1 doctor answer
How Long Do Adults Wear Braces to Straighten Teeth?
Is there a timeline my dentist will follow for treatment? What can I expect at each stage?
2 doctor answers
Advice on Proper Treatment for Open Bite?
I am a 25-year old male who's life has been greatly affected by an anterior open bite. I had no idea how complex a problem this is when I recently...
1 doctor answer
Are Clear, Plastic, or Porcelain Braces Used on the Upper and Lower Teeth?
I recently went to a dentist to discuss having traditional braces or invisalign. He is recommending traditional braces for my case. I suggested I...
1 doctor answer
Reduce Pain with Braces?
Are there other gels besides Anbesol, that I can use for my gums for the pain?
4 doctor answers
How Much is It to Have a Retainer Put On?
I'm from the UK and I'm in college and I want to get a bottom retainer brace. Does anyone know how much it will approximately cost? Answers...
Help Gaps and Turned Teeth
Help.I'm 22 years old and I have had a gap in front of my teeth since I can remember The teeth beside the front have gaps too and almost resemble...
2 doctor answers
What Grade Of Orthodontics Treatment Would I Be Classified As?
The Grades: http://www.learn-ortho.com/IOTN-1.html What grade of teeth would i Be classified as
6 doctor answers
What is the Best Treatment for Straight Teeth After 4 Tooth Extractions?
I had 4 teeth extracted, 2 on top and 2 on bottom, about a few years ago, I definitely want braces to straighten out my teeth so what would be the...
2 doctor answers
Options For Front Teeth Hitting Each Other?
My front teeth are hitting each other, and my back teeth are not touching. I have recently noticed that my front teeth also also a bit loose from this...
2 doctor answers
How Long Will It Take for a Major Overbite to Be Fixed with Braces?
My teeth are pretty straight I just have a major overbite. How long do you think it would take to fix that with clear braces if i do my procedures on...
1 doctor answer
What to Do to Fix Large Gap in Teeth?
I suck my finger for about 20 years and i have a big gap on me teeth. Its possible That my teeth can be normal again? I feel so sad tht i dont have a...
1 doctor answer
Braces or Dental Implants?
I have two missing teeth (pre-molars) on the lower jaw. I am currently in braces to straighten the teeth to prepare for an implant on the left side. I...
2 doctor answers
Possible to Alter Class 2 Bite to Class One W/o Surgery?
Hi,I have a moderate Class2,deep bite& moderate overjet.From profile my teeth slope outward a bit. I hate my Class 2 since it protrudes my...
3 doctor answers
Braces or Invisalign For Crowding, Gaps, SnaggleTooth and Overbite? (photo)
I'm 22, crowding on the bottom teeth, and small gap and snaggle tooth at the top, and an overbite. Braces or invisalign? How long would treatment...
9 doctor answers
How Long Does It Take to Move Roots with Braces on
I am getting ready to have upper and lower jaw surgery and it has been postponed due to the #11 and #12 teeth are too close so the roots need to be...
1 doctor answer
What's the Average Amount of Time an Adult Has to Wear Braces to Fix Their Crooked Teeth?
5 doctor answers
I Have Uneven Teeth and a Slight Overbite. What Are my Options?
I know braces are probably a must but I was wondering if it is possible I get the ones that are not visible? I don't want people to see I am...
3 doctor answers
My Upper Third Molar is Missing, Is it Possible to Close this Gap with Braces?
Hello my upper first molar was removed one week ago. I want to know If is possible to fill the space with second molar using braces. I dont have a 3rd...
3 doctor answers
extract unerupted tooth, or make space with braces?
I am in a position to get my crossbite fixed and unerupted tooth extracted along with straghtened teeth for £3000 via orthodontic work, (just...
2 doctor answers
Do I Need Braces To Fix My Overbite? Any Other Accessories? (photo)
I'm Alayna and I'm 19. I'm attaching some pictures of my teeth. My dentist says I have a severe overbite and should get it fixed. Do you...
3 doctor answers
Can I Have Ceramic Braces Only for Upper Jaw to Address Diastema? (photo)
I have large gap between my maxillary central incisors although my mandibular teeth are perfect. Can I have ceramic braces only for upper jaw? will it...
1 doctor answer
Is There an Alternative to Extracting Teeth (Such As Wearing Braces) to Correct Teeth Crowding for a Smile Makeover?
5 doctor answers
How Much Do Braces Cost for Teenagers Compared to Adults?
Is it more difficult to correct the teeth if more time passes? What are common problems that can result if a teenager decides to wait until becoming...
2 doctor answers
How Severe is my Underbite? How Can I Go About Fixing This when I'm a Poor Teenager? (photo)
I'm a 16 year old teenager and my dad can't afford the money to buy braces/fix my jaw so I don't know how I'll be able to get the...
1 doctor answer
Do I Need Braces For Small Teeth and Bite? When Should Excess Gum Tissue Be Addressed? (photo)
My teeth are small. & I've noticed that my bite doesn't seem that big either. I have a narrow bite. So I was wondering do I need braces to...
1 doctor answer
Is There a Way to Close a Teeth Gap in One Day with Cosmetic Surgery?
Hi, I have a gap between my two front teeth and I am about to start my modeling career in a about a month. I would like to close my large teeth gap...
1 doctor answer
Long Term Tooth Loss - Crooked Mouth
I look in the mirror, and I think I look good. Then I see photo, like in a drivers license, and I have a hideously crooked mouth. I lost a front tooth...
1 doctor answer
Braces Vs Implant
I need braces and a implant,because I have an missing tooth. confuse of what to do first.
3 doctor answers
What Kind of Orthodontic Procedure Would You Recommend for Two Small Gaps?
I happen to have 1 small gap on both my right and left side (so a total of two) between my lateral incisors and my canine teeth, and I wanted advise...
2 doctor answers
What is the Differance Between Invialine and Regular Braces?
What is the differance between invialine and regular braces? Which is more effective?
4 doctor answers
Closing a Gap Between my Teeth Without Braces? (photo)
I have a little gap between my teeth what could i do to close the gap besides getting braces, im 21 and really dont want to have to get braces for the...
2 doctor answers
Advised to Get an Implant to Replace a Decayed Tooth. My Mouth is Crowded. Braces?
As seen in the photo, on the right, bottom, second from the back is the tooth in question. My teeth, are always crowded on the bottom. Here's the...
4 doctor answers
Possible to Put Brace on Wisdom Tooth?
Is it possible to get braces on a wisdom tooth and a second molar, only to close a space where a first molar was removed?
1 doctor answer
What Key Factors and Benefits Are Considered when Choosing Between Metal Braces and Surgical Alternatives?
What would be the most reliable option for having a healthy bite and reduce the risk of further problems later? When is surgery needed?
2 doctor answers
What Are My Options For Straightening my Teeth Without Braces? (photo)
Without the use of braces?
2 doctor answers
Will Braces Work to Fix Teeth Spacing? (photo)
I am a sophomore in high school and I am very self-conscious of my teeth, I don't smile in any pictures and I cover my mouth when I laugh. I have...
1 doctor answer
Fixed or Essix Retainer for Gapped Teeth? (photo)
I'm 26 years old, and got my braces 13 months ago and should have them taken off within 2 weeks. I had big spaces between my teeth. My ortho...
3 doctor answers
Why Do Braces Brackets Need to Be Removed when Doing an Implant Impression?
My implant dentist insists on my braces brackets next to the empty space awaiting the crown be removed but my orthodontist insists the opposite...
2 doctor answers
What if Teeth Move After Mold Taken but Prior to Installation?
My molds were taken on April 14. I am scheduled to have braces attached on June 6. Not sure, but I think my bottoms have shifted since April 14. Is...
3 doctor answers
I Have Two Front Teeth That Are Severely Overlapping, What are My Options for Aligning them? (photo)
I am getting married in 2yrs and would love to have a descent smile. I was told it was an easy fix if they removed the teeth directly next to them. I...
1 doctor answer
How to Fix Small to Medium Teeth Gap?
I have a small to medium gap in my teeth (the frenum is separating them). How might I fix this problem and how much would it cost me?
What Should I Ask During the Consultation with the Oral Surgeon/Orthodontist?
I am 24 I have been considering orthodontic treatment, the plan is braces, followed by facial surgery to correct my open bite, and continuing braces....
1 doctor answer
What Can I Do to Correct my Bite Misalignment? (photo)
My bottom teeth go off to the left. I would love to have my bite aligned properly. I am not sure what the best method for me is. Any help would be...
4 doctor answers
I Just Got a Palatal Expander, Will It Close My Gap Before I Get Braces in 3 Weeks?
Everyones making fun of the gap in my two front teeth. Im getting my braces in like 3 weeks I dont have to turn my expander anymore. I was wondering...
2 doctor answers
Is It Worth It for Me to Get Braces for a Bite Issue (Not Cosmetic)?
I'm 25. My teeth look good & straight and cosmetically it doesn't look like I have a problem. But if you look closely my top and bottom...
2 doctor answers
Braces - When Will Teeth Be Fixed?
I got 4 teeth removed this and last week. Starting next week when bleeding stops, I will get the braces on the other parts. But I just want my teeth...
1 doctor answer
Will Missing Teeth Help Braces Work Faster?
I have one missing tooth on the lower and uper teeth, when i get braces will that gap help in getting my teeth straighten faster?
3 doctor answers
I Have Ugly Spaces Between my Teeth..should I Have Braces or Retainers? (photo)
I have these small spaces in between my teeth..particularly the front ones..no crooked ones just obvious spaces..i hate looking at it especially...
3 doctor answers
Braces for Adult with Overbite and Overcrowding?
I am 42 years old and have overcrowded teeth (I have all of my wisdom teeth; their eruption pushed all other teeth together), resulting in frequent...
1 doctor answer
Will Braces Correct My Overbite?
I have an slight overbite due to which my face looks short .i am 19 years old.when i put my jaw in position of underbite my face looks good.i want to...
3 doctor answers
Will I Need Orthodontics Before Fixing my Peg Lateral? (photo)
I'm really self conscious of my peg lateral, but I've had two dentists tell me not to worry about it or fix it. It's 5mm wide and the...
1 doctor answer
What Should I Do with my Gap, Implant or Braces?
Hi,I have a triangular gap in the bottom of my two front teeth like 5mm between the gum and 4mm top of the teeth. I happen to have this gap due to two...
3 doctor answers
My Teeth Are Not Visible when I Smile. What Can I Do?
I have some problem which makes it impossible for me to show my teeth while smiling and i am left with an awkward uncomfortable smile.
2 doctor answers
NHS or Private Treatment?
I am in a position to get my crossbite fixed and unerupted tooth extracted along with straghtened teeth for £3000 via orthodontic work, (just...
1 doctor answer
I'm Planning to Put on Braces, Will That Change my Vocal Chords, Range and Tone Once I Remove Them?
I sing Opera. Thank you.
2 doctor answers
Would Like to Know More About "No Braces" or "Myobrace" for a 10 Year Old Daughter?
My Daughter is 10 years old. We just visited an orthodontic and he adviced to have a temprory plate for her upper arch, because of crowding. He also...
3 doctor answers
Does Suresmile Decrease Treatment Time As Promised, or Are Hand Bent Wires Just As Good?
1 doctor answer
I Have Really Bad Goofy Teeth,how Long Will I Have to Have Braces For?
I have had goofy teeth for a long time,my two front teeth,and the ones next to them are aswell but aren't as bad,how long will i have to have...
2 doctor answers
What Are My Options For An Overbite?
I am 20 years old and i have slight overbite .i feel like my lower jaw is stopped from moving forward. i want to know that braces will help to move my...
4 doctor answers
If You Ask the Orthodontist for a Specific Type of Braces Will They Give It to You?
If i go to my orthodontist and ask him for lingual braces will he put them on my teeth??
3 doctor answers
What Happens Once Jaw Bone / Teeth have Shifted? (photo)
Where do I start? I used to have a perfect smile and in the past couple years I’ve noticed its changed and looks completely different. My gums...
2 doctor answers
Should I Wear Braces if I Don't Need Them?
I had braces & now they've been removed. I miss them so I want to get them back.
2 doctor answers
How Much Do Braces Cost Without Insurance in NYC? (photo)
I have lower crowding on my teeth and a few pushed back teeth on top, yet I still do not qualify for braces because it's not " severe "...
How Long Would It Take to Achieve Correct Bite if All Teeth Are Straight?
Three lower teeth are slightly crooked. How long after straightening them would it take to achieve the correct bite?
1 doctor answer
Is Extraction of 4 Bicuspid Necessary for Me? (photo)
I went to two orthodontists who advice me to extract four teeth to fix my overcrowding and overbites teeth. They said they could also do the...
3 doctor answers
Do Some Orthodontists Charge More Based on Location of Practice?
I'm located in Tx and am trying to find an orthodontist. As an example, should I get an estimate from a doctor in Dallas and maybe one in Irving...
1 doctor answer
Thumbsuckers Teeth Correction? (photo)
I am in my mid 30's and have been sucking my thumb into adulthood and unfortunately have done some major damage to my teeth. I have a mild case of...
2 doctor answers
Orthodontic Surgery Before or After Rhinoplasty & Lip Lift W/ Lip Implants?
I'm considering orthodontic and plastic surgery in the future. I'm not sure which to do first. I have a gummy smile with a mild-strong...
2 doctor answers
Should I Get Braces? (photo)
I really need an expert opinion for this.On my photo theres just 1 teeth who is reverse.. it goes backward, and i dont know what to do,is it needed to...
2 doctor answers
Is a 9mm Overjet Serious but Small Enough to Get Braces?
My dentist said I don't need braces but I have a 9mm overjet its noticeable but apparently my teeth are fine but in the uk (where I live) if you...
3 doctor answers
Protrusion: Can This Be Fixed with Braces or is This a Surgical Issue? (photo)
As you can see from my profile my lips stick out past my nose and chin and I don't like it. My orthodontist suggested Braces+ IPR, or Braces w/...
2 doctor answers
Can I Put Braces for a Second Time?
I have already worn braces as a teenager between ages 14-19 for straighter teeth and i put a mini implant (tad) on gum for closing the space because i...
2 doctor answers
Does Having a Bridge Increase the Cost of Braces?
Does having a bridge in my lower jaw complicate the procedure and cost for braces? How do they work with or around my bridge situation.
2 doctor answers
Best Option for Me, Braces or Invisalign? (photo)
-Upper and lower teeth are crowded -Upper front teeth bite further forward than they should in relation to the lower front teeth (Increased overjet)...
6 doctor answers
Will Braces Fix the Big Gap Due to Tooth Loss and Fix my Diastema? (photo)
I have diastema since young (genetic) and I have very low self esteem. Am i a good candidate for braces? I just want to wear braces! Will it make my...
I Have an Overbite and My Two Front Teeth Stick Out. How Long Would it Take to Straighten My Teeth? (photo)
Hi I Got Overbite Class 2 My Front Teeth Are out Can You Please See How Long Its Gona Take to Straighten Up if I Use Metal Brace
Are There a Lot of Rules About Eating Properly when a Person Wears Braces?
What can't I eat with braces?
3 doctor answers
How Can I Correct Bucked Looking Two Front Teeth? (photo)
I've recently noticed that my two front teeth are being pushed forward more and more, the one on the right much worse, and was wondering why this...
1 doctor answer
Braces or Invisalign for my Teeth? (photo)
What Kind of Braces or Treatment is Better for my Teeth Setting? Is Invisalign Works for my Teeth?
4 doctor answers
Concern About Cosmetic or to Correct Bite. What is the Difference?
When I visit my orthodontist the first time, he asked what is my main concern, cosmetic or to correct my bite. I would like to know what is the...
2 doctor answers
Get Braces After Having All Back Teeth Removed, Top & Bottom?
I had to have all of my back teeth removed..top & bottom. I also have a maryland bridge in the front of my mouth. Is it possible to get braces w/...
1 doctor answer
Invisalign? Braces? How Painful? Sooo Confused, What Is My Best Option?
In my late 40's with my two upper incisors that are slanted over my front teeth. and a bit of crowding on my lower jaw. My ortho has said that it...
4 doctor answers
I Am 45 and About to Be in a Full Set of Braces. Why Do I Need 3 Teeth Pulled?
Why do I need 3 bicupis teeth on the left side pulled first before I get a full set of braces? The ortho said this was a difficult case Why?
4 doctor answers
Need a Tooth Pulled and Can't Afford Implant, Would Braces Help Fill the Gap?
My doctor says the rooth canal tooth(left lower molar) that had a crown 6 months ago has to come out as it appears to be a fracture in the bone...
1 doctor answer
What Would I Need to Do to Make my Teeth Straight and How Much Would It Cost? (Photos)
What Would I Need to Do to Make my Teeth Straight and How Much Would It Cost? (Photos Included)
3 doctor answers
What is the Best and Least Invasive Treatment for a 5mm Overbite?
I have a 5mm overbite. I got braces as a teenager so I already had 4 teeth removed. Besides my overbite, as an adult, my teeth are otherwise straight...
1 doctor answer
Teeth Too Small for Braces? Is This True?
27 yr old female with a history of gaps in family. My gaps are throughout not just the two front teeth. I went to the dentist she advised my teeth are...
2 doctor answers
Braces Might Be Required for an Implant; True?
I recently had a broken molar extracted. The orthodontist originally thought she could bring the back molar forward to close the gap, but after an...
2 doctor answers
Why Can't I Wear Braces Without Pulling out my Decaying Molars First?
I want to wear braces but I don't understand why I need my decaying molars to removed first. The brackets won't reach them anyway right? Thank...
1 doctor answer
About to Get Braces For Crooked Teeth, Will Extractions Speed Up or Slow Down Process?
I have an overbite my teeth are crowded . My orthadontist said that they might end up extracting some of my teeth but he wanted to give braces a try...
Braces with Veneer at the Same Time?
I need a veneer to cover an ugly white spot i've had since childhood on my front upper tooth. My orthodontist recommends that i do braces first to...
2 doctor answers
Why Are Traditional Braces the First Choice when Solving an Open Bite Situation?
Why Are Traditional Braces the First Choose when Solving an Open Bite Situation? After, reading it seems that traditional braces actually makes the...
1 doctor answer
How Much Do Braces Cost and What Are the Payment Options?
I was referred to an orthodontist by my dentist to get braces, but I dont know what to expect walking through the orthodontist office. I do not have...
I Have Just Finished my Root Canal Treatment, How Long Should I Wait to Get Orthodontic Treatment?
Dear Doctor, I have just finished my root canal treatment and my endodontist said that it takes about 6 month for the bone to completely heal. It has...
2 doctor answers
Overbite and Gap. What Do You Recommend For Correction? (photo)
I have an overbite its mainly just my two front teeth that's the problem , but i also have a gap so i was wondering if there was a way i can get...
How Long Does It Take for a 4 Mm Space in Your Front Teeth to Close?
I have a really big gap in my front teeth. it is about 4mm wide. i have a pallet expander on. when i was done turning it it got really big. i am going...
I Have Gaps Between my Front Teeth What Options Do I Have? I Don't Want to Remove Any off my Teeth
I Have Gaps Between my Front Teeth What Options Do I Have? I Don't Want to Remove Any off my Teeth
1 doctor answer
Do I Need Braces? (photo)
I'm 16 now and every time bite down it is sore on the teeth that is on top of the over grown teeth and cant eat anything on it and making my...
Correcting Gap/Bite. Would Braces Suffice? Or Would I Need Surgery? (photo)
Would braces be able at least correct the gap? Or would surgery be required for any substantial correction. I'm 24.
Received 2 Evaluations For My Son's Overbite, How Do I Know Which Is Right?
First orthodontist recommended braces with metal ring on very back teeth and regular on rest and it would be 24 months for son's overbite. Second...
1 doctor answer
How Long Do I Need Braces For? Had Them Once and Didn't Wear Retainer.
Hi I'm 17 and I had braces from when I was13 till I was 15. But being stupid I didn't wear my retainer and now my right incisor tooth is...
Straighten Teeth Without Extractions Possible? Needs Second Opinion. (photo)
Hi - I am 29 year-old healthy female. I received a consultation from an orthodontist. I have crowding, especially in my lower teeth, and the doctor...
1 doctor answer
Is It Okay if I Get Braces for my Upper Teeth Only?
I'm 15 and I have no problems with my bite and my lower teeth. But one of my front teeth shifted outwards and sort of also sidewards. It's not...
1 doctor answer
Crossbite and Braces? Effective?
Hello! I just had braces put on Thursday. I am in concerns of if these braces will help my crossbite,and tilted bite?I cant talk without my jaw going...
How Much Time Will It Take to Set the Canines Using Braces? (photo)
My canines in the upper jaw have bent inwards how much time will it take to set them to the right place.?
My Front Tooth Was Slightly Cracked Near to the Gum. I Did a Root Canal. I've Always Had an over Bite, Can I Still Wear Braces?
My Front Tooth Was Slightly Cracked Closer to the Gum. I Did a Root Canal. I've Always Had an over Bite, Can I Still Wear Braces
Don't See Your Question? Ask a question