Veneers or braces for teeth gaps?

Your best advice will come from a consultation with an experienced cosmetic dentist.  Sometimes, if your teeth are spaced appropriately, no-prep veneers like UltraVeneers will work wonders perfecting your smile. Or, it may be possible to perfect your smile by moving your teeth to the ideal... more

This is a great question, and it really depends on many different factors. Are the gums and supporting bone around these teeth in good health? How will moving the lower front teeth impact the bite? Do the lower front teeth have fillings? How large are the spaces? Are the spaces all equal? Do you like... more

If the gaps between teeth are very large, It is better to have some orthodontics prior to veneers. If veneers are created for very wide gaps, unhelthy ledges occur and can trap food and bacteria which can lead to gum problems.

Depending on if the gaps are large and where the gaps are will be important when making this decision.  If we are talking about a few mm gaps in the front, then veneers might work.  If the gaps are in the back, then crowns or onlays would be advised.  If the gaps are large, braces should be... more