Will I Need Braces? (photo)

I had a baby tooth that had a cavity in it. After X-rays the dentist found out that I didn't have a adult tooth underneath. The dentist decided to pull my tooth because it was causing pain. Now I have a gap in my mouth. The dentists think it would be a good idea to get a implant. It has been a year since then and at the last appointment they informed us that the space was growing together. They said I would need something to hold my teeth in place. Would I need braces!?

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HOW TO HOLD MISSING TOOTH SPACE

In a situation like yours it would have been better to repair the baby tooth and save it if at all possible because it would have held the space. Since that was not possible and the teeth are moving now the next best thing would be to get a lower removable retainer for night time wear so you won't lose any MORE space than you already have. At least you could stop the process until later when you decide what you want to do for a long term solution. At that time you can... more

Missing teeth

Missing teeth is more common than you would think. You definately need to go see an orthodontist. The longer you wait the harder and longer your treatment will be Vijay Bhagia, Space Center Orthodontics, Houston TX