My teeth are fine and my lips and gums are healthy but when I smile I just look ugly. Is there any way to lengthen my smile or fix it? Do I just have to smile with a closed mouth forever. I'm so jealous of girls with big smiles.
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It appears that you have some crowding and unaesthetic angulations of your teeth in both your top and bottom jaws that could be greatly improved by orthodontic treatment, possibly even Invisalign. While this treatment may take longer than lets say veneers, its much more conservative because it...
I would suggest you visit a dentist that focuses on cosmetic dentistry or an orthodontist. Those are two great places to start since they are both familiar with facial and smile aesthetics and can offer suggestions for meeting your goals. It may be best to start with the cosmetic dentist first...
Filling in the space is not complicated, but the shape of the teeth will be changed. Bone loss from gum disease will never return, so you must choose what you prefer.