I just had orthodontic treatment which included braces on my upper and lower teeth. The braces are removed and I now wear holly retainers. One of my hopes was to mask an upper occlusal cant. The orthodontist did the best he could, but the cant remains conspicuous and makes my smile look very asymmetrical. I was interested in getting porcelain veneers anyway due to my teeth being worn down, and I was curious if veneers can be applied to mask an occlusal cant. Is this possible? Thanks!
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The Cost of Dental Porcelain Veneers can range from $900-$2000. This depending on the location you are being treated and the type of dental practice and experience of the Dentist who is treating you. A veneer in NYC will generally cost more than a veneer in Topeka, Kansas. A dental...
Amogst experienced cosmetic dentists, the magic number is 6. This is the number that most often leads to disappointment, as the goal of the patient is usually NOT achieved. When changing color, the teeth that show is the number that should be veneered, and the average smile shows...
If the teeth are severely malpositioned (crowded, etc) it will depend on the position of the tooth in the dental arch. Very often if the tooth is positioned very buccally it can be compromised due to the lack of bone support. In order to define what can be performed in order to improve the...
