Space in Between Top and Bottom Front Teeth. Hawley Retainers or Veneers? (photo)

Thanks for providing the photo! I will start but having your dentist evaluate your frenum attachments first. This piece of tissue that is located upper and lower lips , right where the two fron teeth are (string). If it is too attached and too low, almost between your front teeth, you will have to consider soft tissue laser. This procedure is very simple and painless, after the area has healed, you can consider a Hawley retainer if you are happy with the shape and color of your teeth.... more

If the spaces between your upper central (front) incisors and lower central incisors happened after your braces were removed, have your dentist check your frenum attachments which is a soft tissue attachment (looks like a string) from the inside of your lips to the gums. If it attaches too close to the teeth, it often causes a space to form or open between these teeth. Another consideration is the frenum attachments are normal, would be to close the space using Invisalign. It would... more

If you are pleased with the shape and looks of your teeth, then go with the Hawley Retainers. If you are unhappy with the cosmetics of your front teeth, however, then go with the Porcelain Veneers.