A Way to Lengthen my Front and Lateral Incisors? (photo)

Thank you for your question. No, retainers should not hurt. They should sit passively and hold your teeth in place.  You mentioned that you did not wear retainers for 2 months. Most likely what happened is your teeth shifted and your retainer is not fitting the way it was designed. Forcing it ov...

There are many variations of “perfect teeth”. There is an art and a science that must be considered when deciding on the validity of that quote. In dentistry there are guidelines that are taught which define the ideal occlusion. Because all of us have different shapes and sizes of teeth, “pe...

The teeth do appear inwardly tipped, especially the cuspids. It may be an option to orthodontically "torque" the upper and lower teeth out. This is not a quick movement and would require additional time in braces. For some patients it is helpful to first broaden the smile and then...

A good oral exam and x-rays can make sure that the bone and no extra teeth are present. The Dr will plan the best treatment for you. You might want to  explore invisalign . it looks like about 12 to 18 months of trays for you and will also help as a retainer when finished. You also...

At your age, I would start with giving it time.  Your body is still in the "growth and development" stage, and may fill in the space all by itself.  If not, the Bioclear Method can really do wonders for black triangles.

Your best option is to see an orthodontist. It sounds like you want a nice smile and are concerned with symmetry. Having all you natural teeth even if they need to be reshaped with bonding or veneers is best. The Dr will do a diagnostic set up for you and show you how your result will look...