I have short roots and peridontal disease, and a loose bottom tooth since forever. A wire and bonding held it for years. He wants to pull all four teeth and get my partials. I'm only 41. Shouldn't I keep natural teeth as long as possible? What are my options?
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Thank you for your inquiry. We're sorry to hear about your discomfort. Your bite should absolutely feel correct. It's not healthy for your front teeth to be hitting before your back teeth, as it can cause bruising of your front teeth ligaments as well as possible fracturing of these teeth. ...
Your bonding looks excellent. Your dentist did a great job in contouring and shaping those teeth to make them appear as natural as possible. Enjoy your smile! :-)
Hello there,While composite bonding can be used to improve the appearance of your teeth, it is not a permanent fix. Bonding chips and stains easily and is not as durable as porcelain veneers. I would recommend replacing the crown on #7 and 4-8 veneers across the top. See an experienced cosme...