I have a slight overbite. Would veneers help align my teeth straight and fix the overbite? (photos)

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I am looking to get veneers for my canine teeth. All my teeth have a slight overbite; however, my canine teeth are slightly shifted back causing them to go behind the bottom teeth. Would it be possible to get veneers so that they could all be aligned straight, and what would that do to the bite? Would I have to get all 6 front teeth done, or just those two?

Sarah Thompson, DMD · Answer

Based on your photos, it would be far less expensive to correct your teeth with Invisalign in your particular case.  It would likely take about 12-16 months to align your teeth properly.  I would recommend that you consult an excellent cosmetic dentist to discuss Invisalign.  To answer your question about veneers, yes, a dentist like myself could correct your teeth with multiple veneers and crowns, but this would not be optimal in your case and the financial cost would likely exceed the cosmetic benefits.  Good luck and I hope this helps. Follow me if you have more questions.Sarah Thompson, DMD

Lance Timmerman, DMD, MAGD · Answer

You don't have an overbite, the front teeth overlap like normal.  Your canines are in CROSSBITE, and are best treated by moving the teeth.  Veneers would be a poor choice, as the result would be incredibly thick and really be a crown.  Due to the crossbite, both teeth likely would need root canal therapy and a post, making a weak tooth prone to fracture.  Ultimately loss of tooth would likely result in the future.Braces is best, at minimum consider an Inman aligner.  Probably done in 10 weeks with Inman.

Scott Young, DDS · Answer

When you bite down your canines are in what is called a crossbite.  Your lower canines are hitting outside your upper canines when you chew, which is not ideal.  I do not think that porcelain veneers are the best option for correcting this in your case.  I believe that seeking a consultation with an orthodontist would be the correct way of approaching treamtent for you.  This would require braces for approximately 12-18 months,  but once completed your bite would be ideal and you smile would be improved as well.  Good luck.

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