How to get a fuller smile? I've had braces. I'd like my smile to be similar to Britney Spears-I love her smile and teeth (Photo)

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I'm 29-I had braces when I was 21 for 1 year and then my teeth shifted after a few years and then when I turned 25 I purchases invisalign. I did not wear my retainers like I was supposed to-I asked my doc for a permenant retainer and he suggested I use the removeable invisalign retainer which was a bad move-I'm just not disciplined enough. So now my teeth are shifting again. Should I go for veneers on top this time? Please let me know your thoughts. I've attached photos.

Sarah Thompson, DMD · Answer

Hi there,You have great positioning of your teeth, which makes you a great candidate for veneers.  Here are a few things to consider about veneers vs. more orthodontics (braces, Invisalign, Clear Correct, etc.)Veneers:  should last you 20 years, if done right; pick your shade; highly stain resistant; takes 1-2 appointments to place; extremely cosmetic and natural looking; can cost about $1k or more per tooth, depending on the dentist that you choose; they way they look is dentist-dependent; no worry relapse.Orthodontics:  can last for several years, if retainer is worn daily for several years; no ability to pick shade; no stain resistance; very cosmetic and natural looking; can cost about $3-6k total (so more affordable than veneers); not as dentist dependent.  Good luck and I hope this helps. Follow me if you have more questions.Sarah Thompson, DMDReal Self Top 100 Doctors

Robert Fields, DDS · Answer

The problem with braces or invislalign is wearing the retainer. Anytime orthodontic work is done whether it be invisalign or regular braces you will be wearing a retainer for the rest of your life.. Your teeth will naturally move back to where they started if you do not wear the retainer.. You have to be compliant about this. Your first dentist should have listened to you because you mentioned you wanted a permanent retainer and that would have worked for you. I think your teeth look great. If you are looking for a broader more toothy smile like Brittany, Veneers are your answer. They are  rather pricey but you will have the size and color you want along with a wider smile. You can also go for more orthodontics which can expand your arches, giving you a broader smile.  Your choice!

Donald L. Wilcox, DDS · Answer

The only way your smile will look more full is to either have more orthodontics with the goal to expand the arches or have veneers placed that build our the teeth to give the appearance of a broader smile.  If you are considering the veneer route, it might be wise to try a snap on or trail smile first to see if the look you want can be accomplished before committing to that many veneers.

John Heimke, DDS, MPH · Answer

Porcelain Veneers could be the answer. Schedule a Smile Consult and see your options. John Heimke DMD FAGD

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