What Can I Do to Fix a Tooth Gap Near the Canine Teeth? (photo)

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I have gaps behind the canine teeth on both sides of my smile. This was caused by over-crowding which resulting in having 6 teeth pulled when I was younger. When my present teeth came in, the canine have seemed to bulge out more than I would like and also resulted in an unsightly gap. I'm extremely self-conscience about these gaps and am willing to do whatever it takes (besides braces) to fix this problem to get my picture perfect smile. Thank you!

Nick M. Mobilia, DDS · Answer

Once your teeth were removed, most likely you had orthodontics.  In any event, your dentist needs to find out what caused this instability in your bite that caused the gap to become wider.  This instability most likely was related to your bite and the muscles of your TMJ causing occlusal instability.  Once the problem is identified, you can make the proper corrections with a few options that I can suggest.  I am not sure why you are not willing to have braces but INVISALIGN might be a good option evn though you are aginst braces.  Another option would be to have a porcelain veneer or crown made for the canine and the second bicuspid.  They would have to be made slightly wider than your present teeth/situation in order to close the gap but it is a viable option.  Good luck and please keep us informed.

Adnan Saleem, DMD · Answer

It is harder to see on one picture to give suggestions but vaneer with crowns is one possibility to get the results you want. You need to discuss with dentist to see the options. You can also think about Invisalign or short term braces in less time to have better vaneers or without vaneers.  Best of luck in achieving the smile you want.

Kevin Coughlin, DMD · Answer

Bonding, Veneers, Crowns and or ortho all will work depending on your time frame and budget will most likely drive the treatment make sure you see the result in a wax up before you start to make sure your happy with the look good luck

	 

	 

	Kevin Coughlin DMD, MBA, MAGD      CEO Baystate Dental PC

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