Hello. I just want to ask about my smile. You see my teeth are straight but I don’t like how their narrow. Plus I notice when I smile my lips look crooked. A few years back I had braces bc of a slight deep bite but wasn’t consistent with my retainer now my teeth moved back. Biggest mistake of my life. It just makes me insecure. is there an alternative besides braces? Not too expensive like under $2000.
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We completely understand the limitations you feel because of your teeth. We see it every day. From what you describe and based on your concerns the following may apply to you: You could aesthetically enhance your smile with crowns or veneers. Not only will this fix the chip but it will address ...
Crooked smiles can be the result of many causes. One of the most common, which by the way is often not recognized by dentists, is damage to the Temporomandibular Joint(s) (TMJ) causing Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD). In this situation the growth plate on the higher side would be damaged...
I would definitely recommend aligning your teeth using Invisalign or braces. But it's really important to make sure your gums are healthy first. From the photos it looks like you have some tartar buildup on your teeth, and maybe it has been a while since you had your teeth professionally cle...