I am 24 and have crooked teeth, I just requested to have my 4 top front teeth replaced and maybe my bottom 4 front as well! Or would braces be a better choice?? Please let me know!! Thanks!!
May 12, 2016
Answer: Implants compared to braces
If your teeth are healthy and bad alignment is the only issue, I think braces (orthodontics) would be the best and most conservative treatment. If there are cavities, shape issues, fractured teeth or if gum disease is involved, then bonding, veneers, crowns or implants would be appropriate to consider. If you really need implants, they are a great option, but I would take a healthy tooth over an implant in my own mouth any time. I have done cases where we did a combination of both implants and orthodontics, so it's a good idea to talk to an orthodontist before you decide.
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May 12, 2016
Answer: Implants compared to braces
If your teeth are healthy and bad alignment is the only issue, I think braces (orthodontics) would be the best and most conservative treatment. If there are cavities, shape issues, fractured teeth or if gum disease is involved, then bonding, veneers, crowns or implants would be appropriate to consider. If you really need implants, they are a great option, but I would take a healthy tooth over an implant in my own mouth any time. I have done cases where we did a combination of both implants and orthodontics, so it's a good idea to talk to an orthodontist before you decide.
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February 21, 2011
Answer: Braces or implants
If at all possible and ideal, orthodontics (braces) is better to align mis-aligned teeth. Implants is often reserved for replacing hopeless teeth. A consultation with orthodontist is a good place to start to learn about what is involved in treatment. Without having any x-rays and evaluation information at hand, that is my recommendation.
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February 21, 2011
Answer: Braces or implants
If at all possible and ideal, orthodontics (braces) is better to align mis-aligned teeth. Implants is often reserved for replacing hopeless teeth. A consultation with orthodontist is a good place to start to learn about what is involved in treatment. Without having any x-rays and evaluation information at hand, that is my recommendation.
dr. kazemi
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