Veneers or bonding after braces come off? What would be the best option for me? (Photos)

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Good afternoon, Just wondering what would be the best option for me between bonding or veneers. My dentist told me somebonding will be needed for my chipped front teeth but the receptionist mentioned veneers might be needed. Is this to push a sale or something? Either or I just don’t want my teeth looking too perfect to where they don’t look natural ( too white, bulky etc). If it were for the chipped part, for me personally , I think I’d have some natural good looking teeth. Thought? Thanks.

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:At this stage it is hard to tell.  Once the braces come off, if the chip is small then bonding will be a good option however, if the chip is too big then veneer would be the best option.Best,Dr. Maddahi

Amber Garcia, DDS · Answer

In my office, I might suggest smoothing the chipped areas a little and leaving them alone after that. Those two front teeth are long to begin with. They could stand to be slightly shorter, which smoothing the edges slightly would accomplish. Ultimately, they are your teeth. If you are happy with their appearance, nothing needs to be done.

N. Summer Lerch, DDS, FAGD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi!  Good for you for giving yourself a nice straight smile and moving through braces!  In designing your best smile, consider a couple of things: 1. The less you put on your teeth the better. 2. You can always add veneers or bonding later.Start by getting your teeth whitened first.  Then see what you want.  If you go with a little contouring (shaping) then that maybe all you need.  You can begin this by using a black Sharpie (alcohol removes all trace on teeth) and just lightly coloring in the lower edge of your two front teeth. Experimenting this way allows you to see what you would look like before you do anything permanent. Personally, get your teeth in the exact place where you want them for your best smile.  Work with your orthodontist on this.  Then do a little shaping.  That will be the healthiest for your smile too.

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