Can I replace my 2 front teeth with veneers? (Photo)

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I have fillings in my two front teeth and would like to improve the look of my smile since the fillings are visible and the tooth shape is uneven. However, my current dentist recommends getting veneers on 6-8 teeth which is out of my budget and feels too invasive. I also have a gummy smile that I would like to fix. In total, with 6-8 veneers and gum surgery I’m looking at 15K. Just wondering if there are more affordable alternatives.

Sarah Thompson, DMD · Answer

Hi there, I would recommend 6-8 veneers and a gum lift to make the two front teeth symmetric.  I would highly recommend looking around online for a fantastic dentist that has amazing before and after photos.  You may need to take a 2-3 hour flight to another American city to save substantially.  I hope this helps and just click to follow me if you may have more questions.Dr. Sarah Thompson St. Louis, MO  and O'Fallon, IL

Steven Davidowitz, DDS · Answer

Prior to deciding on veneers I would suggest considering laser gum recontouring to even out the heights of the gums in your smile. At that point 2-4 veneers may be adequate!

Ricardo Alvarez, DDS · Answer

Hi LAgirl!!
Veneers will definitely improve the esthetic of your smile, especially if we combine with gingivectomy, I agree with your dentist in the amount of veneers he is suggesting to have better results but a minimum of 4 will also do the job and by doing this the total budget will be a little more friendly, one thing I notice in your picture is that if in the picture you have send me you are biting the way you normally bite then you have a noticeable problem of underbite and this can only be corrected with orthodontic treatment, my suggestion if you are looking for an optimal and long lasting solution please consult an orthodontist before going ahead with veneers.
Hopefully my answer was helpful!!

Nirav Patel, MDS, PhD · Answer

your front four teeth vertical height is less. so best option in yr case is porcelain veneer followed by gum recontouring surgery [ to increase vertical height of teeth]. u can avail laser option for bloodless and painless surgery. Recommendation is , minimum 6 veneer for good aesthetic looks, and 8 or more veneers for best aesthetics.  as yr other and main concern is cost, so best option for you is dental tourism india. u will save upto 70% on yr total treatment costing. dental tourism is very popular for cosmetic dental and implant treatments.

Navid Zamani, DMD · Answer

Thank you for sending your pictures and question. Although veneers are a great option to improve the esthetics of your teeth and will show considerable improvement.  I would highly recommend to consider laser gum contouring on your front teeth first to correct the symmetry of the height of your gums. Once done that will show considerable improvement and then you can decided if and how many veneers you would be comfortable with. Feel free to visit us in one of your LA and OC offices for your private consultation. All the best.

Andy Shieh, DMD · Answer

Continue to consult with dentists, you’ll find a dentist that will just do two. Beware, just doing two will not look right and you’ll experience an incomplete transformation and your smile may end up looking worse. Yes gum recontouring procedure is also highly recommended based on your current gum shape.

Neal Nealis, DDS (retired) · Answer

Yes, you can place veneers on your two front teeth. If you decide to do so, discuss crown lengthening the shorter  tooth so that it will be symmetrical with the one next to it.

Mario Montoya, DDS - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello,the ideal is porcelain veneers.in my case we handle 20 veneers, ten above and ten below that covers the size of your smile.The photo that shows indicates that you are fit for the procedure.15k if it seems too expensive, we have specialists in dental aesthetics that can offer you a better price and with high quality standards

Lance Timmerman, DMD, MAGD - Account Suspended · Answer

There is nothing WRONG with just 2 veneers, but you must accept it as a compromise.  6 veneers is RARELY enough, but in some cases can work.  Look at a photo of yourself smiling where you are looking away from the camera just slightly (45 degrees?) and see how many teeth show.  THIS is how many to treat, and in 99% of the cases, your premolars (bicuspids) are seen.

Richard Gochman, DDS (retired) · Answer

The simple answer to your question, is YES, you can do 2 veneers on your front teeth to make them look better. The more complicated answer is regarding your 'gummy' smile. In some cases, the gum surgery alone can improve the length of the teeth without having to also place veneers on them.  
I cant evaluate that from the image you provided. IF, however that can be done then you may be able to only do the 2 front veneers along with gum surgery on the other 4 front teeth. 
If not, then you would have to decide if forgoing the gum surgery, but improving the appearance of the 2 teeth will satisfy you--It would certainly make the case more within your budget.

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