I had braces to fix my extreme open bite. My orthodontist couldn't close the gap all the way as I declined getting jaw surgery. So I want bonding to extend my front teeth.
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Answer: The placement of dental bonging without correction of the occlusion would be a mistake
A retainer is supposed to slip on and off rather passively, as it is taken to capture the true size and shape of your teeth. If it is placing any significant pressure on a given area, it's likely that the impression or stone model fabrication was done incorrectly (and there could be numerous...
Relapse of the teeth to their original position after orthodontic treatment is normal, so the use of retainers is recommended. There may be an associated factor, such as the lingual position with respect to the teeth, which causes the spaces of the upper anterior teeth to open up. I would...
With a restoration done using Bioclear, you will still be able to floss and brush the same way you would with natural teeth so there is no increased risk of decay or damage to the tooth. It will have a smooth finish to avoid and bacteria or plaque from collecting on the surface and will be easy...