I'm ashamed to say that I have sucked my thumb since a very early age and have been left with disastrous teeth. I now would like to have a great smile but find myself questioning whether braces alone are my only option. I have an open bite and have had a couple of extractions over the years, so intend to include implants within the process of this makeover. Can I achieve a great finish with veneers without having braces?
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February 15, 2020
Answer: Severe Underdevelopment of Maxilla: Expansion Orthopedics is Ideal. Avoid any tooth extractions!
Agree with Dr. Silberman. There is nothing that can be done once the veneers are cemented. I am not sure what lab was used but I would consult with a different doctor or ask that a different lab that specializes in aesthetics is used if you have them redone. Many pictures should be...
You can do whatever you wish to do if you can find a dentist that will go along with your plans. You are or were already doing Invisalign to straighten your teeth and bite, if you are impatient then you could do a veneer to make that premolar look even with other neighboring teeth (build out the...
Since you’ve already have porcelain crowns on your front teeth, you can not place a veneer on those teeth because those teeth were already contoured and shaven down. A new crown will need to be used to replace an old crown. New crowns can be shorter to get you that more d...
