Can Veneers Be Done for Just Two Front Teeth to Close the Space Between Them?

The answer to your question depends on how wide the space is between your two front teeth.  If it is not too large, then two veneers will close the space perfectly.  With larger spaces additional teeth are needed for a natural looking result.  If you could provide a picture of your teeth it would be very easy to tell you exactly how many veneers would be needed in your particular case. 

Yes, however a cosmetic specialist will be able to determine if that is your best option. If the gap is too large, 2 extremely wide teeth may appear over-sized relative to your other teeth, presenting a different cosmetic shortfall.Best of luck.James Asaf, DDS

It depends on the size of the space. There is an engineering proof called the Golden Principle which simply state says the width a tooth can be created and still look natural is dependent on the length. It is important that the veneer edges go under the gum a certain distance on the space side Dependent on how big the space is. Another idea is to cut some off the outside of the front teeth and bond or veneer the laterals and then bond the two centrals. This will create a beautiful balanced smile when done by a master cosmetic dentist.

The placement of two Porcelain Veneers will most definitely work if the pre-existing space between your two front teeth is not too large.  If the space is too large and you try to close it with just two Veneers it will make your Smile look unnatural. If there is a question about proportion and space a diagnostic wax up is the method to allow us to evaluate how many Veneers would be best or needed for your specific case. This trial or "mock" wax up will give you a realistic preview as to what you can expect from your final Porcelain Veneers. The question in your case is basically how much preexisting space exists between your two Centrals. Good Luck!

When considering closing a space between the two front teeth you should discuss all options.  The options are 1. Orthodontics - this would close the space by moving your natural teeth together.  2. Cosmetic Bonding - this procedure involves adding composite resin, that is tooth colored, to the sides of the teeth to close the space.  3. Porcelain veneers - in most cases the some tooth structure is removed to allow the porcelain veneer to restore the structure and is fabricated to close the space.  Everyone's situation and budget is different.  So select a cosmetic dentist that is trained in all these procedures and discuss the pros and cons of each for your case.  In my office we offer a free cosmetic consultation and develop the appropriate plan for each patient.     

There are many times when I close the front gap with bonding-It can be beautiful and match your other teeth exactly.  Sometimes the space is large and you must spread the space equally over the 4 front teeth.  Have your dentist wax up your model and show you how you would look-Discuss bonding versus veneers and reasonable expectations.  Bonding is less costly and can last for years-maybe not forever but if you like your color, it is a great beginning treatment.  Once you do a veneer, you must always do veneers and remember they don't last forever either!  Make sure to whiten your teeth before you begin any treatment. 

Hi...good question and I am assured you will get multiplle answers. You mentioned you are on a budget and veneers are costly. I would say that if the space is not large between the two teeth, then two veneers will look esthetically pleasing and work for you. They are a permanent solution to your smile problem, and without question, you should be very happy. The second optiion would be dental bonding.  Dental bonding can be a very good solution and it does not always have to be a "temporary solution", if it is done well by the cosmetic dentist. It is by far within yoiur budget and will close the gap between your two front teeth beautifully.  The pros of having the bonding are : It is much, much cheaper and it is non invasive and you are taking down no enamel or tooth strcture.

The veneers are permanent and you will have enamel removed and the tooth reduced to accomondate the new veneers and there is no going back once this is done and the veneers are costly and you want to get high quality one since they are your two front teeth.

You need to get at least two opinions before you start this procedure and if the dentist or treament coordinatior sounds like they are only interested in selling veneers, I would run the other direction as fast as I can. Expensive is not always the best answer for the patient.  Do your homework and decide for yourself what is in your budget and what procedure YOU want!

As long as the spacing is not an issue and the veneers will not appear too big then you should be able to just do two of them.  4,6 or 8 may be ideal but you have to do what you budget will allow.  Good luck to you

 

 

In our office we are a firm believer in the adage, "Every smile has a story," and helping people love their smile is what motivates us. Veneers are a great option, many of our patients are very happy with the aesthetic results. They are restoration that can be used foe multiple reasons and just like you mentioned , it can take care of all your needs. Not always you have to do 4, 8 or more, but i will never stop at 6, definitely at least two. It can change the shape, color, and length of patients’ teeth with the application of ultra-thin shells of porcelain. Porcelain veneers are custom-made to fit perfectly over a patient’s original teeth, and the procedure can be completed in just two visits to our office.Because the porcelain is translucent, much like a real tooth, porcelain veneers are extremely natural looking and blend in with surrounding teeth. In fact, they look so natural that many patients admit to forgetting they even have them, and simply notice a straight, beautiful, and natural smile!

Your two central incisors (the two front teeth) are the focal point of your smile.  When people look at you, their eye is drawn to the 2 front teeth.  If the proportions of those teeth are not in a certain range, something can look "off".  The width of a central incisor should be about 75-80% of its length.  If a space is very wide, closing the gap with only 2 veneers can make those two teeth look too wide and therefore give you "square" looking teeth.  If that happens with your teeth, it might be necessary to veneer more than 2 teeth in order to create natural looking proportions and esthetics.  It might be necessary to do as many as 10 veneers to arrive at an esthetic final result.  Another option, as suggested by Dr. Bernstein, would be to perform orthodontics first to space the teeth evenly and then place veneers to close the gaps, but in a more proportioned way.