Hi, Dr Mark
I recently closed my 3.5mm front teeth gap with Orthofill band. But now I have gap in each side and am still wearing the band to close the two sides but I know it will create another gap again, so I was wondering what would be the best treatment for me to keep the front teeth closed as well as closing the side gaps. I’ve also heard that bonding can be good but I wasn’t sure if it’s the right treatment for me. Two years ago I paid for Inman braces which I ended up not wearing because I wasn’t aware it was 3D until I received the braces. The dentist didn’t show me the sample at the time so that was a complete waist of money.
The Orthofill band was my last option before I considered doing Invisalign but gladly the band did work but now am stuck as to what the next step should be to finish of the process.
Thank you so much for your time.
Archive for the ‘gaps in teeth’ Category
I Want To Know What I Should Do Next, Regarding The Gaps In My Teeth?
Monday, September 23rd, 2013Please Help Dr, I Have Gaps In My Teeth And I’m Afraid To Smile, What Can I Do?
Thursday, September 19th, 2013Please Dr Patel, I am 16 years old and I had one of my incisors removed at the age of 12 because I had a tooth which was not growing under the gum but above it. Up until now that tooth has not grown and I only have two incisors on my upper jaw. One out of the two, which I mentioned earlier and the other one removed and has refused to grow. I also have gaps in between my teeth. Please doctor I really need your help with this, it’s really been hard for me to smile in the past four years because I don’t want people to get disgusted as that is how disgusting I feel my dentition currently is. Thank you, I hope you can provide me with any information or advice.
Hi, I Have Very Small Teeth Which Means I Have Gaps Everywhere. I Want To Know Which Treatment Options Are Available To Me?
Tuesday, September 10th, 2013 Hi, Hello Doctor Moore. My problem is that I have very small adult teeth which means that I have gaps everywhere and my two front teeth seem huge in comparison to the rest. My two front teeth start higher up in the gum and they go past my other teeth. My teeth beside the front ones are also very small and pointy and there are gaps on both sides of them. There is no gap between my front two teeth and it makes me feel like a little kid with two rabbit teeth. I’m 16 and becoming very self conscious about my smile. What options do I have to make me have a normal smile?
All my teeth are straight as well. Thank you for your consideration.
I Have A 2-3mm Gap Between My Two Front Teeth, Would I Have A Lisp If I Got Them Bonded?
Tuesday, September 10th, 2013 Hello, Doctor Patel. I’d like to start by telling you firstly that I have a gap about 2-3mm wide between my two front central incisor teeth, and I would like to have the cosmetic bonding treatment on them to close up the gap, but I wanted to know if this would cause me to have any problems speaking, for example, is there a chance that I could start to develop a lisp? Also, I would also like to know if my two front teeth would look rather wide after the treatment has taken place?
Thank you, I really hope you can get back to me on this one.
I’ve Been Told My Teeth Can’t Support Braces, So What Are My Other Options?
Friday, September 6th, 2013Hello. I have already undergone the treatment for braces some four years back, but from the time the treatment was over, I noticed my teeth were starting to get protruded and thereby opening gaps. Now it seems to look how it appeared to look prior to the treatment. Yet my teeth have developed lots more cavities and do not have a lot of strength to bite anything very hard. Enough fillings have been put in from my childhood and some even more recently. I am 25 now. When I have approached several dentists they advise me not to go for braces again as my teeth are not in a condition. Could you kindly suggest what other options may be available? I hope to hear from you in the near future.
My Confidence Is Affected Since Turning Fifty. Can I Fix The Gap In My Teeth Through The NHS?
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013Hi, I have really a large gap between my front tooth and the one right of it, also a gap on the left hand side as well as the middle and I really hate it. I am coming up to 53 years young, and need to find out if it’s too late to do anything about, as I have lost a lot of confidence recently, since hitting my fifties and now I hate having my photo taken when I have to smile. It’s really embarrassing for me. Also, if there is something that can be done, would it cost a lot of money or would it be something I could get through the national health? I look forward to your reply. Kind regards and Thank you for your time.
My Boyfriend Wants Tuberopterygoid Implants, Can You Offer Me Information On This Type Of Treatment?
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013 My boyfriend is interested in having
Tuberopterygoid Implants at a clinic in India. Despite the skills of any dentist who carries out this work, my research suggest to me (I’m a law student) that these type of implants are as yet only in their ‘pilot study’ phase, without a proven track record. I am therefore trying to find high quality information on Tuberopterygoid Implants. Can you point me in the direction of any publications, or papers etc, with information akin to clinical trials of Tuberopterygoid Implants or the conclusions from them? Do you have any knowledge of any aspects of this type of implant, or do you know of any specialist or any organisation who oversees these particular implants who might be able to provide us with more information on benefits and risks? If there is no reliable evidence for us to assess risks, we will be looking for similar work with more traditional implants done in the UK if lack of gum area will support this. This may mean a wait of a few more years due to budget constraints, unless as my partner is a teacher and the very real psychological distress caused by lack of teeth (he only has 2 on the top) will qualify him for NHS funded implants – can you advise on the likelihood of this? If we opt to save for a traditional type implant from a UK clinic, can you also advise on the possibility of finding a tried and tested implant which is suitable for people with lack of gum space that would usually make them only suitable for the Tuberopterygoid Implants?
The Gap In My Teeth Is Affecting My Life, What Can I Do?
Tuesday, August 20th, 2013Hello, Dr Hughes, My two front teeth are mismatched and larger than my other teeth, I also have a gap in between them which seems around and an inch or so. My teeth have been like this for some time now an It’s making me very depressed. I feel it’s affecting my social life as I now have agoraphobia and do not leave the house for days and sometimes even weeks. My lack of confidence when it comes to my smile has been a big contributing factor. I also lost my job few months ago due to confidence issues. At the moment I am currently claiming benefits I am very depressed and I have been bullied about my teeth. I really need help to sort them out and would appreciate any help at all. Thanks in advance.
Is Bonding Useful For Closing A 4mm Gap Between My Two Front Teeth?
Thursday, August 8th, 2013Hi,
I have a 4mm gap between my two front teeth and I am looking at getting it fixed. All of the rest of my teeth are fine and I have no other gaps at all. My teeth are also perfectly straight. Would bonding be possible here or is the gap too large? I don’t want veneers because I don’t want to lose any of my natural tooth structure. I really want the gap closing and bonding seems to be the best way from what I have read but as I said I’m unsure of the procedure and if it would be suitable for me. I would just love a general idea or if there’s anything else you can suggest? That would also be great. I would just like an idea so I can gather the funds to have this fixed once and for all. Many thanks.
I’m 17, I Cannot Get Free Braces, What Should I Do About My Gappy Teeth?
Thursday, July 25th, 2013I’m am a 17 year old boy who lives in England. I’m a full time student. i was offered braces a fee years ago but i had never wanted braces but looking back I wish I did, my top teeth are very gappy but my bottoms ones are fine (maybe a bit crowded) but I am happy with them. My top teeth are not bent, twisted and they are all in good condition but just gapped all the way along. What i would like to know is what alternatives do I have without the look of braces. I’ve heard about Invisalign but I think it will be to expensive for me, my price range will be in the region of under £3,000. Also is there any chance of getting any treatment with the NHS? If braces were still free on the NHS I may consider them.
