i cannot smile due to my top tooth being crowded

Q. I have a front top tooth that stands out in front of my other top teeth. They have ‘crowded’ it out. It has been capped. I am very conscious of this when I smile. Could you advise what can be done?

A. You could seek an orthodontic opinion or an opinion from a restoartive dentist. These are the two options you have. If you have braces the teeth can be aligned and the crown can be replaced. The other option is for you to have the teeth aligned using veneers and a new crown on the front tooth. Braces are a more conservative option but the procedure takes longer. Veneers require tooth tissue to be shaved away. Usually this is between 0.5 and 0.75mm but if your teeth are crowded they may require more prepartion. If you decide on veneers make sure that the dentist that does them has a lot of experience in carrying out these procedures. Ask to see a portfolio of prior smile lift cases. A good restorative dentist will be a ble to refer you to an orthodontist
I hope this helps

Dr Komal Suri Smile Design Dental 33 High Street, Wendover, Buckinghamshire HP22 6DU Web: www.smiledesigndental.co.uk  Tel: 01932 223 479 View My Profile Dr Suri

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