A lot of people are unhappy or embarrassed about gaps they may have between their teeth. These gaps could be very small or very large. Spaces between teeth can be closed or filled by different cosmetic dentistry methods.
Cosmetic dentistry and Orthodontics (Braces)
If you have relatively small spaces between your teeth these can be closed with orthodontics or braces. There are different types of braces available to correct spaces between the teeth:
•Clear braces such as Inman aligners, Clear Step and Invisalign.
•Fixed metal braces
•Ceramic fixed braces
•Removable braces such as clear aligners
Braces can take from a few weeks to 3 years to close gaps depending on each individual case.
Cosmetic Dentistry and Dental Implants
If you have large spaces due to missing teeth, dental implants or teeth implants are a good option to replace teeth and close gaps. Dental implants are first fixed into the jaw and then restored a few months later, once the implant has healed.
Restoration options include dental crowns, dental bridges and dentures.
Closing Gaps with Dental Bridges
Another option to replace missing teeth is with dental bridges. Dental bridges are fixed to two abutment teeth on either side of the gap. Dental bridges usually take two visits to complete and can be done in one week. Dental bridges are made of porcelain bonded to metal or all porcelain.
Dentures and Cosmetic Dentistry
The third option to replace missing teeth is dentures. Dentures can replace from one to all teeth. Dentures are removable and not fixed like dental implants and dental bridges. There are different types of dentures:
•Immediate dentures - replace teeth straight after extraction
•Partial dentures - replace some teeth, fixed around some natural teeth
•Full dentures - replace all teeth
•Cosmetic dentures - can be any of the above, but with cosmetics in mind
Dentures can be made of acrylic or metal. This depends on each individual case.
Closing Gaps with Porcelain Veneers
Another option to close smaller gaps is with porcelain veneers. Porcelain veneers only take 2 visits to complete and are good at reshaping the teeth to make the smile better. Porcelain veneers are a very popular cosmetic dentistry option.
Resin Bonding to Close the Gaps.
Gaps between teeth can be made smaller or closed with cosmetic bonding with resin filling. This is usually added in between the teeth and can achieve very good immediate results. It is also reversible unlike porcelain veneers, dental bridges and dental implants.
What to Do Next
It is important to choose the right option to replace teeth or close gaps between teeth. It is important to visit a cosmetic dentist who is experienced at this type of work and know what you want. It is important to see similar cases to your own so that you have a good idea of the end result.
Perfect Smile Spa specializes in cosmetic dentistry and Dental bridges, Partial dentures. If you would like any further information call Perfect Smile Spa on 01708 442 114.
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