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Visitor asks:
Hello.
My problem is as follows. I was born without the upper lateral incisors, which consequently led to spaces between my teeth... in addition, my central incisors protrude a lot.
I currently have orthodontic braces. My orthodontist and I decided not to use implants to replace the lateral incisors but to close the spaces. Now that the central incisors and canines are almost together, there is still a visible empty space in the lower part of the tooth area because the canines are small and pointed... I would like to know whether this problem can be solved with composite bonding, by building the canines up to a normal size and making the edges less pointed, because I do not want to grind the teeth for porcelain veneers. I would also like to know the price of such a procedure..... and one more question: my orthodontist has not moved my teeth at all for a full 8 months. Do you think this could be justified for any reason? Such a long pause? Thank you.
Dentist Tomaž Rotar answers:
Dear Sir/Madam!
It is possible to reshape the teeth in question in the way you describe. Unlike ceramic veneers, the restoration is not as durable, so slight discoloration of the composite material can be expected over time. Composite materials also cannot achieve fracture strengths as high as ceramics, but in most cases the procedure meets patients’ expectations. The price of the procedure is approximately EUR 90.
I cannot comment on the specialist approach of your orthodontist; please trust your orthodontist.
Have a nice day
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