Over the past couple of weeks, I noticed that one of my bottom teeth has shifted and sticks out a little. It's uncomfortable and I feel extremely self conscious. I set up a consultation with my dentist who said that I probably wouldn't want to go through the trouble of wearing braces again (I wore them 19 years ago at the age of 15 for 2 1/2 years) and that my top row of teeth are pretty and that I shouldn't worry about it because no one would notice. I'm constantly looking in the mirror and feel that others do notice it. I would sacrifice wearing braces just to avoid this awkward feeling (my tongue always seems to touch in that area too). Other than invisilign or regular braces, are there any other alternatives, such as a retainer to help with this type of minor problem?
2007-05-24 12:34:13 · 4 answers · asked by mistyerious 2 in Health ➔ Dental
Someone recommended a cheaper alternative to braces which would be cosmetic bonding. Do you think that would work?
2007-05-26 07:14:22 · update #1
You could try pushing the tooth back in with a little pressure every day. But really, orthoclear or invisalign might work better.
2007-05-24 12:37:43 · answer #1 · answered by sci55 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have your wisdom teeth taken out first then think about the braces.
2007-05-24 12:39:12 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
hmmmmm tough question ya but its really up to u i once had bad teeth and i got embarrassed too. i say go for it if it means that much to u i mean its your choice
2007-05-24 12:39:04 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
One word, "Braces"
2007-05-24 12:37:17 · answer #4 · answered by Swee' Tea 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋