options for crooked front teeth (getting married next year)

cpg093 · 29-06-2011 11:01AM #1

hi i am just looking for information on suitable options or other peoples experiences regarding crooked front teeth. i have some overcrowding on one side of my upper front teeth with a prominent incisor and a misplaced tooth behind it due to my abnormal bite. i have recently got engaged and would love to be able to smile on my wedding day. i am not looking for a miracle but would be greatful for any advice. is it possible just to have them removed and implants put in? many thanks

day dreamer · 29-06-2011 11:05AM

Hi there

I cannot tell you the best treatment without seeing you first but it sounds like braces or orthodontic treatment might suit you best. If you have a year then there should be enough time to give a good result but you are running out of time.

It is a better option than extractions and implants. Ask your dentist or look up www.orthodontics.ie to see a specialist. dont be tempted by "6 month braces" by the way

good luck

si_guru · 29-06-2011 11:11AM

cpg093 wrote: »

hi i am just looking for information on suitable options or other peoples experiences regarding crooked front teeth. i have some overcrowding on one side of my upper front teeth with a prominent incisor and a misplaced tooth behind it due to my abnormal bite. i have recently got engaged and would love to be able to smile on my wedding day. i am not looking for a miracle but would be greatful for any advice. is it possible just to have them removed and implants put in? many thanks

I would say, do not take out good teeth. You might want them later in life!

My sister in law had the same dilema as you, exact same reason too! *Congrats by the way!*

She has been using some "fast" plastic braces... she calls them her rubber bands. Anyway she has made superb changes in about 4 months.. with 3 or visits to Cork to see the dentist in question. I am not saying the previous poster is wrong, but you need to see an expert really.

day dreamer · 29-06-2011 11:29AM

Thank you si guru, that is my point.

An orthodontist is an expert in braces, ckeck with the Dental council for a list of registered Specialists.

There is no such thing as fast braces just normal braces taken off after a few months.

cpg093 · 29-06-2011 11:35AM

thanks for the info. would braces still be an option if i had to have one of my back teeth removed as i think i might? are invisalign braces suitable if some teeth need to be moved a good distance?