gap between teeths

i had undergrown orthodontrics trestment at the age of 13 ( worn removable braces )......the gaps between my teeths were cured in around 7-8 months...but aftr that i stopped using the braces without consulting my dentist.....now at the age of 20, the gaps are showing up again....what should i do???

[Jerome Tsang, DDS]

Unfortunately you'll have to go through braces again, whether it be the traditional metal brackets or something like Invisalign braces.  If the gaps are really small though, they may be able to get an active retainer to help close the spaces.  You may need to consult an orthodontist or dentist about that.

[Dental2010]

Hi,
its always better that u refer to ur dentist once more.I came across the article where veneers can reduce the gaps between ur teeth and also can be a good smile makeover at reasonable prices.

[Jerome Tsang, DDS]

That's a possibility too.  It depends on the situation and the risks/benefits need to be weighed.

[ritika14]

Hello

I use teeth bands when I feel that my gap is beginning to get too big again. (My Gap now varies from 5mm to 2.5mm - if I don't use them the gap opens up again) You can stop and start using them whenever YOU want to. If you don't like the way your teeth are aligning you can just stop. I had also thought about cosmetic dentistry as a solution to the gap - but I asked the dentist and he said it would only last about 15 years - after that it starts crumbling ... so I still pondering that option.

Thanks

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