I am disabled and have a hard time getting places. I have friends who take me to the grocery store and doctor’s appointments, but I really hate asking them if it isn’t necessary. I’ve recently come into a little bit of money and want to straighten my teeth. They aren’t too bad, just some mild […]
Maryland Bridge as a Temorary Restoration
My daughter will be getting a dental implant when her jaw is fully developed for a congenitally missing tooth. To give her a temporary tooth, our dentist made a Maryland Bridge for her. Unfortunately, it keeps falling off. Our dentist tried two different types of cement, but nothing is working. We did use the tooth […]
Invisalign and Missing Teeth
I want to straighten my teeth. I spent my life embarrassed by my smile. My parents did not have much money and couldn’t get me braces when I was a child. I had some baby teeth that didn’t have adult teeth underneath them. One of them had to come out last year because it got […]
My Adult Teeth and Baby Teeth are Both in My Mouth
I really hate my smile and some guys at school call me shark because I have both my baby teeth and my adult teeth in my mouth still. The adult teeth came up behind my baby teeth so my smile looks weird. Can this be fixed? My mom doesn’t have a ton of money and […]
Is Candid the Same as Invisalign?
I’ve been thinking about getting Invisalign but the price is a tad over my budget. I recently received an offer from Candid, which costs a lot less. Unlike the other mail-in orthodontics, they will bill your insurance. If insurance companies accept it, does that make it as safe as Invisalign? Andy Dear Andy, I’m glad […]
Her Dentist Doesn’t Know How to Fix Her Problem
I have a large tooth gap. My dentist said it was 8mm wide. I feel I am too old for braces, so my dentist is suggesting I get Lumineers. It’s pretty expensive. Do you think Snap-on smile will work for me? Tim Dear Tim, Snap-on Smile is not a permanent fix. It’s a piece of […]
Dental Flipper for Straight Teeth?
I have some crooked teeth which have bothered me my entire adult life. My smile has always embarrassed me and led to me hiding my smile as often as I can. I finally have the money to do something about it but feel I am too old for braces at this point in my life. […]
Invisalign Without a Dentist
I am at the tail end of my Invisalign treatment. My dentist knew I was moving out of state and gave me the last two sets of my aligners. I haven’t had any problems thus far. Do I need to find another Invisalign dentist when I move or can I just use the aligners at […]
Can a Dentist Fix My Tooth Gap?
I’ve always had perfect teeth but lately I’ve noticed a small gap between my front teeth. It’s not huge but totally bugs me. I want to get my perfect smile back. What can I do? I was thinking Invisible braces. Is that a decent option? Kaylie Dear Kaylie, There’s nothing wrong with wanting to have […]