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Question

What is the best way for tooth reshape and whitening?

Hello,

i have my front tooth little broken, and i want to reshape the others, but i want to improve my smile and make my teeth look very natural and white. what do you think it is better and less damage for my tooth, crown, veneers, lumineers or composite filling?

I appreciate if you know prices!

i actually don't have the lateral incisor so my doctor has make the canine near my central incisor long time ago using braces, but now i don't like them, they look like broken teeth, for that i would like to reshape them.

Thanks a lot for your kind help.

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Answer 1

Hello, With many years experience creating all of the appliances you mentioned, let me say that some may be appropriate while others may not work well at all. Your DDS will know which ones you can reliably choose form...and of course the cost will vary between choices. As a rule I found that Porcelain Veneers were the best choice with which to meet all the requirements you are looking to meet. Let me also say that while Composites may be the least expensive, they tend to be the shortest lasting as well and I'm sure that is a factor you need to consider. Veneers can reshape your entire smile line and of course meet your color requirement. Good luck and I wish you well.

Answer 2

Your entire dental work is of cosmetic nature, mostly veneers and probably crowns for back teeth to bring total harmony to your smile. Insurance coverage is doubtful even for crowns. Choose a dentist who is experienced in understanding of keeping the balance in your bite, as you are looking at considerable expense, unless traveling abroad (http://www.dentalcare-indiatour.com/dent... to save on dental care.

Answer 3

Composite fillings are the least expensive,  they are just a white filling that will fill in the gaps.   It is the lowest in strength and durability too.

They are not covered by insurance,  and probably start at about $80 per tooth.

Veneers and lumineers are a type of nice looking shell put on the front of your teeth to make them look straight and white.   They are pretty durable,  but I would bet cost a couple hundred dollars per tooth.

Crowns are the strongest,  and make your teeth look perfect,  but are the most expensive.  Some are covered by insurance and some are not.   They are about $ 300- $800 each.

The best thing to do is go to talk to a dentist you trust.   Usually he will give you a free visit just to look at them and talk about your options.  Prices depend on your insurance,   and where you are having them done.

Good Luck !