Crooked or crowded teeth

People who want to straighten their crowded or crooked teeth have many options available to them. Orthodontics can be used to reposition or straighten crowded or crooked teeth, or to close gaps between them. This is usually done with braces, whether they're traditional 'invisible' clear, acrylic, or 'removable' ones used to reposition only one or two teeth. Dentists can often help relieve crowding or crookedness by pulling one or more select teeth. Minor changes can also be accomplished through porcelain veneers and bonding. With these two procedures, thin layers of tooth-colored-porcelain or resin are bonded directly to the teeth for maximum esthetic results and minimum tooth reduction. This can then result in a straightened or aligned dental appearance without the use of braces. A dentist should review the whole range of treatment options available with each patient. This review should include details of the scope and length of the treatment, costs and insurance coverage, and answers to any questions. 'Before and after' photographs can provide an idea of the appearance changes. For more information on treatment for crooked or crowed teeth, please contact a dentist in your area.