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Can Cosmetic Dentistry Fix Crooked Teeth?

Posted By Dr. Jamil Alkhoury

O rthodontics is generally the treatment of choice for correcting problems with crooked teeth. But what if your teeth are only slightly misaligned or uneven, and the problem doesn’t impact your bite? In that case, Dr. Jamil Alkhoury from Brentwood Family Dental may recommend cosmetic dentistry to improve your smile. These FAQs, compiled by your Brentwood, California, cosmetic dentist near me, explain more about the causes of crooked teeth and how cosmetic treatments can help!

What are some common reasons for crooked teeth?

There are many reasons you may have one or more crooked teeth, starting with genetics. But bad habits like chewing on ice and teeth grinding can, over time, cause teeth to shift out of alignment. If a baby tooth falls out earlier than it should, the new tooth may come in crooked. Additionally, your teeth automatically shift to fill the empty spaces of lost permanent teeth that aren’t replaced for some time.

Is fixing crooked teeth solely cosmetic in nature?

If your teeth are only slightly crooked or uneven, then straightening them may be a solely cosmetic procedure. However, in moderate to severe cases, correcting crooked or misaligned teeth is essential for the health and function of your smile. Problems that affect your bite need to be corrected with aligners or braces to avoid jaw pain and improve your ability to chew.

If your teeth are shifting due to one or more missing teeth, you’ll need to fill that gap with implants or a bridge to keep them in alignment. After a thorough oral evaluation, Dr. Alkhoury can determine the best solution to correct your alignment issues and improve your smile.

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What are some cosmetic solutions for crooked or uneven teeth?

Dental veneers, crowns, bonding, and tooth contouring are common yet effective ways to address minor misalignment issues, including teeth that are slightly overlapping or uneven. Veneers are porcelain coverings bonded to your tooth surface to give your teeth a straighter, healthier-looking appearance. For bonding, Dr. Alkhoury applies a tooth-colored resin material to your teeth to improve their aesthetics.

Crowns are tooth-shaped, porcelain caps that cover your entire tooth to improve its shape, alignment, and color. Tooth contouring entails reshaping long, pointy, or slightly uneven teeth to make your smile appear more uniform and pleasing.

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Can teeth become crooked again once they’re fixed?

Crowns and veneers are long-term solutions for crooked teeth that can last 15 years or more! Tooth contouring is permanent. With good oral care, bonding can last 7 to 10 years. If your teeth have been straightened using braces or clear aligners, you may need to wear a retainer at night to keep them in alignment long-term. Otherwise, they may shift back to their crooked position.

Who offers cosmetic dental solutions for crooked teeth near me?

If you live in or near Brentwood, CA, you can contact Dr. Jamil Alkhoury from Brentwood Family Dental to learn more about our cosmetic dental options for correcting crooked teeth. We can be reached at 925-344-5296.

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Dr Jamil Alkhoury believes dentists to be artists. Taking care of another person’s teeth is definitely an art in which Dr Jamil Alkhoury is an expert. Having graduated from University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) with a degree in Advanced Education in General Dentistry, he has always focused on the well-being of his patients. Brentwood family dental headed by Dr Jamil Alkhoury offers a wide range of services. He always keeps in touch with the developments in the field, to serve his purpose to the best of his abilities.

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