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Is It Safe To Use Orthofill Bands For Teeth Gap?
I have a gap between my two front teeth. It s not that big (certainly smaller than 3.5mm, though I don t have an exact measurement.) Other than that gap my teeth are perfect - there is no overlap between any teeth, no teeth are above any other teeth, etc...I really want to close my gap, however I do not want to wear braces through my college years. Recently I came across a product called Orthofill Bands. My concern is that new gaps will be created between my two front teeth and the teeth to their sides as they move closer together in the center.Also, is Orthofill recommended? Are there other, better options other than Orthofill? Money is not a problem - I will pay to get this gap closed, I just don t want to walk around with braces (invisible or not, since invisible isn t really invisible) during my college years.Thank you!
Mon, 1 Sep 2014
Hello
i have read the query and understand your concerns.
though orthofill is FDA approved but in your case you don't have any overlaying of teeth.
so with orthofill your midline diastema ( gap between front teeth) will close but may lead to gaps in adjacent teeth.
as i have not seen your facial profile i would advice you to visit a dentist to know more about orthofill and whether it ll work better on your teeth or not.
if you don't want braces at all, Veneers are also one option for you.
Regards
Dr. Shesh
i have read the query and understand your concerns.
though orthofill is FDA approved but in your case you don't have any overlaying of teeth.
so with orthofill your midline diastema ( gap between front teeth) will close but may lead to gaps in adjacent teeth.
as i have not seen your facial profile i would advice you to visit a dentist to know more about orthofill and whether it ll work better on your teeth or not.
if you don't want braces at all, Veneers are also one option for you.
Regards
Dr. Shesh
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