HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Is There A Treatment To Cover The Over Gap Between Teeth?

Hi, I ve got braces and have had them for quite some time now. My teeth are getting considerably straighter but my problem is I haven t been putting my elastics in evet since I ve got them and when I have it has only been max 3 days so I still have an overgap. Is there anything my Orthadontist could put into my mouth once my teeth are straight to fix the overgap or will I have to have my braces in longer and start and proceed to put my elastics in until my bottom and top teeth are in line?
Mon, 15 Sep 2014
Report Abuse
Dentist,  's  Response
Hello,
I suggest that you follow instructions provided by your orthodontist. The rubber bands are necessary to help tooth movement. noncompliance will extend the time needed to wear braces. Discuss your difficulty with wearing the rubber bands with your orthodontist. There may be an alternative such as a neck apparatus to wear at night that may be an option.
If spacing can not be completely closed, there are options such as bonding, veneers, crowns or bridges to close the space. Stabilization after removal of the braces is very important to avoid a relapse. Wear retainers and follow instructions for the best long term result. Bonded retainers on the tongue side of your teeth are very common and ensure that you do not forget as it is fixed in place.
thank you for your inquiry.
I find this answer helpful
Note: Find out which dental treatment will work best for your teeth. Ask here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Is There A Treatment To Cover The Over Gap Between Teeth?

Hello, I suggest that you follow instructions provided by your orthodontist. The rubber bands are necessary to help tooth movement. noncompliance will extend the time needed to wear braces. Discuss your difficulty with wearing the rubber bands with your orthodontist. There may be an alternative such as a neck apparatus to wear at night that may be an option. If spacing can not be completely closed, there are options such as bonding, veneers, crowns or bridges to close the space. Stabilization after removal of the braces is very important to avoid a relapse. Wear retainers and follow instructions for the best long term result. Bonded retainers on the tongue side of your teeth are very common and ensure that you do not forget as it is fixed in place. thank you for your inquiry.