{"id":2256,"date":"2023-10-27T18:19:30","date_gmt":"2023-10-27T23:19:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/?p=2256"},"modified":"2023-10-27T18:21:29","modified_gmt":"2023-10-27T23:21:29","slug":"dentist-orthodontist-reduce-gap","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/dentist-orthodontist-reduce-gap\/","title":{"rendered":"Dentist or Orthodontist to Reduce My Tooth Gap?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Should I get a cosmetic dentist or an orthodontist to close my gap a little? The gap is between my front teeth, but it\u2019s getting wider by the week. I used to like the gap and saw it as my signature smile. However, it\u2019s getting wider as I age. I don\u2019t want to close the gap completely, nor do I want it to become wide enough to fit another tooth. What are my options for closing a gap? Should I see a cosmetic dentist or an orthodontist to reduce the space? I want teeth whitening afterward, so I know I should see a cosmetic dentist for whitening. Thanks. Anya<\/p>\n<p>Anya\u2013 The space between your teeth can be closed with the assistance of a top cosmetic dentist or an orthodontist.<\/p>\n<h2>Options for Reducing a Tooth Gap<\/h2>\n<p>A skilled cosmetic dentist can explain your options for reducing or closing a tooth gap. Your options may include one or more treatments below:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dental bonding<\/strong> &#8211; Depending on the size of the gap and how much space needs to be reduced, it\u2019s possible that a skilled cosmetic dentist can reduce it with chairside dental bonding. A cosmetic dentist can <a href=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/new-orleans-tooth-bonding.html\">skillfully apply bonding<\/a> while you relax in a dental chair. Cosmetics dentist stock bonding in various colors to perfectly match the color and translucence of your natural teeth. The bonding will blend seamlessly with your teeth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Porcelain veneers<\/strong> \u2013 Accredited cosmetic dentists are skilled in matching veneers to natural teeth to reduce or close spaces.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Orthodontic treatment <\/strong>&#8211; An orthodontist specializes in tooth and jaw alignment and can provide you with braces. Many cosmetic dentists also offer orthodontic treatment\u2014particularly with Invisalign invisible braces.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Schedule consultations with at least two experienced cosmetic dentists. They will briefly examine your gap and let you know your options for reducing it in a way that looks completely natural and complements your smile. You must <a href=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/new-orleans-teeth-whitening.html\">complete teeth whitening before<\/a> dental bonding or porcelain veneers to ensure the veneers or bonding match your bright smile.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Duane Delaune of Metairie, Louisiana, sponsors this post. Read why Dr. Delaune&#8217;s patients consider him one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/best-dentist-in-new-orleans.html\">best dentists in town<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Should I get a cosmetic dentist or an orthodontist to close my gap a little? The gap is between my front teeth, but it\u2019s getting wider by the week. I used to like the gap and saw it as my signature smile. However, it\u2019s getting wider as I age. 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