Info on dental veneers, dental bondings, dental crowns?

i have a couple very pointy teeth, the canines. i want them to be flat, like the rest of my teeth. which of the methods listed above is a good way to do this? sort of reshape the canine from sort of pointy to more boxy?





also which method is most affective, long lasting, overall the best..and which is most expensive?

Info on dental veneers, dental bondings, dental crowns?
Crowns are the most effective and long-lasting. Veneers are great too but they can break off and you have to get them replaced. My son got veneers on his top six front teeth and they look great. He had to have three of them replaced after about two years because they fell off. He tends to grind his teeth in his sleep and this is part of the reason. Consult a dentist and then maybe get a second opinion.


I have crowns on eight of my teeth and have never had a problem. I have had most of them for many ( 25) years but they are expensive.
Reply:Canine teeth are naturally "pointy", but if you are not happy with your look, you have many options. There are a few variables to consider so your best bet is to talk to your dentist. Bonding is probably the most cost effective and least damaging to your existing teeth. Crowns and veneers require altering your natural healthy tooth. Crowns essentially cover your entire tooth, while veneers would cover just the portion of your tooth you see when you smile. Veneers and crowns cost more, and many insurance company's many deny coverage as they would consider this service cosmetic.
Reply:Go to a cosmetic dentist who knows enamel contouring. You see, the canines have a thick shell of enamel, and a fair amount of it can be removed without any danger or pain. Have the points of your canines trimmed down without anesthetic. See if the minor adjustment will satisfy you. If slight pain is felt, stop. That's the limit you can go. Don't worry, I've done this lots of times. Email me at tripon_dental@yahoo.com for any questions.