Thanks to cosmetic dentistry, any imperfections in your teeth that bother you can be concealed or eliminated. One flaw that you may not like is a gap between one or more of your teeth. Fortunately, you can close the gap and get the smile you have been longing for with three different options. Here are the three different cosmetic dentistry options for eliminating a gap between your teeth.  

1. Dental Bonding

If you have a small gap between your teeth, dental bonding may be able to close up that gap. Dental bonding involves sanding away your outer most layer of enamel on the affected teeth. From there, a resin is applied to the tooth. The resin is manipulated and formed so as to alter the appearance of your tooth and form a new exterior. When dental bonding is done, the bonding resin can be applied to the sides of the tooth, making a tooth slighting larger and fuller. This can help to fill in small or minor gaps, eliminating the gap you don't like. 

2. Veneers 

Another option that is available to those who want to eliminate a gap between one or more teeth is veneers. Veneers are thin pieces of resin, porcelain or ceramic material that are custom made by hand. Veneers can be made slightly fuller, larger, or whiter than your current teeth. Once the veneer is made, a glue-like substance is applied to the exterior surface of your tooth and the veneer is adhered into place. This can be used to help disguise visible gaps in your teeth. 

3. Braces

The last option available to you if you are looking to eliminate gaps in your teeth is to use braces. Braces can help to shift your teeth, pushing them closer together. This eliminates the gaps between your teeth, instead of hiding or disguising them. Braces are the most expensive and time-consuming way to get rid of gaps, but braces may be perfect if you have a large gap between your teeth, have multiple smaller gaps you want to get rid of, or do not want to alter the exterior appearance of your teeth. 

Dental bonding, veneers, and braces can all be used to hide a gap. The right dental procedure for you may vary based on the space between the gap and the overall condition of your teeth. If you are looking to eliminate a gap between your teeth, contact a cosmetic dentist today to learn which option may be the best fit for you. 

For more information, contact a company like Poulson Orthodontics.