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Braces vs pfm
I heard about this pfm tooth with rct treatment to fixed the allignment of to teeth. I would like to know is it suitable and successfull method as compare to braces.? Please let me know which one is highly recommended.
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Yes both are used for correcting malaligned teeth,in case of braces,if there is no space there may be need of removal of few teeth and it can take 6-8 months minimum for proper alignment of teeth,the otr method is called as Smile design,where the teeth are trimmed and caps are placed above them to make them look good,it can be done in a week,so if u r short of time u can go for smile design,there is no need to remove any teeth in smile design,if u want to get ur teeth fixed in natural and hv enough time u can go for braces treatment.the final decision is urs
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usually root canal treatment is not required for smile design,but ultimate call depends on the doctor who is clinically seeing the case.
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Both the treatments are recommended for correcting malalignment of teeth.
The treatment option to choose depends on the severity of the existing condition and time frame available to complete the treatment.
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Discuss with your dentist about the treatment planning suitable in your case.
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These two types of treatment are different from one and other. Don't confuse. The treatment depends on the diagnosis of your specific problems. You may Practo consult personally for more details.
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