An upper lateral incisor is a common tooth to be missing in adults, which can lead to spacing issues and result in canine teeth being in the wrong position and more visible.
If the spaces are relatively small, porcelain veneers can be used to close the gaps. However, as veneers work by being applied to the surface of teeth, they can only be used to close small gaps – they are not a viable option if large numbers of teeth are missing, as there’s nothing for them to adhere to.
In these instances, dental implants or bridges can be used to replace the missing teeth.
That said, if it’s veneers you’re particularly interested in, we’d always recommend getting in touch with the team so we can take a look at your smile in detail and assess all the options open to you.
We offer free e-consultations, so why not send us a photograph of your current smile and we’ll be in touch with details on how we can help?