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Is it considered cosmetic surgery if i get my front teeth aligned?

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Yes: For purposes of dental insurance, any thing done to enhance the smile in absence of decay or fracture is considered cosmetic and usually not covered. The only exception would be if you have orthodontic coverage.

Answered 4/1/2016

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Yes: Cosmetic procedure. Yes. Surgery. No. If you are going the braces route, insurance may still pay for some of the cost.

Answered 8/20/2013

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Teeth alignment: I guess anything you do surgically to make your appearance better is considered cosmeticc surgery.www.beautybybrueck.com.

Answered 3/23/2013

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Dr. Zahid Ahmed answered

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Is it surgical?: What is the means by which you are getting your teeth aligned? If it is braces/orthodontics alone, i would be less inclined to call it surgery, although it may be done for a cosmetic reason. If you are getting crowns or veneers purely for cosmetic reasons then yes its cosmetic, and could be considered surgery, depending on your definition of surgery. Sorry if that may sound vague.

Answered 3/23/2013

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

More info needed: It´s not easy to answer that one. What will be done and how, and according to whom? Straightening teeth can be both for cosmetic and functional reasons. Cosmetic treatment may or may not involve surgery, such as orthognathic surgery. Is this for insurance coverage? An insurance plan may or may not cover specific procedures. I wish you gave us more information for a better answer.

Answered 3/23/2013

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