A male asked:
can a dentist fix crowed or crooked teeth without the need to see an orthadontist? my wisdom teeth pulled up 6 months ago and i have now 2 crooked bottom teeth due to crowding. can my dentist fix this problem in any way because i will not be able to see a
3 doctor answers
Dr. Harry Aronowitz answered
44 years experience Orthodontics
Your : Your dentist certainly fix it if he or she has the training, however, if your insurance doesn't cover orthodontics it won't cover it!
Answered on Nov 30, 2016
Dr. Michael Wollock answered
29 years experience Dentistry
West : West burke,
many general dentists provide braces to correct crowded teeth. Unfortunitly, i don't know your dentist so it is impossible for me to know if they can provide braces for you. Regardless of whom is providing braces, if your insurance does not cover orthodontics (braces), it will not cover it wheather an orthodontist or a general dentist provides it for you.
While some dental insurances provide some reimbursement for braces, many do not. Unlike treatment for a heart attack, almost all of dentistry is elective, a want not a need. Therefor, if you want straight teeth, financing may better help you achieve your desire.
Hope this is helpful,
michael i. Wollock, dmd, agd fellow
dentistry at suburban square
610-649-0313
www.Dentistryatsuburbansquare.Com.
Answered on Nov 30, 2016
Dr. Arnold Malerman answered
53 years experience Orthodontics
Coincidence: Your wisdom teeth may have very slightly contributed to your lower front crowding problem, but probably not. Your best option would be to see an orthodontist. If you had a heart problem your general physician could treat your heart, but not at the level of competence of a cardiologist. Insurance probably will not cover this. Ask orthodontist about payment plans. Good luck.
Answered on Sep 5, 2013
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