I had a permanent retainer in that broke causing one tooth to have a gap. I was told a retainer could fix this?

Generally no, but if you have an unstable bite, especially one with a deep overbite, or have tongue habits that push on your teeth, the gap could open up over time. There are two ways to help try to prevent this. One is to wear a retainer. The other is to have your dentist bond the teeth...

In todays fast paced and busy world, it is very common to see patients just like you who grind their teeth. There are a few options for correcting worn teeth and protecting them. One option is composite bonding. This is the most conservative and most economical. It will protect the dentin. The...

In regards to the uneven wear and chipping of the incisal edges of your front teeth, veneers and whitening of the adjacent teeth is the most aesthetic way to correct this. The veneers can recontour and restore the teeth to a more ideal shape. The veneers can be done with minimal prep to conserve...

The teeth continually shift over time unless they are retained in position by a fixed lingual retainer or a removeable retainer. Some stresses such as the frenum, short roots, or occlusion can further amplify movement of teeth even above normal shifting as you noted. Since you are prone to...

Almost all my patients young or old would love to whiten their teeth soon after their orthodontic treatment is completed. They have nice looking straight teeth and love to make them lighter in shade. Some have stained teeth because cleaning is difficult unless immaculate care in oral hygiene is...

I think composite bonding is an excellent option for you, provided it's done by a highly skilled clinician.  I completely understand you are on a limited budget, but if you want the bonding to last a long time and have a nice cosmetic result, you may want to do more careful...