What is the short answer?+
The short answer is that veneers can change the visible shape of mildly misaligned teeth, but they do not move teeth or correct the underlying position. When crowding or rotation is significant, orthodontic assessment may preserve more healthy tooth structure than reshaping teeth for veneers.
What is most likely to change the answer for me?+
The deciding point is personal: the choice depends on the amount and direction of movement, enamel available, bite, gum position and your time and maintenance priorities. Only an examination and appropriate records can compare alignment, veneers or a combined plan. The next useful point to discuss is: request an orthodontic option and its trade-offs before deciding on restorations.
What should I explain at my consultation?+
Ask how much tooth reshaping veneers would require for the visible alignment change. This gives the dentist a clear starting point for discussing what matters to you.
Which alternatives should I compare?+
Request an orthodontic option and its trade-offs before deciding on restorations. The useful comparison is the one that addresses your concern with a proportionate commitment.
What should I understand before deciding?+
Ask whether a combined alignment-and-restoration plan could preserve more enamel. Ask about limitations, maintenance and what could make the plan change before treatment begins.
Where can I discuss this in Marbella?+
R&H Dental is on Avenida Ricardo Soriano in central Marbella. When you contact reception, mention your starting question: ask how much tooth reshaping veneers would require for the visible alignment change.
