How do you treat peg laterals?
We may treat peg laterals using direct bonding with tooth colored materials on the front and sides of the small tooth to give it a more natural appearance. Another alternative treatment for peg laterals is Porcelain veneers. This conservative treatment would be a more permanent and usually more aesthetic option.
How do you fix a peg incisor?
A cosmetic crown involves the reshaping of your peg tooth in order to accommodate a permanent crown that covers most or all of the tooth. Cosmetic crowns can last for years and are resistant to stains and wear. Veneers are another popular option to fix peg teeth.
How much does a peg lateral cost?
The average cost can vary anywhere around $300 to $600 per tooth. However, additional supportive procedures during the treatment can increase the price. Many dental insurance plans cover the expenses for dental bonding, and since peg lateral bonding is a structural type, you have a good chance of getting it covered.
What is lateral incisors peg?
Peg lateral incisors describes a condition where the second tooth on either side of the upper front teeth does not develop correctly and is small, often pointed, and looks like a cone. Sometimes, the permanent adult teeth do not develop at all, leaving only the baby teeth or primary teeth in place.
Why do people get peg laterals?
In addition, the most common causes of peg laterals are genetics and developmental peculiarity. Hereditary inheritance means people with peg laterals have parents with the same condition. Peg shaped teeth are sometimes seen where multiple generations exhibit a typical growth pattern.
Can braces fix peg lateral teeth?
If not, orthodontic care like Invisalign or braces may be the first step. The condition often comes with alignment issues. Sometimes correcting the tooth positioning and alignment fixes the aesthetic issue in mild cases of peg lateral.
What causes peg tooth?
And, the peg tooth’s most notorious cause is congenital syphilis. The rare, irregular shape of the tooth is created when the mother did not begin treatment with penicillin until the teeth started forming. Many genetic disorders may also be causing peg teeth.
Can you put braces on peg lateral teeth?
Why do people get peg lateral teeth?
How common are peg lateral incisors?
Results: The overall prevalence of peg-shaped maxillary permanent lateral incisors was 1.8%.