❓ Braces, Veneers or Whitening — Which Do I Need?
A one-minute quiz — guidance, not a diagnosis.
📝 What is the quiz based on?
Each answer adds points to one of four options. It follows the basic rule dentists use: alignment and bite problems are solved with orthodontics because it fixes the cause without reducing teeth, surface colour with whitening as the least invasive option, and shape, chips and deep stains with veneers.
Why “orthodontics then cosmetic” sometimes?
Once teeth are aligned, veneers need far less reduction — or may not be needed at all.
When is the gum first?
If more than 3–4 mm of gum shows when you smile, treating the teeth alone will not fix it — we address the gum cause first.
🩺 Prepared by the EME Medical medical team · medical review pending
Sources: American Association of Orthodontists · American Dental Association — Cosmetic dentistry
This tool is for education only and does not replace a dentist's advice.
Frequently asked questions
Can veneers fix crooked teeth?
They can mask mild crookedness only and cannot fix the bite. For clear crowding or bite problems, orthodontics is the main solution and preserves your teeth.
How long do clear aligners take?
Usually 6 to 18 months depending on the case, wearing the aligners about 22 hours a day.
Does whitening change the colour of veneers or fillings?
No, whitening only affects natural teeth. That is why we whiten first if you plan veneers, then match the shade.
Is the quiz result a diagnosis?
No, it is first guidance based on your answers. The final decision follows a dental exam and X-rays.
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