I am 11 years old. And I have a HUGE gap between my two front teeth.

I am 11 years old and I am going into middle school next year. But my teeth look like I was in 2nd grade I am so embarrassed about my teeth. When I smile I don't show my teeth. I get teased a lot about my teeth. There is a HUGE gap between my front teeth. Please help me.

You may talk to her about it, but to be honest, do you have dental insurance, can your parents afford this, I am sorry but braces cost a lot of money and in many families there is not several thousand dollars laying around to spend.

If paying for them is a problem in your family, show your Mom the websites for these two groups who help some teens to get braces (worth a try): Smile for a Lifetime (Orthodontic Foundation Colorado Springs CO | Smile For A Lifetime Orthodontic Foundation (http://www.s4l.org)) and Smiles Change Lives (Home - Smiles Change Lives (http://www.smileschangelives.org)). Also, you can talk to your dentist at your next cleaning appointment for ideas on how to discuss the possibility with your Mom. Braces aren't just about good looks. Good oral health is important for a lifetime of good overall health. Best wishes.

Thanks to all who awnsered. And fr chuck I do have dental incurance.