I have gap teeth. Should I fix them?

The dream of a beautiful smile can become a nightmare when discount orthodontia is involved, and there’s a chance you’ll end up worse-off, or nostalgic for your old teeth. Illustration: Lola Beltran/The Guardian

Hi Ugly,

My brother and I have big teeth with gaps. He recently found out he could get them “done” in an affordable way, and now I am doing it, too. There is nothing wrong with my teeth or smile – it’s just gappy, and I think I will look somewhat prettier with the new chompers.