Braces and Receding Gums

I am very interested in getting braces. I have some receding gums on my lower front teeth. Would I still be a candidate for braces?

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Braces Vs Invisalign for Receding Gums

What would be the best form of braces if you have receeding gums? My front of teeth sit out too much and the front 2 are crooked. I would be keen for...

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Oral and Maxillofacial Question Regarding my Open Bite

I was administered a Herbst appliance while I was wearing braces when I was 12 until I was 14, for a period of 22 months or so. The open bite...

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Can Braces/Elastics Help a Slight Receding Chin?

I've had braces for almost a year now, and I'm getting elastics soon. I have a slight receding chin, and I was wondering if elastics will help improve...

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How to Correct This Bite? What Would Be the Estimated Cost in Ontario, Canada and Would It Involve Tooth Removal? (photo)

I had a slight gap between front incisors of upper jaw so wore a retainer for correction as advised by doctor for 2 years with adjustments....