Possible to Alter Class 2 Bite to Class One W/o Surgery?

I think you could absolutely get the look you want with orthodontics alone. Maybe Google "distalizing oral appliances", head gear is also and option for you. Maybe take in picture of what you would like to look like. Maybe even photoshop a picture of yourself

This is the type of bite that most certainly should be addressed by an orthodontic specialist who has the proper training and experience and will put the time and effort into properly diagnosing your problem with standard records they routinely use. From your photos and what you have described, and since reduction in the prominence of your lips is what you are looking for, extraction of upper premolars is likely a viable option.to address your concerns. Extensive... more

YES! There is no need to do radical jaw surgery to correct a minor overjet. Find a dentist/orthodontist who uses functional jaw orthopedic appliances. There are functional appliances that will "grow your lower jaw forward" and eliminate your class II overjet. If you choose to extract upper bicuspids you will not only make your nose look overly prominent and reduce the size of your lips but you will also end up with excess space between your second bicuspids and canine teeth. I can... more