What Is It Called When The Jaw Is Recessed But Teeth Protrude, And How To Fix? (photo) Dentist Answers, Tips
Orthognathic Surgery: Q&A
Ask a Question

What Is It Called When The Jaw Is Recessed But Teeth Protrude, And How To Fix? (photo)

Hi, when a top jaw is recessed which is clearly indicated by a shallow paranasal region, but the teeth meet up fine with the lower jaw as a result of "natural tooth compensation" and thus appear to protrude like a monkey's mouth, what is the treatment required to align them into normal position? Is it possible to expand the pallate arc to bring the teeth back, then advance the entire top jaw (and doing the same to lower teeth)? What is this condition called because I can't find anything online?

Asked by NeedHelpChicken

You might also like...

Real Stories

I Feel I Have Lost the "Me" by Having Jaw Surgery and Look Worse - Canada

I had double jaw surgery and genioplasty 4 weeks ago. I know i am still swollen, but I feel...

Doctors will not see your comments on their answers. If you'd like to follow up, please go here to ask another question.

Comments (0)

Ask a Question

Welcome Back

Sign in with Facebook

Your information remains private and will not be posted without your permission.

Forgot your password?

Don't have an account? Create one now.

Join RealSelf

Join with Facebook

Your information remains private and will not be posted without your permission.

Please enter a valid email address
 Did you mean ?

By creating an account, you are indicating that you have read and accept the RealSelf Terms of Use.

Already a member? Sign In.

Retrieve your password

Enter your username or email address and we will send you a link to login.

Check your email

Check your email. We've sent you a link to reset your password.

Ok