Retainers usually only "retain" the current position of teeth. They have a very limited ability to move teeth. At the very most, you may be able to achieve 1-2 mm of tooth movement (by tipping) only if there is space for the tooth to move. Therefore, it may not be the best option to correct your... more
Will a retainer fix a mild overbite without braces?
Will a retainer help a slight overbite due to sucking my fingers at a young age? It's not as bad as most thumbsucker's teeth, but I wanted to know if a retainer would correct it without braces?
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