i have an overbite and i asked my dentist about braces, he said that there isnt enough space inbetween my teeth so they have to make some. I wasnt explaind how they make space and i was wondering the possible ways they could do that
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There is a type of braces called Six Month Smiles that is very specifically used to correct minor orthodontic problems. Ask your dentist if you would be a candidate for a limited type of treatment such as this. You could be done in as little as 6 months.
Braces alone will not fix your problems. The reason you have a "gummy smile" is because your upper jaw is underdeveloped. The underdeveloped upper jaw is also the reason why your chin is weak. Your lower jaw is trapped behind an underdeveloped and narrow upper dental arch.There is a relatively...
It looks to me like the shape of your right central incisor could be at least part of the problem. The biting edge appears uneven. That can be altered very easily and doing this needed adjustment may make a big difference. Also, the tooth itself may be thinner where it touches...