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If you have had some slight movement, your retainer may be able to take care of it. If you can fit it all the way in, that is a good sign. I'd wear it full time until the pressure goes away. It might be several weeks. If it doesn't take care of the problem, or if you can't get it to go all the way in, go see your orthodontist to see what they can do.
You need an orthodontist opinion, find one by asking around where you live or get referred by your dentist.
Unfortunately, braces alone can not widen a jaw. Braces can however widen the arch form of your teeth, but only up to a safe and acceptable limit. A good system to consider for expansion and dental arch development is the Damon Smile system. Keep in mind that if you truly have...
Hi deededeheart. Thanks for including photos and explaining your concerns on this forum. Rest assured you have many choices to reduce the amount of your gums that shows when you smile. The first step is to identify what causes this condition. This can be accomplished after consulting with a...
