Hi, My braces are due to be coming off on Wednesday and retainer fitted Thursday but I think that my teeth are far from ready at this moment. I have a bit of an overbite and overall my teeth are not really straight and there are still significantly visible gaps. I have provided photos and would like to know the opinion of doctors here. Thanks in advance!
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If you had full or comprehensive treatment there should be no spaces left in this location.
Your orthodontists works for you. He/she should only take the braces off when you are both satisfied that the job is complete and the best possible outcome has been achieved....
Noticeable bite changes such as the ones you are describing can come from several different causes. Tongue thrusts or bite shifting after dental work or trauma are two common ones. Less common causes are changes to the jaw structure from clenching or grinding or possibly arthritic...
Crossbites need to be evaluated in "real time' because there can be multiple factors. It is possible to have two crossbites that look exactly the same in photos but whose underlying causes are completely different thus require two completely different treatment approaches.
Adult...