I had braces as a teenager, but despite using a retainer, my gap returned. My bite has never met in the front, but it wasn't until I changed dentists as an adult that the issue was addressed. My new dentist said that my braces were a waste of money and that the tongue thrust should have been corrected before braces were applied. I would like to correct it because it causes a lisp and difficulties eating (biting through), but I don't think I'm up for traditional braces again. What are my options?
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You are absolutely right, 6 months braces is a big mistake. Looking at the placement of the bracket on the photo you provided, you should run from the dentist who places brackets like in your case shown. My advise to request removal of those brackets asap and seek help in a professional free...
Thanks for posting photos. You do have extremely short roots. With normal wear and chewing forces you may never have a problem. These teeth are at higher risk if there is trauma to these teeth. Orthodontics can fall into the category of trauma. I would advise against doing additional...
The lower front ones could be higher and will have to be moved higher at some point to get your lower front teeth leveled out. That may just be the way your doc does things though.An ortho that is moving fast is more likely a sign that they know exactly what they are doing. I would...
