I am 26 and have an ugly overbight. mild crowding and they are not straight it seems like my jaw is not as far forward as it should be . my bite is terrible. feels like my bite pushes my jaw back. sad and thinking about getting braces soon. i really want it to help my jaw forward if possible.
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July 11, 2018
Answer: It's tougher on an adult but doable in many cases
In most cases, it is best to do orthodontics prior to placing implants or any other major dental restoration. If you think about it, we need to put the existing teeth in the right places so that any new replacement teeth will fit the new bite. If you put an implant in and then try to...
Hi, the answer really depends on your overall orthodontic situation. Photos of your teeth and smile from several different angles would help greatly. Until then it's unclear how long it may take. Glad to know you're wearing your rubber bands!
Believe it or not, we occasionally have patients who really miss their braces after they are removed. They have really become so accustomed to them. But it is important to have them removed when the job is finished so the teeth are easier to keep clean and healthy.
If you really...
