My bottom midline does not align with my top midline, I've had braces for 4 years, any advice? (photo)

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I have had braces for nearly 4 years now. I started out with spacers then an expander then the top 4 brackets. Now I have all my brackets on and I've been doing rubber bands. I am satisfied with the straightness of my teeth but definitely not the alignment. it's horrrible and my bite is not good either. Right now I am wearing rubber bands. My orthodontist tells my I will probably get my braces off in late October of this year but I don't know if he even is going to be able to fix my midlines...

Vicki Borowski, DDS · Answer

The most important midline that you need to be concerned about is your upper midline. this needs to be centered in your face. It often happens that the lower midline doesn't match the upper midline exactly. This should not be a big concern. You will probably be the only person who notices the problem. The most important thing is to make sure your bite is correct and comfortable before removing the braces.

My bottom midline does not align with my top midline, I've had braces for 4 years, any advice? (photo)

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