A wide gap due to tongue thrust. Is buying the retainer online give the same result as the one the dentist prescribe? (Photo)

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Ira Shapira, DDS · Answer

The one photo reveals multiple issues.  In addition to the gap you have flairing of the teeth, a narrow maxilla and probably a compromisd airway.I suggest you work with an Oral Myofunctional therapist to learn exercises to retrain your tongue.  Some patients see resolution just from that.Ideally, I would suggest expansion with a DNA Appliance to correct narrow maxilla, give more posterior room for your tongue and improve  your airway.  Tongue thrusts are frequently a clue to evaluate the airway.

A wide gap due to tongue thrust. Is buying the retainer online give the same result as the one the dentist prescribe? (Photo)

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