Hello doctor, I'm 22 years old male overjet and overbite, congenitally missing both lower incisors. I'm feeling uncomfortable with my teeth, often bite them hard, tilt my lower chin forward and get the constrained feeling on my joint. It also doesnt look good. A local ortho told me i can either extract two upper teeth or to do a jaw surgery. I'd like to get more opinion on what other options do i have and whether invisalign is an option. I have attached X-ray scans and some pictures.Thanks,Jamie
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February 7, 2016
Answer: Widening maxilla with Epigenetic orthodontics will allow mandible to move forward.
It is true that you have beautifully shaped teeth and over all nice alignment--that said it would be best for you to explore the aspects that you don't care for--is it that the arch-form is too narrow, do you want to show more teeth, is the color too dark?A good cosmetic dentist can help you...
If you feel like there is extra adhesive or maybe attachment material that needs to be removed then you should mention it to your orthodontist. Sometimes it is difficult to see because it is clear or the same color as your tooth. It is a simple procedure to remove the excess material.
Fortunately there are 2 techniques that could shorten your time with Invisalign or braces, they both will cut the time up to 50%:1. Propel which is somewhat surgical, where they make some openings in the bone between the teeth and it moves teeth faster due to speed up bone remodeling. You...
