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Do I have an overjet, overbite, or both? (Photo)

lux4444Feb 7, 2015
Do I have an overjet, overbite, or both? Also, what are recommended treatment options--I feel my overbite/overjet is quite severe. I am hoping to avoid metal braces; do you think in my case Invisalign would work? Thank you for your time and answers!

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Dr. Oleg Drut, DDS
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Answered on Feb 23, 2015
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Dr. Zev Kaufman, DDS
Board Certified Prosthodontist
Answered on Feb 9, 2015
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