I already don't have a full smile because my teeth aren't straight. From what I see and feel inside my mouth, I really don't think I have room. I hope the extractions won't ruin my face.
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Your orthodontic problem is being caused by a severely underdeveloped upper dental arch. This underdeveloped dental arch has prevented your lower jaw from properly developing and moving into a more ideal place to give your chin more prominence. Your problem can be easily resolved without...
Constantly changing retainers has caused your teeth to become mobile. There is no need to worry that they will fall out. Most importantly, have your dentist make you a new set of retainers and stick with them. Throw out the old ones.
Yes, there are dentists/orthodontists who are opening up extraction spaces and restoring those spaces with implants. The impact this has on opening the airway is nothing short of amazing. There is an orthodontist in California named Dr. William Hang who does this type of treatment...