i am 23 years old and cosidering getting braces for my crowded teeth so that my smile and face can be more symmetrical. so far i hav visited two orthos who say i need extraction yet i do not want to extract my healthy teeth. i plan on visiting other orthos to get a second opinion but i would like to know what you think. i've attached some pics of my teeth. my bottom row of teeth are perfectly straight with no crowding at all and my top teeth have a bit of crowding. ps: i grind my teeth at night
September 28, 2011
Answer: Mild crowding and extraction
Mild crowding alone does not justify extraction. I like to treat my patients without extractions when possible. Some cases do require extraction to improve the bite or facial esthetics (lip and face balance).
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September 28, 2011
Answer: Mild crowding and extraction
Mild crowding alone does not justify extraction. I like to treat my patients without extractions when possible. Some cases do require extraction to improve the bite or facial esthetics (lip and face balance).
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September 19, 2011
Answer: Mild Crowding without extractions
Yes. In fact, with our Damon system, you can correct mild to moderate and sometimes severe crowning without extractions of bicuspid. Extraction of four permanent teeth (bicuspids) used to be the standard of care in about 30% to 40% of our patient. However, now with the latest technology, the Damon system, we are now able to fit moderate or even severe crowning without having to take out permanent bicuspids. This allows for fuller broader smile that will last a lifetime. Research now shows a the bone as well as the tissue remodels and creates a fuller brighter smile and aesthetically more pleasing smile. I encouraged anyone that has been prescribed for bicuspid extraction to seek a second opinion as there is now better technology.
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September 19, 2011
Answer: Mild Crowding without extractions
Yes. In fact, with our Damon system, you can correct mild to moderate and sometimes severe crowning without extractions of bicuspid. Extraction of four permanent teeth (bicuspids) used to be the standard of care in about 30% to 40% of our patient. However, now with the latest technology, the Damon system, we are now able to fit moderate or even severe crowning without having to take out permanent bicuspids. This allows for fuller broader smile that will last a lifetime. Research now shows a the bone as well as the tissue remodels and creates a fuller brighter smile and aesthetically more pleasing smile. I encouraged anyone that has been prescribed for bicuspid extraction to seek a second opinion as there is now better technology.
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