Can I Fix my Mild Crowding Without Extraction of Bicuspids?

September 17, 2011
Asked By:cara12 in london

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

4 photos

Answers (10)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
MOST RECENT
March 3, 2017

Answer: Almost never a good idea to extract bicuspids.

1 person found this helpful
MOST RECENT
March 3, 2017

Answer: Almost never a good idea to extract bicuspids.

1 person found this helpful
November 14, 2012

Answer: Extraction controversy

1 person found this helpful
November 14, 2012

Answer: Extraction controversy

1 person found this helpful
October 3, 2011

Answer: No Extraction Needed

1 person found this helpful
October 3, 2011

Answer: No Extraction Needed

1 person found this helpful

Recommended reading

Braces

Everything you need to know about Braces

  • 88% worth it
  • 123.0k reviews
  • Avg cost: $4,238
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
September 28, 2011

Answer: Mild crowding and extraction

September 28, 2011

Answer: Mild crowding and extraction

September 19, 2011

Answer: Mild Crowding without extractions

September 19, 2011

Answer: Mild Crowding without extractions

Recommended reading

Braces

Everything you need to know about Braces

  • 88% worth it
  • 123.0k reviews
  • Avg cost: $4,238
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT