Can I fix my overbite without surgery? I'm 27 years old. (Photos)

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I suffer from an overbite and crowding teeth on the bottom. My bottom jaw is also recessive and small. It creates a profile that lacks a jaw line and makes my face look long and narrow. Will braces alone correct this? I'm hoping for more of a jaw line and chin. Along with fixing my narrow long face. My face also seems to be a little crooked. Am I too old for appliances to expand my lower jaw? Would I need premolar extraction and how will that change my face?

Ira Shapira, DDS · Answer

You are an excellent candidate for the DNA Appliance and Epigenetic Orthopedics.  You have a very narrow v-shaped  maxilla that can be 3 dimensionally grown to create a better airway and allow the mandible to advance.  This will also decrease the gummy smile, improve your profile and the support fot your facial tissues.It will also help help prevent future TMJ disorders, headaches and migraine issues. The mRNMA version of the DNA Appliance will help advance the mandible.  Expansion in the lower is a different process but will also occur.  No surgery should be needed.Ira L Shapira DDS, D,ABDSM, D,AAPM, FICCMO
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Can I fix my overbite without surgery? I'm 27 years old. (Photos)

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