Why did my dentist leave the same wire but changed the colors and cut a little off the back, why didn't they put a new wire?

I would suggest being evaluated by a Neuromuscular Dentist.  I think your jaw is overclosed and the pain is probably referred myofascial pain.  You look very similar to many patients I see with TMJ disorders and chronic migraines.The muscles usually have problems when there is no comfortable r...

What type of retainer do you have? I can only guess that you may have a Hawley retainer since you mention that you have not worn your retainer in 7 years, but it still fit tightly. Yes, it hurts when you force it in. The pain should eventually go away if you wear it routinely at night. The teeth...

If you specify to your treating dentist that you like the space and want to preserve it, treatment options can be given to keep it while simultaneously straightening the rest of the teeth! I often have spaces left at the end of orthodontic treatment in order to then bond and adjust the shape or...

I agree, it does look like your teeth are too small for your face. The laterals are mainly causing this problem.  The health of your teeth and bite are first priority. In general, before you do any restorative treatment (veneers or bonding) you should get an orthodontic consult and treatment if ...

When you remove (amputate) upper molars or premolar you give less lip support.I prefer Expansion Orthodontics with the DNA Appliance to achieve a full wide smile.Ira L Shapira DDS, D,ABDSM, D,AAPM, FICCMNOChair, Alliance of TMD OrganizationsDiplomate, American Board Dental Sleep...

Aside from an Invisalign Express treatment to address the lower arch crowding, It may be possible to address the mild crowding with interproximal reduction (carefully reshaping the sides of your teeth to make room for the tooth that is crowded out from the rest of your teeth) and then securing...