Need help I have a dental implant (top row front left tooth) and a missing K9 (top row left side) also I want braces to correct my teeth cross bite /under bite but my biggest concern is having to be toothless once braces are put on my teeth being the implant is placed incorrect I was told it would have to be removed is it possible I can wear flipper with braces
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Dear Carrie70,
Thank you for your question. Congratulations on completing
phase 1 of your treatment. It is unfortunate that you are having such a
negative experience with the staff in the office. I would recommend contacting
the orthodontist and explaining the situation. Although you can switch...
In looking at your photos (very good, by the way), it looks like you have both an underbite (lower front teeth are in front of the upper front teeth) and a crossbite in the back (the upper back teeth are narrower across the arch from side to side than the lower back teeth). Ideally, lower teeth...
Dear hzlnt,
Thank you for your question. I completely understand your
concern. Without examining you personally, I cannot provide clinical advice.
Generally in cases like these a retainer will be provided once your braces are
removed. If you are concerned about the frenectomy and your diastema,...