I have a small mouth and crooked teeth. My small mouth is exaggerated by a wide face. When viewed from below, my upper teeth seem to be concave on each side giving an empty buccal corridor-like effect (see images for reference). I would like to know if there are any procedures to increase mouth-width. For example, palate expansion? Or perhaps a face lift to pull my mouth wider?
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Answer: What can be done to improve a small mouth, teeth curvature issues, and a wide face?
Anthony Mobasser, DDS, DMD - Account Suspended says:
It is best to visit a cosmetic dentist and consult your plastic surgeon.Looking at your teeth , yes porcelain veneers or dental bonding can make your teeth longer, but it might not last a long time depending on your bite, and how many veneers we are placing to make your smile cosmetically...
Based on your photos, you appear to have a Class II Div 2 malocclusion, but a would have to see your bottom teeth to make the complete assessment. You should consult a cosmetic dentist that can show you before and after photos of cases that are similar to your's. If you were in my...
Sorry to say, but covering a silver crown is not possible. The only thing that can change this is to have the silver crowns removed and replacing them with tooth-colored ones. This might be a little expensive, but if it's your child, you might have to find a way to help her if it...
