I had braces at 12, now I'm turning 20 and the upper and lower plate don't match up, ie the midpoint of upper and lower are at different places. Not just the teeth, but upper and lower lips don't match up either,my face looks slightly distorted and the lips don't match the teeth in the middle either.
I am desperate, but the dentists so far said it takes too much work so its not worth it. Please let me know whether theres still hope with Invisalign. Pictures attached, Thanks in advance.
April 29, 2011
Answer: Can invisalign work for me?
It really looks like you have a skeletal asymmetry which is probably beyond the ability of either Invisalign or braces to correctt completely....Unfortunately, ideal correction might involve jaw surgery which is a pretty big deal.
Many people have facial asymmetry and usually they don't even notice it. But when it is pointed out to them they can become fixated on it. Maybe nobody else notices this as much as you do?
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April 29, 2011
Answer: Can invisalign work for me?
It really looks like you have a skeletal asymmetry which is probably beyond the ability of either Invisalign or braces to correctt completely....Unfortunately, ideal correction might involve jaw surgery which is a pretty big deal.
Many people have facial asymmetry and usually they don't even notice it. But when it is pointed out to them they can become fixated on it. Maybe nobody else notices this as much as you do?
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April 29, 2011
Answer: Invisalign for "Horizontal" Bite Discrepancy
Your photos show that the upper teeth are off to the right side and your upper arch appears narrower than your lower arch. Correcting a problem like this is likely beyond the capabilities of Invisalign. It CAN align front teeth; for example your lateral incisors are a little rotated compared to your centrals, and Invisalign could correct that. Your bite discrepancy involves the position of your jaws, or at least the entire set of teeth on each of your jaws. Re-alignment could require braces and possibly even jaw surgery. So while Invisalign could do SOMETHING, be sure it will solve your particular problem before committing to it. An orthodontist who is familiar with all types of applilances and treatment approaches will be able to answer your questions.
PS good job with the photos by the way; showing where your facial midline is located is helpful!
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April 29, 2011
Answer: Invisalign for "Horizontal" Bite Discrepancy
Your photos show that the upper teeth are off to the right side and your upper arch appears narrower than your lower arch. Correcting a problem like this is likely beyond the capabilities of Invisalign. It CAN align front teeth; for example your lateral incisors are a little rotated compared to your centrals, and Invisalign could correct that. Your bite discrepancy involves the position of your jaws, or at least the entire set of teeth on each of your jaws. Re-alignment could require braces and possibly even jaw surgery. So while Invisalign could do SOMETHING, be sure it will solve your particular problem before committing to it. An orthodontist who is familiar with all types of applilances and treatment approaches will be able to answer your questions.
PS good job with the photos by the way; showing where your facial midline is located is helpful!
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