Can Invisalign Hook Onto Headgear with Rubber Bands to Fix an Underbite? (photo)

February 16, 2012
Asked By:Brent7107 in Saint Louis, MO

I had my under bite fixed in 3rd grade and my bite was fine up until freshman year. This was when it started shifting back and my orthodontist said that it was because my jaw was growing still and causing it to grow back into an under bite. They said they can fix it at the start of my senior year (6 months from now) but I would prefer to not get braces again or have surgery because i heard surgery can make your face look much different than before...

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February 27, 2012

Answer: Your lower jaw may not be done growing

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February 19, 2012

Answer: Invisalign Doesn't Work with Headgear

February 19, 2012

Answer: Invisalign Doesn't Work with Headgear

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