I have two canine milk teeth that are nearing the end of their life (I am 30). I considered implants but need braces to make the gaps bigger. The orthodontist has suggested extracting the teeth and using a brace to push my back teeth forward. I've been researching and apparently it's a no no to remove these teeth, I just wondered how this will affect the way my teeth look and would implants be a better option? Also is there a risk the gaps won't close properly? I've attached photos of my teeth
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When the braces are on and they are trying to pull the front teeth back to correct your overbite, they are actually pulling the back teeth forward as well. (Like a tug of war) All teeth move when the braces push or pull on them. If the orthodontist wants some teeth to move...
You are a perfect example showing that just "straight" teeth are only one part of a nice smile. The angle/ slant/ flaring of the teeth is also important. Another critical element is the shape of the teeth. Yours are very triangular. Reshaping of teeth during...
NO, NO, NO! Do NOT remove a single canine tooth. You clearly have excessive crowding but removing your canine tooth is definitely NOT the best way to resolve the crowding. Find a doctor who understands epigenetic orthodontics. You can easily save your canine teeth with proper orthodontic t...
