I recently went to see the dentist about Invisalign and he said I qualify for them and I have an overbite that needs correcting. My problem is my lips, I have really full, pouty and sensual lips. I love them so much but I feel like if I correct my overbite my lips wouldn't be the same, I feel like they would not be as pouty or not be as full.
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Answer: Position of lips is completely dependent on position of teeth
Thanks for you question. A lot of patients are going through an adaption period after geting braces. It is different for everybody. Most patients get used to a new situation much quicker then others. Be patient. You might want to take some Tylenol for any discomfort. Dental soft wax often helps...
You have very nice teeth and a mild bite problem. Braces could improve your bite and smile.
To change your profile, ie to improve your chin projection, would require jaw surgery, probably in both jaws.
Getting braces now would not prevent getting surgery later if you still...
From the photos of your teeth and your profile, I think your plan is a good one. With the amount of crowding you have and the teeth your Dr wants removed, there should be minimal change in your facial profile.
For what it is worth, I would classify your case as much more than...