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It would be difficult to estimate without looking at your photos and x-rays, but it would likely take about 12-18 months if you get one or more teeth extracted. Also, it will depend on whether you need to expand one arch or reduce the other arch. A lot of factors come into play, but it can be done. Whenever dealing with FRONT teeth, always view before and after patient photos online of the doctor that you select, so that you know that the doctor is capable of giving you the results that you are looking for. Good luck and I hope this helps. Follow me if you have more questions.Sarah Thompson, DMD
You would need to have braces first for about 1 1/2 year and then jaw surgery. Please consult an orthognathic surgeon for further evaluation.
Great job for improving your oral hygiene! If the gum tissue is red and swollen form inflammation it can return to a healthy appearance after a couple of weeks. If there is underlying tartar build up causing inflammation called gingivitis or bone disease called periodontitis then it will require...
It looks like the space was being filled in with tartar/calculus build up on the teeth. This is living and dead mineralized bacteria built up on the teeth and should be removed in order to eliminate the infection and help you keep your teeth. Once the dentist has treated and stabilized the...
Can your teeth be shortened? Yes.Is that the best thing for you to do? It all depends.In my professional opinion you have a beautiful smile and the length of your teeth are clearly within normal limits. I would not recommend shortening them. That would give you a less...
