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I had 4 premolar extractions which I am trying my hardest not to regret. Can I get professional opinions? (Photos)

jettie678Jul 26, 2017
I went into this journey ignorant and unaware of my options. I would love to get some professional insight. My current orthodontist said that it was necessary for extractions because of my overbite. I would lose my teeth because of their positioning. I been thinking about a reversal and getting implants. I feel that my smile is shrunk and that it has become too narrow for my plump features.

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Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, DDS
Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, DDS
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Answered on Jul 30, 2017
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Dr. Nirav Patel, MDS, PhD
Dr. Nirav Patel, MDS, PhD
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Answered on Jul 29, 2017
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Dr. Brad Lockhart, DDS
Dr. Brad Lockhart, DDS
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Answered on Jul 28, 2017
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