Orthognathic surgery or should I have orthodontic with TAD to correct overbite with incompetent lips?

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Hello,I am in my early 30's now and I am so conscious of my smile especially I have seen couple orthodontist and I am getting mixed feedbacks. Some have suggested Orthognathic surgery to fix the overbite and my incompetent lips, other said TAD should help improve my gummy smile and the tension from my bottom lips/ chin.Would TAD help improving the gummy smile and have my upper lips more noticeable ? maybe have a bit of lip injection to get my lips to rest better once done with the treatment?

Majid Jamali, DMD · Answer

Orthodontic treatment should not be  used to replace jaw surgery. It might correct your bite but your profile might suffer. Please see a board certified orthodontist.

Morgan E. Norris, III, MD, FACS · Answer

TAD or
temporary anchorage devices are great tools in the world of orthodontics but
braces are not a substitute for orthognathic surgery.  Braces are designed to correct misalignments
in your teeth that cause malocclusion.  Sometimes orthodontic treatment can help improve the appearance of the
middle to lower face but if the asymmetry that you are unhappy with is caused
by the bony structures of your face and jaw then orthognathic surgery
would be your best option.  There is also a possibility that you would require orthodontic treatment in conjunction with
orthognathic surgery to help you get the look you wish to achieve.  However, in order
for me to say with any certainty which procedures would work best for you I
would have to perform a physical examination.  My recommendation for you is to research for a board certified oral
maxillofacial surgeon to find out if you are a candidate for orthognathic
surgery.  Your surgeon can also refer you
to an orthodontist who has experience working with patients who are preparing
for orthognathic surgery if needed.Be well and
good luck!@norrisplastic

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