My lower and upper teeth was in same alignment. I dont have any overbite or whatsoever. Only upper teeth is crowded thats why im wearing a braces. But when i started wearing it, why my upper teeth is suddenly move forward?
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Answer: Why is my overjet getting worse with braces?
Space can easily be achieved by expansion, mechanically thinning the teeth or extraction of permanent teeth. However, there are limits to expansion and IPR to avoid gum recession and bone loss around those teeth. To avoid this, if your crowding is severe, the only way to create space is...
There is a type of braces called Six Month Smiles that is very specifically used to correct minor orthodontic problems. Ask your dentist if you would be a candidate for a limited type of treatment such as this. You could be done in as little as 6 months.
Braces alone will not fix your problems. The reason you have a "gummy smile" is because your upper jaw is underdeveloped. The underdeveloped upper jaw is also the reason why your chin is weak. Your lower jaw is trapped behind an underdeveloped and narrow upper dental arch.There is a relatively...
