Visible lower teeth when opening mouth - can I change it? (photos)

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I hate that when I open my mouth, you can see my lower teeth only, not my upper teeth. When I'm talking, you can only see a tiny bit of the upper teeth, mostly lower. I'd like it to be more like it is in the picture, but I don't know what procedure(s) could be done to change it. Thank you!

Kathy Frazar, DDS, FAGD · Answer

I would recommend an evaluation by a dentist who does cosmetic cases and understands the facial cosmetics as well. This may be an alignment issue where the back teeth can be moved to open the front teeth more for better visibility.  It could be the teeth are smaller. It could also be the facial muscles and lips need to be lifted with a liquid facelift procedure or Botox. All of these factors should be looked at.

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:It is difficult to tell you what to do without a photo.  However one can make their teeth longer to cover their bottom teeth in two ways:1.  Braces by extruding the teeth2.  Veneers and crowns.If you like the color and shape of your upper teeth Option number one is the best, if you would like to also improve the color dramatically and change the shape of your teeth option number 2 might be better.I suggest you consult an orthodontist and an expert cosmetic dentist with regards to both of the above options.Best of Luck!

Supriya Verma, DMD, FAGD · Answer

Every Persons case is unique and needs individual attention as there are many factors involved.  I would suggest finding a dentist that you can talk to about your concerns and have them addressed.  In general, when bottom teeth show when talking there could be a misalignment of your teeth and/or bite.  Invisalign is a good way to move teeth in the proper position for optimum function as well as improving aesthetics.  Hope that helps!

German Arzate, DDS - Account Suspended · Answer

you need to have a complete study, of how the teeth are, related with the tissues around, also the height of the smile, there are several methods, and procedures, that can be done, braces, could be one of the options, and the other could be veneers, you will be able to change , shape, size and even color.

Visible lower teeth when opening mouth - can I change it? (photos)

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