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Is it possible to close molar gap 1 year after extraction with braces?

nikenkillianNov 2, 2017
I am 39 yo, I have tooth extraction last year due to really bad decay, all on top teeth ,tooth number #3, #13 and #14, dentist suggest partial denture, i did not do it, is it possible to move the molar forward to close the gap on tooth #3 (i have tooth #1 and #2) and #14 (i have #15) , leave the gap in #13 for mini implant later. thank you so much for your help.

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Dr. Jenny Sun, DDS
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Answered on Nov 3, 2017
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Hi! Since, it's only been 4 months, it's possible that your orthodontist has not started closing the spaces yet. The first wire usually works out the rotated teeth, and severe crowding. But I would mention that the gaps really bother you during your next visit, so your orthodontist can start...

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Hi!  Braces can definitely correct the alignment of your upper teeth, and make your smile fuller and more symmetric. Although I can’t see your lower teeth, but from your profile view, your lower lip curls under your upper teeth, which most likely result in severe crowding of the lower t...

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I treat TMJ and Sleep Apnea patients many made worse by "4 on the floor"  bicuspid amputations.  The DNA Applaivnce and Epigenetic orthopedics/ orthodontics can grow the space needed to avoid extractions.Ira L Shapira DDS, D,ABDSM, D,AAPM, FICCMOPast Chair, Alliance of TMD O...

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