I was diagnosed with an open bite and have some crowding. I'm 21 years old and have a recessed chin and a somewhat long face. Can the open bite and recessed chin be corrected with only braces+extractions at my age? This young girl had a more severe open bite but her bite and profile was corrected with braces and extractions.
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October 6, 2018
Answer: Growth Helps a Recessed Chin Not Extractions
I think you can avoid surgery. If one orthodontists says you need it, go to another. There is nothing wrong with getting a few opinions. Orthodontist usually don't charge for that.
I think I would have to see your smile to know what could be done to improve it. Feel free to post a picture, otherwise you should go see an orthodontist and maybe an oral surgeon
Uncontrolled flaring and numerous other compromises with the tenets of facial aesthetics is pretty common with the 6 Month Smiles gimmick. Really the best way to correct bad orthodontics like this is to share your experience through social media and word of mouth to save others from your plight....