I need help. My dentist said my jaw is too small for braces. (Photo)

Question

well according to my mother it was always said by my dentists that my jaw was too small for braces and i really need braces like asap but it could never happen and that always ugh got me mad but i just wanted to know what it means and the alignment of my teeth and why its like that

Robert Waxler, DMD, MS · Answer

never heard of such a thing!All I can think of is that your doctor is one who doesn't think anyone should ever have teeth extracted so he/she can't figure out how to align all of your teeth into your small mouth. Small mouths and big teeth sometimes means extractions....but braces will work even with a small mouth!

Natwarlal Tibrewal, BDS · Answer

Hi, from the photos it does seem that you have a small jaw size to the amount of tooth material in your mouth. It can only be correctly determined after a thorough evaluation. But no jaw is too small for braces. In my opinion, if your dentist does not offer you to correct this situation, you can always visit someone else for a second/third opinion.

I need help. My dentist said my jaw is too small for braces. (Photo)

Answers (2)

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Braces

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

I need help. My dentist said my jaw is too small for braces. (Photo)

Answers (2)

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Braces

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.