I have a very small mouth. The width of my mouth is very small as well, which makes me extremely unhappy. Is oral commissuroplasty necessary to get the results I want? Also, when I open my mouth, it is very small. Sorry, I don't have any pictures. Thank you.
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March 18, 2013
Answer: Procedures For Wider Lips and Bigger Mouth
I have never had that question expressed in that way. Are your teeth too big (as in Joe Biden) or is your full smile to broad vertically and horizontally. Large teeth can be reduced some by Veneers or Contouring. For a large smile, your only option is to use your facial muscles to your advantage...
There in no question that moving the lateral (side) teeth "out" and the front teeth "in" will make the two front teeth seem less prominent and will look smaller. You will have to have full orthodontics because the lower teeth need to be aligned to achieve the movement of the upper...
Sounds like you are a well informed patient. I would not recommed feldspathic on an implant abutment because it is brittle and will likely break over time. Feldspathic needs the bond to tooth structure (mostly enamel) for its strength. A zirconia abutment just does not bond to feldspathic...
