I have braces on for about 2 years. My midline is off and I consulted my orthodontist. He said that he could do IPR to fix it but it will cut off my enamel and make it more sensitive. Should I do it? Do you think my braces ready to be taken off? My braces are taken off next month. Should I ask for him to file my teeth? Thank you.
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January 18, 2017
Answer: Midline correction is often not beneficial
Congratulations on being close to finishing your orthodontic treatment! Since you have concerns, I recommend that you talk to your Orthodontist before having the braces removed. It is difficult to assess your overall treatment progress from the pictures, but it appears that the concerns you have...
If you had full or comprehensive treatment there should be no spaces left in this location.
Your orthodontists works for you. He/she should only take the braces off when you are both satisfied that the job is complete and the best possible outcome has been achieved....
Noticeable bite changes such as the ones you are describing can come from several different causes. Tongue thrusts or bite shifting after dental work or trauma are two common ones. Less common causes are changes to the jaw structure from clenching or grinding or possibly arthritic...
