I used to have braces. I had an underbite and I didn't wear my retainer and now my jaw has shifted back. (Photo)

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My retainers still fit they're just tight but my jaw has shifted if I wear my retainers will that help at all or do I need braces again?

Marissa Clemente, DDS · Answer

Hello Thank you for the photos. Retreating your case is dependent on a couple of factors. Your age, when the braces were removed, how long the retainers have not been worn and what you looked like before the braces.  If you are still in your teens you still may be growing in which it is best to wait till after growth, for girls growth stops between 17-22, before retreating your case.  What I would be looking for is your lower jaw growth.  However looking at your retainers fit they seem to not fit well, air spaces.  I suggest you wear them full time for 2-4 weeks and see if there is improvement.  If new treatment is indicated and your bite doesn't change too much you can use Invisalign and probably be 9-12 month treatment time.  Hopefully this helps.  Dr. Clemente

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