Does wearing a retainer overtime make your face more symmetrical?

You can bring your upper teeth down with braces, but I really need to see a smiling pic to show where you are right now as well as xrays.  That pic looks like you're relaxing and not smiling.  You also need to be careful in that as you bring your smiling teeth down, the gum level comes...

Hello, Thanks for your question. Simple answer, NO, permanent retainers do nt prevent growth, either on the maxilla or in the mandible.Thanks again!!!

Hello, Thanks for your question. Braces will align the teeth, making them straight. The cause of the excessive overjet is because your lower jaw is smaller than usual . As the Orthodontist pointed out the only way to correct it is by performing jaw advancement surgery.  It is up to you to...

HelloThanks for your question. The appliance is called "Nance holding arch". It is used by orthodontist in order to maximize their anchorage ( the resistance to unwanted movement of posterior teeth).Great question and best of luck!

Much of my dental practice is involved in undoing the ill effects of bicuspid extraction orthodontics. YES, when you extract bicuspids before doing braces you will OFTEN adversely change the appearance of the patient's face. Taking bicuspids out to relieve dental crowding will make the patient's...

Retainers are necessary to keep your teeth in good alignments. Failure to wear retainers will result in your teeth moving!Typically the cost of a retainer is not very expensive, and often very affordable. Insurances typically don't cover the cost of a retainer anyways. I would call your previous...