Will I be able to fix a shifted midline and overbite without bottom braces? (Photo)

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I got braces to bring down an impacted canine. When I went into this my teeth were straight with a slight overbite on the right side. We had to make space for the canine to come down which shifted my other teeth. Long story short the tooth is now down but my teeth look like that. My midline is way off & the overbite has increased. Currently my ortho is trying to close 2 gaps that formed but my question is this..can all this be fixed without bottom braces? If so, what can i expect? Thank you!

Ira Shapira, DDS · Answer

When I look at the picture it appears your chin and lower jaw are also displaced.  the orthodontist did you a great favor moving the canine into place.I would suggest that the crossbite is the primary problem and it appears you are positioning your jaw for function.  You also appear to have a cant on your maxilla (upper jaw)I would remove the braces and consider either Rapid Maxilary Expansion with a surgical assist to widen the maxilla or using the DNA Appliance.Both methods will result in a full wide smile and a much more stable bite.  My question is are you currently experiencing TMJoint clicking, popping or pain.  The current bite could result in jaw pain, facial pain, headaches, migraines and other problems.The DNA Appliance also improves your nasopharyngeal airway and can reduce and eliminate snoring and /or sleep apnea.  Ira L Shapira DDSDiplomate, American Board of Dental Sleep MedicineDiplomat, American Academy of Pain ManagementRegent and Fellow, International College of CranioMandibular OrthopedicsCertified DNA Appliance ProviderChair, Alliance of TMD Organizations

Jared R. Gianquinto, DMD, MS - Account Suspended · Answer

If your teeth were decently aligned with a slight overbite (technically we orthodontists call it overjet) prior to making space for your impacted canine, an increase in overjet would be expected once it is brought into the arch. Impacted teeth usually present with midline discrepancies and other issues in achieving bite correction. It is highly unlikely that an ideal result can be achieved without lower braces as well. Be sure to discuss your concerns with your orthodontist. Good communication and clear expectations of treatment goals ensure the best results. Hope this helps!Dr. G

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