My parents decided to remove my bicuspids at the suggestion of our dentist (huge mistake, in my opinion, but I was a child when it happened). I just had lingual braces put on at the beginning of September. Is my awkward, small smile a result of the bicuspid removal OR are my lips and "open smile area" just naturally small? I notice that when I smile, my lips don't open as wide as most. Will my braces help this? Should I get implants? Will my lips part more if I do? What will help? Thanks!!
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U have V shaped arch so best option is aligner treatment. because in yr case change in arch form is must [from V to U]. and that is not possible only with veneer.
We completely understand the limitations you feel because of your teeth. We see it every day. From what you describe and based on your concerns the following may apply to you: You could aesthetically enhance your smile with crowns or veneers. Not only will this fix the chip but it will address ...
Crooked smiles can be the result of many causes. One of the most common, which by the way is often not recognized by dentists, is damage to the Temporomandibular Joint(s) (TMJ) causing Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD). In this situation the growth plate on the higher side would be damaged...
