I do not want to ruin my teeth or create a bigger gap...or start something that I would have to forever maintain by re-bonding. At the same time, I do not mind spending more on Fast Braces to push the two lower teeth together. My only concern is that while I have never had braces, I am not certain how braces would fix a black triangle..the teeth are together, already.
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Looks like you need finishing improvements before your braces should be removed. Be sure to voice your concerns to the treating dentist at your next visit.
You are correct when you notice facial changes after bicuspid extraction orthodontics. I have written extensively on this subject; if you are interested, you can read more on my website. Generally speaking, bicuspid extraction orthodontics will cause a long narrow face, flattening of the ...
A quick look at your pictures leads me to believe you probably have a tongue thrust of tongue protected swallow. The position of the tongue prevents teeth from properly aligning themselves. Orthodontics without correction of tongue posture will likely relapse!Oral Myofunctional Therapy may a...
