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Query: Hello doctor,My son is 9-year-old and in his upper jaw, three of the teeth are protruding outside his mouth. I have met a few orthodontists, some suggest going from headgear first and then braces whereas others suggest going with braces directly. I need help understanding which one will be the best.... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I have gone through your query and OPG (orthopantomogram). Since the patient is of growing age and has permanent teeth, especially canines not fully erupted so it is always better to go for growth modulation therapy first. As to utilize whatever growth is remaining for... Read Full »
I am worried about the development of my lower jaw.Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have a question about the normal development of facial structure of a male going through puberty. I am 17 years old, my height is 5'7" and I weigh 119 pounds. My diet is normal. I am very frail in stature but, that is not what I am worried about. I am worried about the development ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your lower jaw (mandible) might be small due to various reasons. Sometimes, genetic inheritance also can be a reason. By your description it seems you have deficient mandible. In childhood, use of headgear (an extraoral orthodontic appliance) would have done you load... Read Full »