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Can Invisalign treat gaps in the bottom row of teeth?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 23 years old and very self-conscious about my teeth. I understand that I have an overbite, which cannot be corrected unless I have jaw surgery. I had braces as a teenager, but they were taken off early, and now my teeth are shifting. I have a gap on the bottom row of teeth and some c... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query, attached file (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and can understand your concern regarding dental health. The gap which is present in your lower left side is very small and can be closed by wearing fixed retainer for 6 to 12... Read Full »
Why do I get teeth shaped indentation on the side of my tongue?
Query: Hi doctor, I always get indentations on the sides of my tongue because of my teeth, and sometimes my tongue gets cut. My middle teeth are crooked. I am attaching photos of my teeth and tongue. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the pictures you have attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity) along with the complaint. The teeth that you have mentioned are said to be out of arch and is called crowding of teeth. The reason behind it is, lack of space for your teeth duri... Read Full »
I have big and crooked front teeth. Can it be corrected using aligners?
Query: Hello doctor,I have long and crooked teeth. My four front teeth are big and two of them are crossed. Can it be made straight and small by aligners?Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The front four teeth which are large and protruding, can be managed using aligners. However, we have to consider all the teeth and then decide on the size of the teeth. Regarding alignment, yes, it is possible. There will be a checkup initially to evaluate the whole... Read Full »
One of my front teeth is a fraction of a millimeter longer than the other. Will teeth trimming help?
Query: Hello doctor, I have invisible braces. One of my front tooth is longer than the other (0.2 to 0.3 mm). The initial plan was to place the tooth higher, but my gumline would look uneven. What do you recommend? Should my dentist trim the tooth by 0.2 to 0.3 mm, or place it higher and hope that the gum ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your query and attachment (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). Therefore, I can understand your concern. If you are using aligners and your treatment is not yet over, you can think of correcting minor leveling issues in the final fi... Read Full »
Will misaligned jaw affect posture and veneering?
Query: Hello doctor,I recently had my veneers done. My teeth are very short and lean inward with extensive wear from protrusive grinding. I also had a very tight contact between front teeth with zero overjet. The veneers came out much longer than my own teeth. I feel discomfort and feel that my lower jaw i... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I can notice mild retroclination or inward inclination of maxillary or upper anteriors. So, ideally, before going for any prosthesis, one should achieve ideal occlusion an... Read Full »
Is it possible to correct crowded teeth without extraction?
Query: Hello doctor, My son has crowded upper and lower teeth. So, I have been to two orthodontists yesterday, and I got different opinions from both of them. One said we do not need to remove any teeth, however, his upper teeth will come little forward and will not cause much deformation in his face. The ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your state of confusion. I have seen the x-ray (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It can be quite difficult to decide. So, I will give you information about both line of orthodontic treatments and the reason behind them. Your son has mild t... Read Full »
Why is permanant teeth coming behind of my daughter's milk teeth?
Query: Hi doctor, I usually check my daughter's teeth as per her local pediatric dentist's suggestion as her front teeth are about to fall. Before three days, everything was normal. When we checked today, we found that the tooth was coming from the backside of the milk tooth. It seems to be very much cross... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The permanent teeth erupt back of the milk teeth. It is normal to cross the milk teeth as they will come in a straight line in one to two years. I request you to please get an image of the involved teeth to see the status of the root whenever you get a clinical check... Read Full »
What is the treatment for midline space between upper front teeth?
Query: Hello doctor, My upper and lower jaw teeth are misaligned. There is 8mm of midline space in the upper front teeth. What will be the probable treatment for this? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It would have been better if you had mentioned your age. For an exact diagnosis and treatment plan, attach a more detailed history and an intraoral picture of your mouth. If you have 8mm of midline diastema (space between the teeth), you usually require orthodontic ... Read Full »
How to straighten teeth without braces or veneers?
Query: Hello doctor, I want straight teeth. I do not want braces or accelerated orthodontics or veneers. And I do not want a retainer. Is there any hope? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The various methods to obtain properly aligned teeth include braces, accelerated orthodontics, veneers, retainers and few others. The suitable method for you can be decided by knowing your age, teeth alignment, gum and jaw bone condition, any parafunctional habits like... Read Full »
How to correct jaw discomfort and bite alignment?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 18 years old. I have jaw discomfort and a misaligned bite. I have not removed my wisdom tooth, and I have a habit of popping the jaw. I usually put my palm over the jaw near my ear, and there will be a pop. I have a gum tissue behind my molar, and I am unable to close my left side o... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Check your temporomandibular joint X-ray first. It sounds like a TMJ problem called a lockjaw. Depending upon the degree of damage, you require treatment. The most common solution is wearing a splint every day to prevent a rough sliding of joints. Since you are 18 years... Read Full »