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 of my lower jaw.
- It seems extremely small for my face and to me it seems like a problem.
- That is not only a very unattractive feature, but also seems unhealthy in a way.
- I had braces for a year and a half but, that did nothing.
- I am not sure if it is genetic or if it is a disease but, my jaw seems to be to small for the structure of my face.
- I am in deep need of help to further understand why is this happening as I grow and I was wondering if I could do anything to fix it without surgery.
- I feel like it is a problem and it is a flaw and I have been wondering this question for quite a while.
The sources I read lack information and contain uncertainties. Please explain.
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 loads of good.
- Deficient mandible usually can only be corrected by surgery at your age.
- Surgery can be done aesthetically without any extra oral scars.
- Post some photos of the facial profile, for a better treatment plan.
Consult a dentist online for further investigations and follow up --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/dentist
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