The development of the jaw in children has very little genetic influence. Although by the age of 6 years the development of the jaw is almost 80 %, however, the growth of the lower jaw is significantly prominent at the age of 16 to 20 years. Both upper and lower jaw growth differs from each other. For instance, the lower jaw growth is twice the upper jaw growth.
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My newborn has Pierre Robin syndrome. Please suggest.
Query: Hello doctor, My baby is 5 days old and is suffering from Pierre Robin syndrome. Kindly advice. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Pierre Robin syndrome consists of the following defects mostly: Mandibular hypoplasia - retarded growth of the lower jaw. Cleft palate - birth defect of the palate. Airway obstruction. Kindly let us know what all defects your baby has at present and what... Read Full »
Will changing the eating habits cure receding jaw?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a young teenager who has a receding jaw and I am wondering if changing my eating habits might relocate my lower jaw. I used to have poor eating habits. I ate too fast and I did not chew much. My older brother's jaw is fine. Will changing my eating habits cure my jaw? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You need to check if you chew one side or use both sides equally. Second what you think is jaw receding, sometimes it is a malocclusion which is associated with jaw disorientation. If your lower jaw is lo... 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 »
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