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How to correct disordered teeth?
Query: Hi doctor, I have disordered tooth alignment. What can be done to correct them? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I had taken a look at your X-ray. You have got all the permanent teeth which are to be present at this age, and this is perfect. The haphazard alignment is something widespread and can ... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,My orthodontist advised the removal of the front lower teeth to segregate the alignment. I would like to send you the photographs. Kindly suggest if it is necessary.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Removing one tooth from the lower arch according to the orthodontist may correct the problem. But, it can only get worse. The patient has a condition called class II division 2 malocclusion where her upper front teeth are inclined toward... Read Full »
I noticed recently that one of my middle teeth is out of line. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, I just got my braces off a few days ago, and I have been wearing my top retainer faithfully. I got a fixed retainer on the bottom front teeth, but they are only glued on by the two ends, not on each tooth. I noticed recently that one of the middle tooth is out of line from the rest, bu... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you described the lower retainer is fixed to only two teeth, the other teeth are free to move forward or rotate. It is common in such cases that the teeth do tend to move back to their previous positions. I would recommend you make an appointment with the orthodont... Read Full »
I do not wear my twin block appliance during meals. How long should I wear it?
Query: Hello doctor,How much longer will I need to wear a twin block appliance if I do not wear it only while eating meals compared to wearing it the whole day? I do not engage in contact sports or swimming, but I brush my teeth at least three times a day.Thank you Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Twin blocks are removable appliances used to correct the position of the lower jaw. They maintain the jaw in a forward position, forcing the muscles to stretch and adapt to the new alignment. For faster muscle adaptation, it is important to wear the appliance consistentl... Read Full »
How do I check if my teeth are correctly aligned?
Query: Hello doctor, I am in the last month of my orthodontic treatment and wanted to check if my teeth are properly aligned before removing the braces. I am not satisfied with the treatment and wanted to check my tooth alignment. How do I cross-check if my teeth are correctly aligned? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. An important assessment to check the alignment of the teeth is self-assessment. You should check yourself in the mirror and see the various features, such as how your teeth look and how your smile looks now, and compare them with how they used to look before the trea... Read Full »
Why is my front tooth uneven even after treatment completion?
Query: Hello doctor, One of my front teeth is lower than the other and my orthodontist told me I am getting my braces off tomorrow. What should I do? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please ask your dentist to take this into consideration. If there is only 0.5 mm difference or very negligible then ask him to level it off by slicing the tooth a bit. But if it is prominently below the level of occlusion then he must reposition the bracket and give it so... Read Full »
Can teeth be molded to reduce the gaps between them? Please let me know.
Query: Hello doctor, Can teeth be molded to reduce the gaps between them? Please let me know. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am here to help you get the best medical advice. Yes, teeth can be shaped to reduce the gap between two teeth by various methods. The treatment option depends on the location and width of the gap. I hope I have answered your question. If you have any further... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I am 19 years old, and my teeth are not aligned properly. I have tried Invisalign for three years, and they are not working. I wanted to know if there is any procedure or surgery that I can do to get my teeth straightened as soon as possible without braces or aligners. I do not really ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please attach a clear picture of your front and side profile and also the teeth to help in assessing your case. If you are not willing to go for braces, then for quick treatment, you may consider putting ceramic veneers for the front teeth, which may be possible in s... Read Full »
I have had braces for over five years, which seem to damage my teeth. How to fix it?
Query: Hello doctor, I have had braces for over five years, which seem to be damaging my teeth. I want to know my current condition and how to fix it. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Based on the current stage photo (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), you have canted occlusion, meaning one side of the teeth is at a different horizontal level than the other side of the same ja... Read Full »
I ordered a set of aligners to correct my smile. Will it help?
Query: Hello doctor, I want to make sure my treatment is safe. I ordered aligners, and they came in with how they will change my smile. I want to make sure it is safe for my teeth. I was given a treatment plan, and I would like to show you how it will fix my teeth, but I want to make sure it is safe and co... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is not advisable to get any changes done by any appliances without the supervision or guidance of a certified orthodontist. Please make sure you are getting your treatment progress monitored. Thank you. Read Full »