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Medical Conditions - Orthodontic Relapse

Orthodontic relapse is when the tooth shifts to an unfavorable position after completing orthodontic alignment. It can be due to growth or genetic factor. But when the regression is higher, then retreatment may be required. Following strict retention protocols can reduce the risk of orthodontic relapse.

All orthodontic relapse Q&A

Bent teeth returning after ortho treatment. What now?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Removing upper premolars is a part of orthodontic treatment if space requirements make it mandatory. This is done to take back your forwardly placed front teeth.

Can removing of the braces move my teeth back in the same position?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Hope you are doing well. Sorry to hear about wire poking you. As you will be off your braces in two days and have removed the wire, it should not change much.

Can gaps in teeth exist even after getting braces?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. Firstly, a physiologic space between front teeth is known as midline diastema.

How to correct overbite relapse after braces removal?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. As per your description, there is a relapse of overbite.

Can rebracing treat the orthodontic relapse caused after removing a permanent retainer?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Yes, you can get the particular segment of teeth re-braced and later a permanent retainer.

What will be the treatment for my misaligned front teeth?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The probable cause for your dental problem is Angle's malocclusion (maybe class II division 1 or 2).

Is orthodontic expansion possible after premolar extractions?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I fully understand your case. You mentioned your interest in using a Hyrax expander and fixed orthodontic appliances for your treatment.

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Is it acceptable not to wear my retainer for a few weeks after five years of orthodontic treatment?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. After that, we generally taper down the retainer, and the patient can stop using it after one and a half years to one year and nine months.

Does having an Essix retainer on the upper front teeth affect other teeth badly?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The retainer will not badly affect other teeth.

Is orthodontic facial profile restoration possible after extraction?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Although I cannot say much without actually seeing and examining your case, you cannot go back to your previous state before extraction.

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