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What are my options to bring my lower jaw forward after orthodontic treatment. Please suggest what can I do.

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I had braces where my upper premolars were removed to bring my upper teeth backwards. My lower jaw still reclines way too much when I bite. I have aligned teeth but still want my lower jaw to be brought forward. Doing so, will it cause my teeth to collide, what are my options?

Answered by Dr. Achanta Krishna Swaroop

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Krishna Swaroop Achanta is a Dental Surgeon specializing in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Implantology. His expertise includes reconstructive and cosmetic surgery of the face, management of facial trauma, and treatment of conditions affecting the oral cavity, jaws, head, and neck. He is dedicated to delivering advanced dental and surgical care with precision and compassion.

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The MARA appliance (mandibular anterior repositioning appliance) or the orthognathic surgery may be needed depending on your bite for repositioning of your lower teeth to upper jaw alignment. Most of the time, orthodontic treatment is not sufficient alone. You will need the surgeon's opinion in your case so I can explore in detail the treatment plan because, as you said, it should not be an end-to-end bite. There are also other options only for repositioning the teeth as you have shared (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). I can explain it to you in detail if you follow up regarding the history of your dental treatment. Regards.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Sneha Kannan
Published At February 28, 2022
Reviewed At June 20, 2024

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Krishna Swaroop Achanta is a Dental Surgeon specializing in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Implantology. His expertise includes reconstructive and cosmetic surgery of the face, management of facial trauma, and treatment of conditions affecting the oral cavity, jaws, head, and neck. He is dedicated to delivering advanced dental and surgical care with precision and compassion.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sneha Kannan is a skilled Dental Surgeon with expertise in providing general dental care, including scaling, fillings, and preventive treatments. She does oral surgery procedures such as extractions and minor surgical interventions. She does procedures in restorative dentistry, including crowns, bridges, and dentures. She is an expert in doing endodontic treatments such as root canal therapy. She is well-versed in doing procedures in cosmetic dentistry, including teeth whitening and smile correction. She can provide pediatric dental care for children’s oral health and preventive treatments. She promotes oral hygiene awareness and preventive dental practices.  

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Krishna Swaroop Achanta is a Dental Surgeon specializing in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Implantology. His expertise includes reconstructive and cosmetic surgery of the face, management of facial trauma, and treatment of conditions affecting the oral cavity, jaws, head, and neck. He is dedicated to delivering advanced dental and surgical care with precision and compassion.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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