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I am unable to close my mouth after having power chains. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 18 years old and have been wearing braces for almost two years. I had crooked teeth but did not need any extractions for my treatment. My orthodontist made spaces using springs and brought them out. She gave me a perfect wide smile, and the teeth did not protrude. However, one mon... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on the X-ray attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), your teeth seem to protrude, but your front teeth are alright and do not seem to become lower. Clinical examination will give us a better look and an opportunity to give you the best ... Read Full »
Is surgery needed to correct the protruding upper front teeth?
Query: Hi, doctor,All my teeth are correctly positioned. Only the front four teeth of my upper jaw protrude forward by approximately 6.5 mm. So will I need corrective jaw surgery? Or will braces be quite enough? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. As you mentioned that only the front four teeth of the upper jaw are your main concern, your treatment plan will be made according to it. The other corrections required will also be done, but the priority will be on the front teeth. As per ... Read Full »
Is there any favorable treatment for overjet correction now?
Query: Hello doctor, I had braces for overjet correction some seven years back, but that was not so favorable. Recently I went to another dentist to correct the overjet. But my dentist told me that since I do not have enough space in my upper jaw, I would be unable to correct my overjet forever. Is there a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. You had your initial treatment at the age of 12 years (7 years ago). That time three premolars were extracted, and space closure was done after leveling and alignment. Please answer the following questions. Were you ... Read Full »
I wore braces for the past two years, but my front teeth still seem to be raised. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have had braces for two years, but I am not satisfied with the results. Whenever I ask my orthodontist about it, they say it is normal, but I do not believe it is. Specifically, the front teeth on my lower jaw are raised higher than the other teeth, causing them to be barely visible,... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understood your concern. Yes, you are absolutely correct in expressing your concern about your lower teeth. It appears that you have a deep bite, which means that your lower teeth are not as visible as they should be. There are a couple of re... Read Full »