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Slanting Teeth

Asymmetrical teeth could be slanted inward or outward and cause you to be really self-conscious. Apart from this, they could also be related to other problems in your oral cavity. It is advisable to consult a dentist to get it corrected as in most cases, non-invasive treatments are available.

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Why are my teeth shifting after wisdom tooth extraction?

Query: Hello doctor,If I get my wisdom teeth extracted, do my second molars shift in that empty spot?  Read Full »


Dr. Muzaffer Hussain Parray

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. No, it will not shift to the empty space, but it might tilt and that too very little. Because the third molar is vestigial. If you have any associated problem with the third molar you can extract it. If you do not have any problem, do not remove it. In case you have any...  Read Full »

Can my slanted teeth and asymmetrical smile be corrected with braces?

Query: Hello doctor,I have slanted teeth and an asymmetrical smile. Can that be corrected with braces? I have been wearing braces for two months. Because of asymmetry, my face looks ugly.  Read Full »


Dr. Ummah Mohammad

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am glad that you have started treatment at the right time. Be ensured that your issue will definitely be resolved. Braces or orthodontic treatment surely help in correcting asymmetrical jaws or teeth. You can ask your dentist, or you can only compare the X-rays tak...  Read Full »

What can be done for slanting teeth after ortho treatment?

Query: Hello doctor, I am nearly two years into my orthodontic treatment to correct overcrowding and midline correction. Although I am really concerned as my face seems to look really asymmetrical and my teeth are slanting, I feel really self-conscious about it. I feel it is something my orthodontist not c...  Read Full »


Dr. Prerna Jain

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your teeth are almost aligned and from the front aspect, it looks like it is near completion (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Since I cannot see the teeth in the back region, I will address your concerns from the front aspect. You are right in your obser...  Read Full »

I have a slanted wisdom tooth pushing against my second molar. Kindly help.

Query: Hello doctor, I have a wisdom tooth growing slanted, as it is pushing against my molar, and I have not been able to get it out yet. I just noticed that the swelling on my gums (my dentist is already aware of swelling) has a cut now that is red, and a part of it is a little gray. It does not hurt unl...  Read Full »


Dr. Purva Jingar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. The wisdom tooth is the problem. The cut and swelling are due to the wisdom tooth only. However, it may harm you as it will infect the molar near it, and there will be a cavity in the future, and the only option for...  Read Full »

How can slanting of teeth even after invisalign treatment be corrected?

Query: Hi doctor, I have been dealing with an uneven bite since my last invisalign treatment 4 to 5 years ago. My bite feels slanted and the right side of my teeth do not touch initially when biting down. Overall, my teeth look fine other than the slant in my bite. I was wondering how long would treatment...  Read Full »


Dr. Iyer Parth Laxminarayan

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I appreciate and thank you for nice pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Yes, the bite is (open) irregular, uneven and some of the teeth are still rotated or tilted. To conclude the result is not as expected. Usually...  Read Full »

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