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Correcting overjet with braces
Recently I have been treated for tmj disorder... After that my orthodontist told me that I need to extract my two upper teeth to correct my malocclusion i.e. overjet problem... But my tmj dentist told me that I should not do any extraction because it can create problem in my tmj again...so I want to know is it possible to correct overjet problem without extraction?
If no then how can I correct my overjet with considering my past tmj problem?
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Tmj disorders are many
Please check up with oral radiologist Get a cbct done
Get tooth extracted for space maintenance in case of orthodontics.
Aligners based on case selection especially Tmj disorders are new technology u can go for that visit nearest orthodontist
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Orthodontic treatment is planned after through analysis and study of your xrays,past history, present clinical problem and conditions.also there are other ways to correct the overjet upto certain extent but it's again depended on various conditions like presence of third molars etc.
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visit an orthodontist so that after your checkup u will be guided to the various ways to treat your teeth
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carry an OPG and lateral cefalogram with you for consultation
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