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Treatment for overcrowded teeth
I suffer from overcrowding of teeth in my upper jaw due to a narrow dental arch but I don't have any severe bite problems though my jaw is misaligned. The treatment I've been suggested requires removal of 4 bicuspids. If i get these removed I will develop a flat face as I already don't have much forward maxillary growth. I want to get a palate expansion (I'm 16) but i may not be able to find a suitable treatment where i live. Is there any other treatment which doesn't require extractions?
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Hello , as per your post and your concern . You need an Orthodontist and fortunately I am one.
It is very common in Orthodontic practise that the patient has to undergo extractions to settle the other teeth in a more appropriate and favourable position . Dear , you are too young to have problems with your bite but u surely will do one you are growing older.
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You must visit an Orthodontist only for your concern and address your doubts to him/her
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An Orthodontist is a dental Special ist who deals In Wires , Braces and the Cosmetic side of Dentistry.
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There may or may not be options. Nothing can be committed without actually seeing the teeth alignment, jaw structure etc. Sorry but cant help you much here cos of lack of Information
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Dr. Nikita Shah
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26 yrs exp
Mumbai
Need to check ,yes need braces
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