also if u can answer htis q...
since ive had the overbite so long my lower lip has that fold between it and the chin except its really deep any advice?
2007-04-02 07:40:16 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Dental
IF YOUR OVERBITE IS OF SKELETAL CAUSE THEN ONLY SURGERY WILL REPAIR IT. YOUR ORTHODONTIST SHOULD HAVE REALIZED THIS BEFORE HE DID THE BRACES.
AT THIS POINT YOU MAY WISH TO CONTACT A DENTAL SCHOOL WHERE ORAL SURGEONS ARE RECEIVING TRAINING TO PERFORM COMPLICATED PROCEDURES. THE ADVANTAGE FOR YOU WOULD BE THAT THE COST WOULD BE MORE REASONABLE THAN PRIVATE ORAL SURGEONS.
2007-04-02 08:29:49 · answer #1 · answered by Dr. Albert, DDS, (USA) 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You are not entirely finished growing yet. It is possible that another round of orthodontics, or surgery, may correct the problem some time in the near future.
Start saving now, and in the mean time, your parents may want to contact a dental school, or perhaps a private charity that helps minors with surgical procedures. If it is affecting your speech or shape of your face, you might be eligible for help.
2007-04-02 15:19:53 · answer #2 · answered by emmalue 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jaw surgery is the only way to fix such an extreme overbite. If you have insurance (you must since you had braces), talk to your dentist and see if there is a way to get a discount on the surgery or if there is anything else he/she can recommend.
2007-04-02 14:49:03 · answer #3 · answered by Go Bears! 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sorry honey, jaw surgery is the only way.
2007-04-02 15:16:10 · answer #4 · answered by OustFantastic 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i'm sorry to say this but as they been telling you jaw surgery its the only think that will help..
2007-04-02 16:23:15 · answer #5 · answered by Nancy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋