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Teeth and jaw alignment.

2017-11-06 22:10:12
Does having protruding teeth change the structure of the face, as in, makes it more wider at the jaw?
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The teeth are placed in the jaw. The position of the jaw determines the position of the teeth. However if your teeth are protruding , they may make your face look prominent from there. You may correct the alignment of your teeth by putting braces. Consult an orthodontist .

Answered2017-11-07 02:19:52

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