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Bottom jaw shifted forward
I've recently had a really bad ear infection. I've found it hard to chew down on things. I've just realised that my entire row of bottom teeth have come forward! I used to have a slight overbite but no dentist or peer had ever commented. Now my bottom and top teeth rest on each other. I've googled overbites and underbites and this seems the preferred choice however not if it results in me not being able to chew! Is this a permanent change? Should i go and see a dentist?
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As you are 15 yrs old, all your permanent teeth must have erupted except for wisdom teeth by now. The teeth are may be in a settling stage right now. If you feel your upper and lower front teeth rest on each other while chewing, such a situation is called as Class III malocclusion.
If this is the condition, can be corrected by orthodontic treatment.
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Visit an Orthodontist and explain you concern
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Yes if the problem persists it will completely derange the teeth architecture thereby causing problems related to articulation, phonation, eating etc. You must consult an Orthodontist. You may even Practo consult an Oral Medicine expert to diagnose your condition and discuss the issues in detail.
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