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Do I need surgery for my crossbite?
I have a crossbite and some gaps in my teeth. It’s made me self conscious and it’s uncomfortable. I think I may have TMJ. Im wondering if there’s anyway that an expander could fix my bite without having to have surgery
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Hi.. Tmj is not a disorder.. It's a the name of the joint.. It's better u consider visiting an Orthodontist for the same.. As in some situations we can close the gaps without a surgery..
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Don't decide on surgery.. Some things can be done simpler.. Tc
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Usually in these types of cases,a surgery is required.
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