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My teeths need to be straightened .
I want to get braces but I have already crossed the age of 12
and I am 17 yrs old . My
orthodontist says that treatment would not be guaranteed as only 30% growth of the teeth is left and if he continues to do the treatment many facial changes would occur and even my face could be damaged .
I just want to ask that will braces be sufficient for straightening my teeth or I will require any surgical treatment and a lot of doctor care .
I just want to inform that my teeths and gums are in a healthy condition and strong enough .
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Iregularity of teeth can be due to improper growth of jaws or by improper alignment of teeth within the jaw. Improper growth of jaws can be done only during growth stages, mostly less than 13 years but alignment of teeth can be done at any age with braces treatment. Facial changes will improve with properly planned braces treatment.
Please consult an Orthodontist ( braces specialist) for this.
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Hi , u can get ur orthodontic treatment ....consult ur dentist ...
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yes you can go for orthotreatment ...this will straighten your teeth.nothing will harm your gums and teeth. I agree, little bit facial changes may occur but in a positive way .
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consut nearby dentist .
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As diagnosed and prognosis said and done by your orthodontist
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Dr. Aarti Mohta
Dentist
21 yrs exp
Nagpur
You can go for orthodontic treatment but will have to take care about the gum and teeth health. As there are movements in the teeth and bone during the treatment. If your maintenance and treatment goes according to the plan of the orthodontist you will have no issues
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