Question
When it comes to correcting an overjet, sometimes IPR and teeth shaving is required in order to create spaces and push the teeth in.
Think of your teeth as the hard underlying structure supporting your lips. So when it comes to changing face shape, correcting an overjet via IPR may change your side profile, your lips may look more relaxed, and less protruded since the supporting structure ie your teeth are being shifted in. Hope this helps and feel free to reach out!
Regards,
Dr Beth
You have asked a very interesting question and I am afraid the answer is yes and no! I will try to explain it as best I can. Braces CAN change profiles: Braces can change profiles only when the orthodontists and the patient plan to get it changed from the START of the treatment. A good example is when patients complain that when taking photographs, they notice that their side profile is sticking out and they have a very full smile (most patients use the terms, I look like a horse!) In this case, braces can help to retract the teeth to allow the patient to have a softer, gentler profile.
It is better to get your braces done first before your crown. This is because the tooth and gum position will move and it may affect the final crown work. The crown surface may also be damaged during braces work (risk is small) which means that you may need a new crown after braces. If you want to be treated with subsidy you will need a polyclinic referral letter. However please note that there are no subsidies for any orthodontic treatment. You can be seen by the postgraduate students at NUS for a slightly reduced price for braces if you wanted to.
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