Posts tagged “bone”

My Teeth Look Bigger After Wearing Braces. Will They Ever Shrink Back?

June 23rd, 2014

Hi there, I have a question to ask. 8 months ago I had my metal braces removed, they’d been on for just over 18 months. Since they’ve been off I’ve noticed that my teeth are a lot bigger as a result, in particular the two teeth at the front. My dentist tells me that this is because of the bone reforming – I was actually worried that my teeth had been pulled away from the gums. Obviously I’m disappointed because I thought after having braces I’d finally be happy with my smile but this makes me feel even worse about my teeth. Will they ever shrink back?

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Dr Raha Sepehrara

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I have bad gum disease and a receding gum line. Can I still get Invisalign?

December 8th, 2010

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I have bad gum disease and a receding gum line, is it still possible to get invisalign aligners?,

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Only after your gum disease ha… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Raha Sepehrara

The Dental Suite
36 Frederick Street, Loughborough Leicester, LE11 3BJ
Web: www.dental-suite.co.uk Tel: 01509 231144

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My teeth feel like they are moving more than they should be, why is this?

April 8th, 2010

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my teeth feel like they are moving more than they should be! my front teeth, they feel loose and i\’m worried about it.. i\’ve had the aligners on for around 6 months now.,

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If you are changing the aligne… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)