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Reply With QuoteWhat's strange is that your front teeth don't look like they are protruding from the 1st, 2nd, and 5th pics. But they do look like they protrude a bit from the pics you take from the side of your face.
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So I've posted here before, but decided to post up pictures so that I'll be clear
After about a year straightening my teeth, my orthodontist said my teeth are pretty okay now except for the fact that my front teeth are still protruding, and told me I need to decide if I want to extract 4 teeth to push them back.
So do you guys think its really necessary for me to get teeth pulled? My front teeth are the only thing that's protruding, and I'm scared that if I do get extractions it'll be pushed far back. I don't have that much crowding anymore so I think it'll take a bit of retraction to close the gaps.
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What's strange is that your front teeth don't look like they are protruding from the 1st, 2nd, and 5th pics. But they do look like they protrude a bit from the pics you take from the side of your face.
He wants to extract 4 teeth from the top only? Or 2 on top, and 2 on bottom?
I agree with villain6 - the protrusion is more visible from the side. This is just my opinion, but it if were me (and it kinda is me, because I'm being treated for an overjet, myself), I would double-check with them on the number of extractions needed. They don't seem to protrude THAT much, but if it wouldn't cause a "sunken in" appearance, I'd probably go through with the extractions (if it was only 2 on top. If it was 4 on top... NO WAY!)
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Thanks for the feedbacks!
My orthodontist wants the 1st premolars removed. So thats 2 on top and 2 on the bottom. The "sunken in" appearance is what I'm most concerned about. I'll definitely ask him if there's an alternative to getting teeth pulled though, still kinda reluctant about it.
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Personally, I don't think it's worth it. I think you look just fine.
My braces procedure: 14 Months braces, 15 days retainers (While they build my twinblock), 8 months twinblocks, night retainer forever.
I'm currently on: 8 months twinblocks
Junior Member
I would go for extractions- you have a chance to get your teeth looking perfect. But I understand your fear regarding the sunken in look, you could always chat with your ortho to see what soft tissue changes he expects to see.
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i think it looks good no body can notice them but u
but if searching for the perfect bite or perfect teeth ...then do it
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