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Facial asymmetry-left side thinner. chewing & sleeping w/ right side for past yr after removing left impacted wisdom tooth. could this be the reason?
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Favoring right side: Could cause the chewing muscles on this side to develop more, but is usually subtle. Good idea to check into the reason why you are not able to chew in more balanced fashion.
Answered 12/3/2013
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Probably not: You need to see an Orthodontist and an Oral Surgeon for asymmetry management. Ask your Dentist to recommend practitioners in your area.
Answered 9/28/2016
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