Extractions: If a patient has a tooth size to bone size discrepancy, no matter the age, tooth extraction may be necessary to be able to arrange the other teeth into the best possible alignment for function, stability, and esthetics. See anorthodontist for initial examination (often free) and an opinion as to whether extractions will be necessary to resolve your particular malocclusion.
Answered 12/20/2013
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Of course: Extracting teeth to relieve overcrowding is a very common at any age. Any promise that treatment can be completed without extractions, especially before an assessment has been completed, should be regarded with considerable caution. See an orthodontist for evaluation and imaging.
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