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How to fix underbite with plates and elastics and retainer orthodontic treatment?
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Depends,: Some underbites can only be treated with surgery. Some will require extraction and braces . Some underbites are due to just bad alignment of teeth (pseudo cl. Iii) and can be treated with plates.
Answered 11/29/2018
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How to...: How to fix a broken leg with Saran wrap and scotch tape. The choice of appliance is determined by the complexity of the malocclusion. Underbite treatment can be challenging because of skeletal considerations. Please schedule an initial examination with a qualified orthodontic specialist who has the training and experience to properly advise you. Initial exams are usually complimentary.
Answered 2/18/2015
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See an orthodontist: for consultation, records and treatment options. Depending on your situation, your orthodontist will determine how best to fix it.
Answered 10/11/2016
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