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Premolars were removed before braces on top only lower face feels pulled back and recessed, tendency to shift lower jaw forward what can i do?
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Therapy for Mouth!: Orofacial myofunctioal therapy is like having a "trainer" for your mouth. This type of therapy helps with discomfort or pain disorders of the mouth and jaw. Look for one in your area.
Answered 6/22/2015
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