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I was told that the upper jaw is immobile meaning that braces cannot change its position. is it right? or can braces and rubber still change the position of upper jaw?

Q: i was told that the upper jaw is immobile meaning that braces cannot change its position. is it right? or can braces and rubber still change the position of upper jaw?

: Your maxilla is fixed to your skull and can be slightly remodeled but cannot be moved without surgery.

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Your maxilla is fixed to your skull and can be slightly remodeled but cannot be moved without surgery.

Answered 8/23/2022

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A member asked:

I was told that the upper jaw is immobile meaning that braces cannot change its position. is it right? or can braces and rubber still change the position of upper jaw?

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