For some patients, "Teamwork" between the Dentist and Orthodontist is necessary to achieve the desired result. The following photos demonstrate using Orthodontic Treatment in conjunction with Cosmetic Dentistry to create that "Winning Smile"!
Severe Underbite
Underbite correction that required orthognathic surgery combined with orthodontic treatment.
Severe Crowding
Severe crowding and end on bite required the removal of teeth to accomplish a wonderful result.
Severe Overbite
A Herbst appliance was utilized to correct this severe overbite.
Severe crowding and extra teeth
Severe crowding due to this patient having 2 extra teeth was corrected by removing the extra teeth and orthodontic treatment.
Profile improvement
The dramatic improvement of this patients profile was accomplished with removal of teeth and orthodontic treatment.
Jaw surgery and rhinoplasty
This treatment required orthodontic treatment to straighten the teeth, orthognathic surgery to move the lower jaw forward and a rhinoplasty (nose surgery).
Severe spacing
The crossbite of the side teeth and the gap between the front teeth was corrected with an expander and braces.
Severe open bite
This severe open bite was corrected with braces and has remained stable for over 4 years.
Severe spacing from tongue thrusting
This patients spacing was caused by a severe tongue thrust and an extra tooth (bridge) was placed to hide the large gap. The bridge was removed and all the spaces closed.
Severe rotations
Severe rotations of the front teeth were corrected with braces.
Severe underbite
Anterior crossbite was corrected with braces and a headgear. No surgery was needed to correct this severe underbite.