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Subject: Re: Unusual question...

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Gail

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Date Posted: 09:22:20 07/08/04 Thu
In reply to: Melody 's message, "Unusual question..." on 19:58:50 07/07/04 Wed

>They usually use rubber bands to correct a bite and/or midline. This generally occurs during mid to end of your treatment I think. The rubber bands do miracles, but just ask your Ortho about your concerns. I'm sure he/she is aware of it.

I have had braces for 8 days now, and one of the
>things being corrected is my midline. The top is way
>off to my left, and the bottom is off to my right.
>The odd thing is that when I open my mouth wide, my
>whole lower jaw looks shifted off to my right, like my
>chin and my whole lower arch are off center and
>pointed slightly to my right. I just wondered if
>braces will correct this? Should I mention this to
>the ortho tomorrow, or is he probably aware of it? (I
>don't want to seem silly) Any input would be
>appreciated. BTW, I just happened to notice this when
>I was taking digital pictures of my mouth to document
>my treatment. (It's amazing what you can see in those
>close-ups!!!)
>
>Thanks all...

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