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Suggest Treatment For Lip Injury Caused By An Overbite
Question: I have an overbite. It really bothers me because I constantly injure the inside of my lower lips and I have a really weird resting face. I am 18 and want to know if I must get surgery to fix my overbite or braces will be just fine. Thank you.
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello & thank you for submitting your question.
I am sorry that your overbite is causing you discomfort with your physical appearance. This is definitely a condition that may be improved after consultation with a surgeon. It would be very reasonable to see an oral maxillofacial surgeon for their assessment and suggestions.
Major surgery may not be needed and minor intervention is a possibility; however, this would be determined by the professional opinion of the surgeon.
I am sure that after you seek treatment, you will be feeling more confident about the possibilities of modifying this condition.
Sincerely,
Dr Galamaga
Considerations
Detailed Answer:
Hello & thank you for submitting your question.
I am sorry that your overbite is causing you discomfort with your physical appearance. This is definitely a condition that may be improved after consultation with a surgeon. It would be very reasonable to see an oral maxillofacial surgeon for their assessment and suggestions.
Major surgery may not be needed and minor intervention is a possibility; however, this would be determined by the professional opinion of the surgeon.
I am sure that after you seek treatment, you will be feeling more confident about the possibilities of modifying this condition.
Sincerely,
Dr Galamaga
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