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    Hey.

    I'm worried about certain things about my teeth and i really need some help and guidance.

    My teeth arent all that bad, apart from 2/3 - I do not have any top Canines (Both are growing towards my front teeth at an angle) so i currently have 2 gaps. With dents my self confidence quite a lot. The other tooth is currently rotated, which is on my right side at the top inbetween where my canine should be and my front tooth.

    I have visited my dentist about this and was referred to the Orthodontist at my local Hospital wher ei had x-rays and was told that my lower jaw is actually slightly back, He also said that i would need an operation to remove those 2 canines, though when i asked could anything else be done he replied "no, as im too old and it would take about 3 years" - I'm 21 and i really wouldnt mind braces.

    I'm not waiting for a letter for the operation to happen.

    Though im sitting here not feeling happy about having 2 gaps, I'm a student so i dont earn too much money to afford Implants with the price they are at the moment.

    Many thanks,

    Luke

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    I would recommend that you ask the consultant again. Failing this, you can always seek a second opinion from a specialist orthodontist

    I hope this helps
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    would a specialist be private?

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    Some specialists offer NHS services, however my advice would always be to be seen privately

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    most specialists are private outside of hospitals
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    I'm now* waiting for a letter for my operation.

    Corrected, just noticed i made a mistake and it made me seen like an ass, My apologies :P


    And thank you

    Though the orthodontist wont see me unless i get another referral, is it worth mentioning my concerns to my dentist and see if he can talk to the orthodontist?

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    yes, certainly you should mention it

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