How to Correct a Canine Crowding Malocclusion: Extractions Are Necessary to Address Lip Protrusion

Hello,

I’m Lee Juri, the chief director of Seoul Bardi Dental Clinic.

Many people look into orthodontic treatment because of crowded teeth.

Since the tooth alignment is clearly uneven,

people visit us because they are concerned about the appearance.

Today, I’d like to talk about orthodontic treatment for upper canine crowding, where the canine area sticks up like Dracula’s teeth.

I’ll divide the treatment options into two methods.

Please focus for just 3 minutes!

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Orthodontic treatment is needed for canine crowding.
2. Two orthodontic methods (non-extraction vs. extraction)

Orthodontic treatment is needed for canine crowding.

Shall we think of Dracula~?

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You’ll probably picture sharp, pointed teeth.

Canines function to tear meat,

so the tips of these teeth are sharp and pointed.

If this canine is not in its proper position,

it can give the impression of Dracula-like teeth.

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1. Baby teeth fell out too early
2. Imbalance between tooth size and jawbone size
3. Genetics
4. Oral habits

For various reasons, orthodontic treatment for canine crowding may be needed.

When you look at your smile in the mirror,

if the upper canine appears to stick upward, it’s hard not to be bothered by it.

Because canines are teeth close to the center of the face,

even a small misalignment can change the impression of the face,

and they can easily become a source of insecurity when smiling.

Moreover, canines play an important role in the bite, so this is not just an aesthetic issue; it also affects chewing function, the temporomandibular joint, and overall bite balance.

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The patient who visited us had the same concern.

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They wanted to fix the crowding,

but they also wanted to improve the lip protrusion that made the lips look protruded.

After diagnosis,

it was not just a problem with the canine alone,

but a situation involving lack of space + lip protrusion + crowding overlapping together.

Two treatment methods for canine crowding

The two options I suggested for this patient were:

1. Extraction
2. Non-extraction orthodontic treatment

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Extraction orthodontic treatment, which removes premolars,

has a major advantage in securing space.

By aligning the canines in the created space,

it can also improve the lip protrusion the patient wanted addressed,

and help the facial line look more natural.

The downside is the psychological burden of having teeth removed... It’s not something to overlook..

The non-extraction method

has the advantage of using the number of teeth you already have.

Go see the non-extraction method using interproximal reduction
https://blog.naver.com/implant_master/223978885530

The lack of space is created by lightly shaving between the teeth.

However, because it is difficult to secure enough space,

it was hard to improve the patient’s lip protrusion.

There is a drawback in that the profile may appear even more protrusive.

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Wait a moment. Frequently asked question

Do you really have to extract teeth?

I understand how patients feel when they do not want teeth removed...

If the goal is only to align crowded teeth, a non-extraction approach may be possible.

But if you also want to improve lip protrusion,

extraction orthodontic treatment is much more advantageous.

If you want a softer side profile improvement

and value harmony with the face,

then removing teeth is a much more favorable option.

Straight teeth create a refined impression.

When the canines that were positioned higher return to their normal position,

the unnatural-looking lip protrusion can also improve significantly. ^^

Canine crowding should be treated early.

The longer it is left untreated,

the crowded teeth may be pushed outside the gum bone, and the alveolar bone can be resorbed.

As the bite becomes misaligned, the jaw joint can also weaken.

Poor brushing leads to more cavities

and confidence in appearance drops

Malocclusion has many disadvantages.

In particular, crowding and canine protrusion are factors that can change the overall impression of the face.

A representative example is the singer U-Know Yunho,

whose canine crowding once gave him a cute image,

but after orthodontic treatment, his smile became much more refined and confident.

If canine crowding makes you self-conscious when you smile,

now may be the best time to start.

If you need a consultation tailored to you,

feel free to call the clinic.

Consultation for protruding mouth orthodontics
02-481-4278

This has been Director Lee Juri.

Thank you!

How to Correct a Canine Crowding Malocclusion: Extractions Are Necessary to Address Lip Protrusion

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