The situation
What was the problem?
The upper front teeth tilted forward and stuck out, which affected the smile and lip closure. Protruding teeth are also more vulnerable, for example to a knock.
Case · Orthodontics
Correcting protruding upper teeth without extractions
The upper front teeth tilted forward and stuck out. We moved them into place with an orthodontic appliance. The photos show the teeth before and after treatment.
Drag left for before, right for after.
The solution
How did we solve it?
With an orthodontic appliance we gradually brought the teeth to the correct angle and lined them up with the rest of the teeth. No healthy tooth had to be taken out. A retainer holds the result.
The most common fears
What most people ask before treatment
Did it hurt?
Fitting the appliance did not hurt. As the teeth moved there was mild pressure for a few days, which soon passed.
Were teeth extracted?
No. We created the room by aligning the arch, without extractions.
How long did it take?
For protruding teeth like this, treatment usually takes 12 to 18 months, roughly a year to a year and a half. Many find it faster than they expected.
The result
Front teeth back in place
The front teeth moved into place and the lips close more easily. The smile looks more even too. Because the teeth no longer stick out, a knock is less likely to damage them.
Common questions
Can protruding teeth always be treated with orthodontics?
In most cases, yes. We draw up the exact treatment plan after the examination.
Will the teeth move back after treatment?
The retainer prevents exactly that: it holds the achieved position, so the result stays stable.
Next step
Book your first consultation
If you have a similar problem with your teeth, we examine you at the consultation and tell you which treatment could work. The consultation commits you to nothing.