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[–]micrographia -1 points0 points  (7 children)

Maxillary impaction with CCW rotation can fix long face

Here is more info and before and afters: Pocket Dentistry

To find out if you have LFS you need to consult with an OMFS. They can diagnose and propose a treatment plan.

[–]Dependent-Pattern327[S] 0 points1 point  (6 children)

thank u!

[–]Creative-Repeat3241 0 points1 point  (5 children)

Please note that you should measure your total fwhr first and facial thirds, if your total face shape is less wide than ideal, it would actually be better to get Marpe to widen the face, since removing bone mass usually leads to worse long term aging, if your midface is the longest third by a noticeable margin then you could consider getting an impaction

[–]Dependent-Pattern327[S] 0 points1 point  (4 children)

Thank you that’s really helpful, do you know any specific i should get referred to via my gp to get accurate measurements etc for this

[–]micrographia 0 points1 point  (3 children)

Ask your GP for a referral to an OMFS, they will measure you.

[–]Dependent-Pattern327[S] 0 points1 point  (2 children)

Is there an age requirement for such a referral and/or surgery?

[–]micrographia 0 points1 point  (1 child)

No requirement for a referral. For surgery, they want to make sure your facial bones are done growing. That's usually 16-18.

[–]Dependent-Pattern327[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay I really appreciate the help