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Question:
Acromegaly: I have an underbite that developed from Acromegaly, which I have recently been diagnosed with.
I do not want to have surgery to correct the underbite because I have residual damage from Bells Palsy. My question: how can I correct the underbite without surgery?
Also, since the Acromegaly releases the Growth Hormone, is it possible to treat my orthodontic problem of that of a teenager who is still growing? I am 39 year old female. ...Visitor from NJ
Answer:
I don't think your orthodontic problems are treatable without surgery.
I assume that you have had an orthodontist and an oral surgeon who are reviewing the specifics of your condition. I don't have enough information or knowledge to advise you except to get opinions from specialists who do.
I would imagine that you will need a team of an orthodontist, oral surgeon, general dentist, and whatever medical specialists who are involved in your diagnosis and treatment.
Corinne Scalzitti, DMD, MAGD
Austin Reconstructive Implant Dentistry
Texas Periolase
3900 RR 620 South
Austin, Texas TX 78738
(512) 263-3330
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