u/sweetwhisp

Hi everyone,
I’m 31 and have never had braces.

I’ve always had some facial asymmetry and an uneven smile. I also feel like I don’t chew food properly, and my front teeth rub against each other, causing noticeable wear on my upper teeth.
I saw an orthodontist once who suggested I might need braces along with jaw surgery, but I was scared to proceed at the time.

Do I need braces, Invisalign, or surgery? Is it too late since I’m 31 now?

I also wanted to ask specifically, can Invisalign actually work in cases like this, or is it usually limited to milder bite issues?

Based on my case, is treatment still worth it at this age, and what are the usual options people consider in similar situations?
Any insights or experiences would be really helpful. Thank you.

Hi everyone,
I’m 31 and have never had braces.
I’ve always had some facial asymmetry and an uneven smile. I also feel like I don’t chew food properly, and my front teeth rub against each other, causing noticeable wear on my upper teeth.

I saw an orthodontist once who suggested I might need braces along with jaw surgery, but I was scared to proceed at the time.

Do I need braces, Invisalign, or surgery? Is it too late since I’m 31 now?
I also wanted to ask specifically, can Invisalign actually work in cases like this, or is it usually limited to milder bite issues?

Based on my case, is treatment still worth it at this age, and what are the usual options people consider in similar situations?
Any insights or experiences would be really helpful. Thank you.

Hi everyone,
I’m 31F and have never had braces.
I’ve always had some facial asymmetry and an uneven smile. I also feel like I don’t chew food properly, and my front teeth rub against each other, causing noticeable wear on my upper teeth.
I saw an orthodontist once who suggested I might need braces along with jaw surgery, but I was scared to proceed at the time.

Do I need braces, Invisalign, or surgery? Is it too late since I’m 31 now?
I also wanted to ask specifically, can Invisalign actually work in cases like this, or is it usually limited to milder bite issues?

Based on my case, is treatment still worth it at this age, and what are the usual options people consider in similar situations?
Any insights or experiences would be really helpful. Thank you.

Hi everyone,
I’m a 31-year-old female and I’ve never had braces or any orthodontic treatment.
Growing up, I lived in a small town where there wasn’t much awareness or access to orthodontic care, so my bite was never evaluated. Over the years, several dentists have commented that my bite is “different,” and recently I started looking into it myself.
From what I understand, I may have an underbite, a crossbite, or possibly a combination of both, but I’m not sure. My upper jaw seems to sit slightly behind my lower jaw. I’ve attached photos in case anyone can share their thoughts.
I’ve also noticed a few issues that make me wonder whether my bite has affected my facial development:
I don’t feel like I chew food properly. Even when I try, I seem to swallow food without much chewing.

My face has always looked slightly asymmetrical. My smile is uneven, with one side of my lips sitting lower than the other, and it feels like my jaw may be slightly shifted.

My lower teeth are more crowded than my upper teeth.

My front teeth rub against each other, and my upper front teeth have become very sharp from years of wear, which worries me.

I did see an orthodontist once, and she told me my case would likely require braces combined with jaw surgery. That recommendation scared me, so I never moved forward with treatment.
I’m posting here because I’d like to understand the orthotropic perspective.

At 31 years old:
Can orthotropics still make a meaningful difference, or is it mainly effective during childhood?

Could improving tongue posture, swallowing, breathing, and overall oral posture help with my bite, facial asymmetry, or chewing?

Has anyone with a similar bite seen noticeable improvements without jaw surgery?

If you think surgery is still necessary, I’d appreciate hearing why.

I’m genuinely trying to understand all perspectives before deciding what to do. Thank you for taking the time to read my post and for any advice or experiences you can share.

Thank you!🙏

This lehenga was part of one of the most special evenings of my life, my wedding reception. Worn only for a few hours and then carefully packed away like a memory I didn’t want to fade.

Now it’s just sitting beautifully unused… and I feel it deserves another celebration, not storage.

DM me if you’d like photos, details, price, or measurements. Happy to share everything honestly.

This lehenga was part of one of the most special evenings of my life, my wedding reception. Worn only for a few hours and then carefully packed away like a memory I didn’t want to fade.

Now it’s just sitting beautifully unused… and I feel it deserves another celebration, not storage.

DM me if you’d like photos, details, price, or measurements. Happy to share everything honestly.

I’ve been getting small white bumps on my hands lately, and they seem to be increasing over time. They don’t hurt, itch, or bother me otherwise, and so far they’re only on my hands.

At one point I cut one off with a nail cutter, but it eventually grew back.

Does anyone know what these could be or has anyone else experienced something similar? Not looking for a diagnosis, just curious if this sounds familiar to anyone before I decide whether to get it checked.

Thank you.

Hi, I’ve been dealing with chronic leg pain and lower back pain for around 10 years now, and I’m starting to wonder if it could be related to my posture or alignment. There has been no diagnosis. Tired of years of doctors, tests, and meds. The only med that worked for sometime was Pregabalin. There was nothing major in spine MRI or foot ultrasound, xrays, etc.

I’ve attached some photos of my legs/stance from different angles. I’d really appreciate it if anyone could point out anything that looks off, whether it’s posture, imbalance, or anything noticeable.