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Adult crossbite planning

# Tooth, jaw and holding goals in your plan

Connect the explanation you receive with the purpose of the care being considered\.

On this page

1. [Understand the finding and the proposed goal](<https://adultcrossbiteguide.com/tooth-and-jaw-care-goals#supplied-finding-and-goal>)
2. [What can the different parts contribute?](<https://adultcrossbiteguide.com/tooth-and-jaw-care-goals#different-care-contributions>)
3. [Put the explanation into a care conversation](<https://adultcrossbiteguide.com/tooth-and-jaw-care-goals#care-you-can-discuss>)
4. [Continue the conversation in Miramar](<https://adultcrossbiteguide.com/tooth-and-jaw-care-goals#your-next-conversation>)

General education\. Your clinicians explain your individual findings, options and directions\.

## Understand the finding and the proposed goal

Imagine your orthodontist identifies a front\-tooth crossbite and separately proposes tooth alignment\. The finding describes the relationship; the goal means intended change, not a result\.



## What can the different parts contribute?

An individualized healthy bite is the functional goal of orthodontic care\.

For selected jaw problems beyond orthodontics alone, combined care can align teeth and reposition jaws, planned with the patient, orthodontist and surgeon\. These are complementary purposes, not a rule that every crossbite needs surgery\.

Aligners require suitability assessment; braces may be discussed when aligners are unsuitable\.

Retention holds teeth in their finished positions after active treatment\.

[AAO bites](<https://aaoinfo.org/whats-trending/7-common-bite-problems/>)

[AAO adults](<https://aaoinfo.org/press-room/orthodontists-respond-to-frequently-asked-questions-from-adults-considering-treatment/>)

[AAO surgery](<https://aaoinfo.org/treatments/orthodontic-surgery/>)

[AAO glossary](<https://aaoinfo.org/resources/glossary-of-orthodontic-terms/>)



## Put the explanation into a care conversation

SMILE\-FX® confirms broad surgical\-case and MARPE capabilities and collaboration with surgeons\. A conversation about those services establishes the individual proposal; it does not promise a particular method for you\. Board\-certified orthodontist follow\-ups keep clinical responsibility visible\. Digital planning and a qualified simulation provide a concrete reference for discussion, while standard monitoring lets progress information reach the team alongside required visits\.

Read the [full care model and its individual arrangements](</about-this-guide#care-model-about>) \. The [retainer\-design guide](<https://retainersmiramar.com/retainer-designs-and-purpose>)  develops the holding\-appliance topic when you want to explore that next\.



## Continue the conversation in Miramar

You can [request a free in\-person consultation](<https://www.smile-fx.com/lp/free-consult/?utm_source=adult-crossbite-planning&utm_medium=microsite&utm_campaign=smile-fx-guides>) , read [visit and travel details](</visit>) , or [call \(954\) 824\-9707](<tel:+19548249707>) \. The team confirms appointment and care arrangements individually\. Already in care? Keep using your treating team contact route\.

## Keep exploring

- [Understand the finding and assessment](</crossbite-findings-and-assessment>)
- [Understand the purpose of your care goal](</tooth-and-jaw-care-goals>)
- [Explore doctor\-led digital orthodontic care](</about-this-guide#care-model-about>)



Your individual next step

## Discuss your own orthodontic goal

[Request a free in\-person consultation](<https://www.smile-fx.com/lp/free-consult/?utm_source=adult-crossbite-planning&utm_medium=microsite&utm_campaign=smile-fx-guides>) 

The team confirms the appointment, assessment scope, fees and proposed services\. A request is not an appointment or case acceptance\.

[Call \(954\) 824\-9707](<tel:+19548249707>)  · [Visit details](</visit>)