twin block vs herbst

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not only is my maxilla recessed but so is my mandible. dont really wanna do bsso just yet even though thats the most effective option but im getting braces soon. im weighing in the option between twin blocks vs the herbst. from what ive seen, the herbst is the most effective at bringing the mandible forward but causes maxilla recession. i was wondering if asking for a headgear could reduce and even bring my maxilla forward aswell. but with the twin blocks i can also widen my palatte since it comes with an expander. heres a photo reference of my side profile.
 

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im 15 but im lowkey a late bloomer so biologically im probably 14
Does not matter headgear wont work youd have to be in the age range of 8-12. i guess you can bring the mandible forward with appliances but your just recessed in general dude, i would try get an excuse for bad airways and get a bimax
not only is my maxilla recessed but so is my mandible. dont really wanna do bsso just yet even though thats the most effective option but im getting braces soon. im weighing in the option between twin blocks vs the herbst. from what ive seen, the herbst is the most effective at bringing the mandible forward but causes maxilla recession. i was wondering if asking for a headgear could reduce and even bring my maxilla forward aswell. but with the twin blocks i can also widen my palatte since it comes with an expander. heres a photo reference of my side profile.
age? also if your over 15-16 your only option is surgery in your case atleast
 
im 15 but im lowkey a late bloomer so biologically im probably 14
Does not matter headgear wont work youd have to be in the age range of 8-12. i guess you can bring the mandible forward with appliances but your just recessed in general dude, i would try get an excuse for bad airways and get a bimax
 
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