the principle of correcting malocclusion in medicine is to eliminate the cause as early as possible, and correct it early, which can get good correction effect and prevent the deformity from developing seriously. Mild malocclusion of individual teeth can be treated by parents themselves under the guidance of doctors. When multiple teeth are malocclusion or serious deformity, dentists need to use special appliances to correct them. Many malocclusion of anterior teeth can be corrected by dentists to restore normal jaw biting function and facial beauty.
Mild malocclusion of deciduous teeth can not be corrected temporarily. When deciduous teeth fall off to replace permanent teeth, some malocclusion can be corrected by itself. However, severe and obvious malocclusion of deciduous teeth should be treated at the age of 4.
During the replacement period and the early period of permanent teeth, the maxillofacial region grows vigorously. If the malocclusion is corrected in time, it can get twice the result with half the effort and block the abnormal growth and development of the jaw in time, which is the key period for correcting malocclusion. The average age is 8-12 years old. Otherwise, good results can only be achieved through orthodontic treatment or orthognathic surgery. Generally, it's not as scary as you said, and you won't take off your chin. You should consult a dentist specifically. You can usually apply force to that tongue depressor, and always pay attention to your mouth shape.