Protruding Teeth Correction in Gangnam, Seoul

A Plus Orthodontic Clinic | Dr. Eung Soo Kim

Specialist-Led Orthodontic Treatment for Balanced Profile and Bite Function

Protruding teeth, often referred to as flared or protrusive teeth, occur when the front teeth extend forward beyond the ideal alignment of the dental arch. This condition can affect facial profile, lip closure, bite function, and tooth stability. At A Plus Orthodontic Clinic in Gangnam, protruding teeth correction is planned and supervised by Dr. Eung Soo Kim, an orthodontic specialist with over 20 years of experience in profile-focused orthodontic correction.

Treatment focuses on improving tooth position, lip support, facial balance, and long-term bite stability.

What Causes Protruding Teeth?

Protruding teeth can result from a combination of dental and skeletal factors, including:

  • Genetic jaw and tooth size discrepancies
  • Forward growth of the upper or lower jaw
  • Crowding with forward tooth compensation
  • Prolonged thumb-sucking or oral habits
  • Tongue posture or tongue-thrusting
  • Relapse after previous orthodontic treatment

Accurate diagnosis determines whether protrusion is dental, skeletal, or both.

Problems Associated with Protruding Teeth

Patients with protrusive teeth may experience:

  • Difficulty closing lips comfortably
  • Increased risk of tooth injury
  • Uneven tooth wear
  • Bite imbalance
  • Gum strain or recession
  • Aesthetic concerns affecting confidence

Correction improves both function and facial aesthetics.

Protruding Teeth Correction Options

Treatment is selected based on severity, jaw structure, and aesthetic goals.

Metal Braces

  • Most effective for moderate to severe protrusion
  • Allows precise control of tooth retraction
  • Commonly used when space management is required

Ceramic Braces

  • Discreet option for adult patients
  • Effective for mild to moderate protrusion

Lingual (Hidden) Braces

  • Completely invisible from the outside
  • Effective for profile correction in adults
  • Requires advanced orthodontic planning

Clear Aligners / Invisalign®

  • Suitable for mild to moderate protrusion
  • Requires strong compliance
  • Digitally planned with retraction staging

Space-Creation Strategies

  • Interproximal reduction (IPR)
  • Arch coordination
  • Selective extractions in severe cases

Dr. Kim evaluates whether protrusion can be corrected without extractions or if tooth removal is necessary for facial balance and stability.

Protruding Teeth Correction Treatment Process

1. Comprehensive Orthodontic & Profile Evaluation

3D scans, X-rays, facial analysis, and lip support assessment

2. Customized Correction Plan

Selection of orthodontic system and retraction strategy

3. Active Retraction Phase

Braces or aligners with controlled tooth movement

4. Monitoring & Adjustments

Regular visits every 4–8 weeks

5. Retention & Profile Stability

Custom retainers to maintain corrected alignment

Treatment Duration & Considerations

  • Average treatment time: 12–30 months
  • Follow-up frequency: Every 4–8 weeks
  • Extractions: Only recommended when clinically necessary
  • Retention: Essential to prevent relapse

Protrusion correction emphasizes controlled movement and facial balance, not speed.

Protruding Teeth in Teens vs. Adults

  • Teens: Growth can assist in profile improvement
  • Adults: Focus on dental movement and soft tissue balance
  • Adults may require more conservative planning

Specialist-led treatment is particularly important in adult cases.

Why Choose A Plus Orthodontic Clinic for Protruding Teeth Correction?

  • Orthodontics-only specialty clinic
  • 20+ years of orthodontic experience
  • Extensive experience with profile correction cases
  • Conservative, stability-focused treatment philosophy
  • Advanced digital facial analysis
  • English-friendly consultations for international patients
  • Central Gangnam, Seoul location

About Dr. Eung Soo Kim

Dr. Eung Soo Kim is known for orthodontic treatments that improve facial profile, lip competence, and long-term bite stability. His approach balances aesthetics with function, ensuring natural-looking and durable results.

Book a Protruding Teeth Correction Consultation in Gangnam

If you are concerned about forward-projecting teeth or lip strain, A Plus Orthodontic Clinic offers specialist-led diagnosis and structured orthodontic correction in Seoul.

Location: Gangnam, Seoul
 Treatments: Protruding teeth correction, braces, Invisalign®, profile alignment
 Consultation: Appointment-based, English assistance available