<s>[INST] Hi, I have and erupted tooth (#11 canine) from peridontal issue in the past and noticed that some of my teeth have shifted to effect my bite. I did suffer some bone loss, but stabilized my gum issue. I also have recession of the gum in the upper and lower section of these teeth (#11 and the lower tooth below it). Would I be a candidate for braces? Thanks. [/INST] Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The shifted tooth can be because of malocclusion(deep bite or crowding) or because of abnormal forces. If there is grade 3 recession and grade 3 mobility you cannot go for orthodontic treatment. Consult a good orthodontist and get it evaluated. You need to take a radiograph like OPG and IOP AR to check the status of the surrounding tooth. If there is a MAL occlusion, causing damage to the teeth, then it has to be corrected with orthodontic treatment. Orthodontist will decide whether the treatment can be done or not. If you have a gum problem, it can be treated with scaling, root planing and grafting. After that orthodontic treatment can be done. I hope my answer will help you, take care. </s>