Will my jaw develop and mature as I grow older (17 now)?!

Will my jaw develop and mature as I grow older (17 now)?

I had braces for the last 2 years. I'm 17 now and had the braces removed and my face has grow longer but thinner over the course of the time that I had braces. As a result, my lower jaw is not in balance with the upper jaw. Will my face and jaw mature now that my braces have been removed?

1 month ago
I just had my braces removed last week.

I wouldn't expect that you should expect much change in the future. Your orthodontist should be able to answer your question as you will be having follow up visits with them in the near future. If you already have your retainer great, keep wearing it as recommended. If not, plan on using it alot to keep the teeth in alignment. Good luck!
JAMRDH - a dental hygienist