Common Problems
Upper Front Teeth Protrusion
The appearance and function of your teeth are impacted by this
type of bite. It is characterized by the upper teeth extending too
far forward or the lower teeth not extending far enough forward.
Overbite
The upper front teeth extend out over the lower front teeth,
sometimes causing the lower front teeth to bite into the roof of
the mouth.
Crossbite
The upper teeth sit inside the lower teeth, which may cause
tooth stratification and misaligned jaw growth.
Openbite
Proper chewing is impacted by this type of bite, in which the
upper and lower front teeth do not overlap. Openbite may cause a
number of unwanted habits, such as tongue thrusting.
Crowding
Crowding occurs when teeth have insufficient room to erupt
from the gum. Crowding can often be corrected by expansion, and
many times, tooth removal can be avoided.
Spacing
Spacing problems may be caused by missing teeth, or they may
only be a cosmetic or aesthetic issue.
Dental Midlines not Matched
This type of problem is caused when the back bite does not fit
and match appropriately, which may negatively impact jaw and
proper dental function.
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