Overbites And Underbites

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry

Overbites And UnderbitesFew people have perfectly straight teeth without the help of orthodontics, like the clear braces available from Montz and Maher Dental Group in Friendswood.

When the upper part of the jaw and the lower part of the jaw are not the same size, bite problems can occur. When the lower jaw is smaller than the upper jaw, it is called an overbite. When the reverse is true, it is called an underbite.

Another related alignment disorder is called a crossbite. Crossbites occur when lower teeth are in the wrong position. They may be incorrectly positioned sideways, forward or backward.

Malocclusion (literally ‘bad bite’) is the term used for all types of bite problems including overbites, underbites and crossbites. Jaw alignment disorders can cause a range of problems and often prohibit proper chewing and/or swallowing. Teeth can shift around in the mouth, causing even more discomfort or difficulty. Gum disease and tooth decay are also harder to prevent because proper oral hygiene can be difficult with a malocclusion.

Clear braces are an ideal solution to many of these issues. People love them, because they are so sublte others may not realize you’ve even wearing them. They are also removeable at mealtime and when you brush and floss.

Clear braces from Invisalign are available from Montz and Maher Dental Group in Friendswood. We also offer sleep apnea treatment and general dentistry. Schedule an appointment with us today.

Contact Montz and Maher Dental Group:

832-895-5120

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

820 S Friendswood Ste 100
Friendswood, Texas
77546

 

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