Bite Correction

Bite Correction Frisco, TX

Bites, the way in which the top and bottom teeth come together, are an important aspect of oral health. Bite Correction can greatly enhance oral health, function, and appearance. Malocclusions, or misaligned teeth, are quite common and appear in both primary and permanent teeth. There are several types of bite issues, each with its own set of oral health problems.

Bite-aligning treatment is available at Price Family Orthodontics in Frisco and the surrounding area. We specialize in correcting all types of bite issues and can help you or your child attain a straighter smile that will improve oral health and enhance physical appearance. Call us today at (214) 383-0954 to schedule an appointment or learn more about our services.

Causes of Bite Issues

Bite issues are typically inherited and found in early childhood. However, there are several conditions and lifestyle habits that can greatly affect the alignment of teeth. According to Healthline, these factors can include:

  • Cleft lip and palate
  • Frequent use of a pacifier after three years of age
  • Prolonged use of bottle feeding and thumb sucking in early childhood
  • Injuries resulting in the misalignment of the jaw
  • Tumors in the mouth or jaw
  • Atypically shaped or impacted teeth
  • Dental care resulting in improperly fitting dental fillings, crowns, or braces
  • Airway obstruction (mouth breathing), potentially caused by allergies or by enlarged adenoids or tonsils

Importance of Correcting Bite Issues

Misaligned bites can greatly affect how a person eats, speaks, and breathes. Since the upper and lower jaws do not touch, it is often difficult to chew properly. This misalignment may also cause discomfort in the jaw muscles. This, in turn, wears down the teeth due to uneven pressure distribution. Bite issues also affect speech and breathing as airflow is often blocked. Lastly, bite issues make it difficult to clean the mouth, especially between the teeth. This can cause more severe oral health problems, such as periodontal disease.

Correcting Overbites

Overbites also called deep bites, occur when the top teeth protrude over the bottom teeth. The American Dental Association (ADA) finds that protruding teeth are prone to accidental breaking and are hard to close comfortably. This can lead to dried-out oral tissues followed by tooth decay. Overbites often cause headaches and jaw joint pain and can lead to TMJ disorder and gum disease.

Neutrocclusion

A neutrocclusion refers to a normal bite with other abnormalities, such as overcrowded or crooked teeth. This is the most common type of malocclusion.

Distocclusion

A distocclusion is a malocclusion in which the lower jaw is in a distal or posterior position, the backside of teeth, in relation to the upper teeth.

Mesiocclusion

Mesiocclusion is a type of malocclusion that occurs when the mandibular, or lower front teeth, occlude mesially to the normal position of the top teeth.

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    Correcting Underbites

    An underbite describes a malocclusion in which the bottom teeth overlap the top teeth. Underbites often cause eating, breathing, and speaking problems. Underbites can also cause chronic joint pain, headaches, earaches, cracked and worn teeth, tooth deterioration, bacterial infections, sleep apnea, and self-esteem problems. There are several underbite correction treatments, including:

    Most Underbites Can Be Corrected Without Surgery

    Many underbites can be successfully treated using modern orthodontic solutions such as Braces or Invisalign®. These treatments gradually move the teeth into proper alignment, improving both function and appearance.

    Surgery Is Rarely Necessary

    Patients are often relieved to learn that surgery is uncommon for most underbite cases. Dr. Price focuses on achieving the best possible results with non-surgical treatment whenever possible, helping many patients avoid more invasive procedures.

    Every smile is unique, and the best treatment option depends on the severity of the underbite and the patient’s individual needs. During your consultation, Dr. Price will evaluate your bite and recommend the most effective treatment plan to create a healthy, balanced smile.

    Correcting Crossbites and Open bites

    A crossbite is a type of malocclusion that describes when the lower teeth cover one or more upper teeth when a person bites and can occur in several places in the mouth. Crossbites can be classified as anterior and posterior. An anterior crossbite refers to the back bottom teeth covering the back top teeth, while a posterior crossbite refers to the front bottom teeth covering the front top teeth. Crossbites can be corrected through orthodontic treatment (braces or clear aligners), Rapid Palatal Expander (RPE) and jaw surgery.

    An open bite, or overjet, refers to front upper and lower teeth that slant outward and do not touch when the mouth closes. Although open bites can be inherited, they are most often caused by behavioral influences, such as thumb and pacifier sucking, tongue thrusting when speaking, and temporomandibular joint disorder. Open bites can be corrected through altering behavior (in young children), orthodontic treatment (braces and clear aligners), and surgery.

    Crowding and Spacing Issues

    Overcrowding and spacing issues refer to teeth that are unevenly distributed and are either too close together or too far apart. Although teeth naturally shift, even with orthodontic treatment, there are non-genetic causes for overcrowding, such as early loss of primary teeth and non-erupting permanent teeth. When primary teeth do not come out when they are supposed to, permanent teeth often come in and cause crowding. Likewise, permanent teeth may not erupt properly due to retained primary teeth.

    Crowding and spacing issues are most commonly treated through braces or clear aligners as they guide the teeth into proper placement. Other treatment options include veneers and dentofacial orthopedics, such as palatal expanders. Dentofacial orthopedics help guide facial bone growth to properly align the teeth.

    Call Us Today

    Fixing all types of bites is our specialty. If you are unhappy with the way your teeth line up or a misaligned bite is causing you problems, we can help. Call us today at 214-383-0954 to schedule an appointment or learn more about our services.

    FAQs

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The most common malocclusion is overcrowding. This can be the result of an overbite, overjet, or underbite. In some cases, overcrowding may be the sole reason for an uneven bite. With treatment, many patients experience an aligned bite just by spacing out the teeth.

    Orthodontists are dental professionals who specialize in the treatment of teeth and bite misalignment. In some cases, a dentist may offer orthodontic services as they are trained to treat all types of dental problems. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons can also perform procedures that help correct misaligned bites.

    The most obvious bite issues are often physical and can be seen as an overbite, underbite, or crossbite. However, minor bite issues may not be noticeable and many patients do not experience any symptoms. A bite issue refers to any bite in which the top and bottom jaws do not evenly align. It is important to ask your dentist about your bite to ensure your oral health remains in line.

    A correctly-aligned bite occurs when the top and bottom back teeth touch when the mouth is closed. The upper front teeth should fall in front of the lower teeth and should overlap them by about 2 mm. Any more than 2 mm would be considered an overbite.

    Many environmental factors have changed the way our mouths, teeth, and jaws grow. These external factors include bottle-feeding, thumb and pacifier sucking, softer diets in babies and children, breathing abnormalities, allergies, and poor nutrition. Bite issues may also result from injury and trauma.

    Quality Orthodontic Services Can Transform Smiles

    By visiting us as soon as possible, our team can help get you the professional treatment you need.

    Definition

    Definition of Orthodontic Terminology

    Anterior Crossbite

    An anterior crossbite is an occlusion problem with the palatal positioning of the anterior maxillary teeth in the upper jaw and the mandibular anterior teeth in the lower jaw.

    Anterior Open Bite

    An anterior open bite occurs when the upper and lower teeth slant outward and do not come together when the bite is closed.

    Crossbite

    In an ideal bite the upper top teeth rest slightly outside the bottom teeth. If the top teeth rest inside the bottom teeth in front or back or on either side, the bite is considered a crossbite.

    Distal

    The backside of a tooth.

    Malocclusion

    Malocclusion is the condition in which the upper and lower teeth do not meet properly when the bite is closed. Conditions of malocclusion can include overbite, underbite, crossbite and open bite.

    Molar Crossbite Correction

    Molar crossbite correction involves one or several methods to treat the patient’s crossbite and correct the alignment of the teeth.

    Orthodontics

    Orthodontics is the specialty branch of dentistry that deals with preventing and correcting teeth and jaw irregularities.

    Overbite

    An overbite is a type of malocclusion that occurs when the upper teeth jut out over the lower teeth, covering them and causing other issues.

    Posterior Crossbite

    A posterior crossbite is a malocclusion in which some of the top back teeth sit inside the bottom back teeth.

    Underbite

    An underbite is a malocclusion that occurs when the lower jaw and front teeth sit beyond the upper front teeth.

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