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Overbite – All you need to know

Overbite is a common dental condition where your upper and lower dental arches have a gap or them. Normally, the top teeth are a little distance over the lower teeth but when this distance is excessive, it leads to a dental called an . This gap can cause serious overbite issues but your dentist can correct this as there are various available.

People with issues often seek treatment as they usually feel about their appearance. After the treatment, their face shape changes as the jaw will now to the front but not in excess. It will also the headaches, pain in the jaw and face which might be caused due to exerting force pushing your jaws to the back and pressure on nerves and blood .

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Are you with this and it’s giving you a ? if so, keep as you will find answers to your overbite solution on this page.

What is an overbite?

An overbite can be defined as an overlap, either horizontally or between the front teeth of the upper and lower dental arches.

The horizontal is also called an overjet which occurs when the top teeth are seen at the front of the mouth. Should the protrusion be or pronounced it might be by some people as "buck teeth" but we won’t use this term here. you can also have an along with an open bite, there is a gap top and bottom teeth.

Normal overbite – vertical 2-4mm

Deep / Deep bite – vertical overlap is 4 – 6mm or more

Severe bite – upper jaw may cover the lower teeth and may even the lower gum

There can be an overbite which both and vertical at the same time. In this condition, your upper teeth stretch further at the front of your mouth and sit over the bottom front teeth lower than usual.

What are the causes of overbite?

Some of the common reasons for an overbite are :

What are the different types of overbite?

There are two kinds of overbite :

Difference between Overbite VS Underbite :

An is where your upper front teeth your lower front teeth.

Whereas an underbite, also called is where your upper front teeth sit behind your lower front teeth. This is treated differently than overbite.

Is overbite harmful or why you need to treat overbite?

Are you a case of overjet or deep bite and need treatment? to simplify this matter, the Orthodontic Society has a system (IOTN) for orthodontic issues in children. The table below shows the and required for each type of .

If left Overmigth may cause many issues like :

It’s best to have corrected as early as possible as it is far more and easier to get good if you get the done in childhood than in – as with time the get developed it makes it more difficult to realignment.

Some people who suffer from are put off by the treatment cost, or the which involves either getting long-term braces, putting for an period, or getting surgery. However, one should note that the perks of treating teeth will be far better than the temporary discomfort you will feel during the and it worth the money spent when you get your beautifully straight smile!

How to correct Overbite?

If you have normal overbite i.e 2-4mm gap then there is no need for . However, if the gap is more than dentist might few options on the severity of your case

Treating with braces is a popular method in London and UK. The braces option is very effective and when with retainer it gives long last results. Using braces to correct takes anywhere between 1-4 years.

Most people who don’t like the idea of traditional braces can now opt for a private treatment where you can now get clear braces that are almost invisible so that no one can easily notice to say you are undergoing treatment.

It’s helpful if at your consultation for you not only ask the about benefits, side effects, and of braces but also to show you before and after pictures of an overbites brace . This would not only you but also make you the braces treatment can bring despite of the discomfort you may experience in course of the treatment.

Treating overbite with Invisalign

aligners are a popular choice and appealing option for many when it comes to fixing overbite problems. braces are clear that very effective in fixing mild to moderate cases of overbite. These are very comfortable and also removable so that you can take them off for eating, drinking, brushing, or any special . The your overbite by exerting small and gentle against your teeth to move them gradually to the right and your overbite. After every two weeks, patients switch to a new set of aligners provided by the dentist.

Compared to traditional braces serve as a better and faster option. However, it doesn’t mean metal braces aren’t good or . is a modern way to correct overbite and is a quicker solution that works, plus with an added benefit that it’s discreet so no one will know and it is removable which make the entire hassle free and more to patients. Invisalign is not via NHS, yet so many are happy to go for this option and pay the additional price to get their children the clear braces options instead of metal braces to protect their self-confidence. Even among adults, has a demand and it is one of the most teeth because of its benefits as it lets you get on with normal lives without anyone noticing and making the whole .

If you want braces to correct overbite In London then you can book a with our Invisalign dentist at NW1 Dental Care and take a FREE smile assessment to know if you are suitable for . Our dentist will access your condition, answer all your questions and show you a 3d preview of how your teeth will move after the Invisalign treatment so you can see your before committing to the .

You’ll find lots of information about Invisalign on our website. If you’re ready to a free consultation, please get in touch.

For issues a jaw surgery is required which is known as orthognathic surgery.  With this, your poorly developed lower jaw or mandible can be surgically and your face will have a different look post-operation.

In the UK, overbite is free on NHS for who are dragonised to be qualified for it. However, even adults with severe may for NHS treatment based on their fees.

An overbite will normally have the following elements :

As all the work is carried out inside your mouth you don’t get any scare to worry about. After the surgery, you might be asked to stay at the and for the next 2-4 weeks avoid any strenuous work which means take time off work or school. Also, for better of your teeth, you might be required to take more o orthodontic work pre and post-surgery.

After your with braces or Invisalign clear aligner, are required to put a retainer after the treatment to stop the teeth from any from the new position and hold it back from into the old place.

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