2 Common Bites in Orthodontics

Orthodontic treatment requires careful, controlled movements of the teeth to ensure they are moving into proper positions. Orthodontics is so much more than the aesthetics of a beautiful straight smile. The definition of orthodontics is, “the treatment of irregularities in the teeth (especially of alignment and occlusion) and jaws, including the use of braces.” This includes your bite and jaw, which affects the way we speak to how we eat to our overall health.

 We have treated various different types of bites that require orthodontic treatment. In orthodontics, “bite” refers to the way the upper and lower teeth come together. A bad bite called a “malocclusion.” Each patient’s treatment is different and unique, however, there are common bites that orthodontic treatment can help correct.

 1. Crossbite: 
A crossbite occurs when the upper teeth fit inside of the lower teeth. A crossbite can be caused by misalignment of teeth or a misalignment of the bone; it can affect a single tooth or groups of teeth. Your jaw may shift to one side if not corrected and wears down on your tooth enamel.

 2. Underbite:
An underbite occurs when the lower jaw sits in front of the upper jaw. An underbite impacts tooth wear and adds stress to your jaw joints. Through orthodontic treatment, these bites can be corrected and help keep you healthy, beyond an aesthetically pleasing smile. Check out some of our awesome patient's end results on our Facebook page.

 The ultimate goal of our team is to make your orthodontic experience exceptional with life-lasting results. We want your decision to get braces to be one of the best decisions you ever make. Schedule a consultation today or learn more about the different types of orthodontic treatments we offer.

Location: Syracuse, UT, USA

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