Common Problems

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Open Bite

An open bite exists when some teeth don’t meet. It can cause eating problems, speech problems, and excessive wear of the teeth which do meet.

Crooked Teeth

Crowding is a common orthodontic problem.Crowded teeth can be unattractive and difficult to clean.

Cross Bite

The upper teeth should fit outside the lower teeth like a lid on a box. If the upper jaw is too narrow, the lower jaw may swing to one side to allow the teeth to mesh. A crossbite results.

Over Bite

An open bite exists when some teeth don’t meet. It can cause eating problems, speech problems, and excessive wear of the teeth which do meet.

Gap Teeth

The upper front teeth cover the lower teeth. A deep bite can cause excessive wear of the front teeth and gum damage behind the upper front teeth.

Under Bite

The lower front teeth protrude beyond the upper teeth. An under bite can be unattractive and can cause uneven wear of the front teeth.