Orthodontic problems can affect anyone – in fact, our teeth are almost never naturally perfect. Malocclusion, or a “bad bite”, can cause problems with chewing, oral hygiene, speaking and aesthetics. A bad bite can be genetic, or can be caused by thumb sucking, dental disease, poor dental hygiene, accidents, birth defects or other medical conditions.
Being educated about the orthodontic problem you or your child may have is the first step to correcting it. Orthodontic treatment performed by Dr. Richard Rosenbloom can improve both the functionality of your bite and the appearance of your smile.
Below are some examples of the most common orthodontic problems.
Upper Front Teeth Protrusion
The appearance and function of your teeth may be affected when the upper teeth extend too far forward beyond the lower teeth during normal bite alignment.
Overbite
The appearance and function of your teeth may be affected when the upper front teeth overlap too far over the lower front teeth during normal biting.
Crossbite
The appearance and function of your teeth may be affected when the upper teeth sit inside the lower teeth instead of fitting together in proper alignment.
Openbite
The appearance and function of your teeth may be affected when the upper and lower front teeth do not overlap properly during normal biting and chewing.
Crowding
The appearance and function of your teeth may be affected when there is not enough space for teeth to erupt properly within the dental arch.
Spacing
The appearance and function of your teeth may be affected when spaces or gaps develop between teeth due to growth, alignment, or missing teeth concerns.
Dental Midlines not Matched
The appearance and function of your teeth may be affected when the upper and lower dental midlines do not align properly during normal bite positioning.
Underbite
The appearance and function of your teeth may be affected when the lower jaw extends too far forward beyond the upper front teeth during biting.
