The Importance of Correcting your Overbite from Casula Dental Care
A lot of people don’t realise they have an overbite, as they believe their condition is not serious enough to seek dental attention.
This could also be because other cases are so minor to be noticeable.
Overbites occur when the upper teeth protrude over the lower teeth.
There are cases when an overbite can appear to be a problem with crooked teeth when the person’s teeth and jaws are not lining up properly.
Overbites are easier to treat in children and teenagers since their jaws are still developing.
What Happens to Untreated Overbites
Untreated overbites may result in the following problems:
- Lower front teeth may harm the gums above the upper front teeth
- Speech impediments
- May cause jaw alignment issues
- Unattractive smile
Treatment for Overbites
For Children and Teenagers
Extraction of baby teeth to make room for permanent teeth to grow in straight
Growth modification device helps to position the jaw
Braces move the teeth to correct the overbite as well as the jaw
Retainers used after braces that help to keep the teeth in place
For Adults
Braces move the teeth to fix an overbite
Teeth extraction in very severe cases to allow the teeth to move
Surgery for bone-type overbites can only be corrected with surgery for adults
Benefits of Treating Overbites
- Straighter teeth and better bite
- More attractive smile & improved facial appearance
- Healthier teeth and gums
To learn more about the causes and effects of overbite on your oral health, visit your Casula dentist today here at Casula Dental Care.
The orthodontics treatments we provide are high-quality solutions to various factors that affect your smile and the aesthetics of your teeth.
Quality Dental Care in Casula
Our team at Casula Dental Care are here to make every visit to the dentist as comfortable and pleasant as possible. Contact us to make an appointment.
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Includes dental exam, cleans, fluoride application, X-rays, Mouthguards, simple fillings and simple extractions*
*for patients with dental private health insurance
To book your dental appointment in Casula, please call us on (02) 919 99695 or request your appointment online.
We are located at Shop 17A Casula Mall, 1 Ingham Drive in Casula.