Underbite

Experiencing discomfort from an underbite? Is your smile heading you back? No worries! You can get your underbite corrected with our fast and efficient dental techniques.

Underbite causes

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Achieving a perfect smile can be a battle for many people with an orthodontic issue. But that doesn’t mean it’s permanent, it can be treated. With the evolution of dental technology, Best Invisalign Dentist can fix this type of dental issues with ease. Treatment becomes easy, if we know the actual cause.

Genetics

Most often, an underbite is genetic. There are chances that you can develop an underbite if at least one other person in your family also has it.

Injury

Severe injuries to the face can permanently damage the jawbones. The jaws don’t always fit properly even after being surgical correction. So, this can be the reason for the underbite.

Tumors

Tumors and cysts on the jawbones, gums or in the mouth may cause the jaws to bulge, causing an underbite. Tumors need to be treated on time, otherwise, it can cause serious issues.

Thumb Sucking

It can be one of the possible reasons for the underbite problem. Prolonged thumb sucking can put continuous pressure on the front teeth and push them forward.

Bottle feed

A study revealed that babies who bottle-fed in the first three months of their life may have misaligned teeth later in their childhood. Bottle feed can affect muscles development and jaw alignment.

Mouth breathing

While breathing through the mouth, the tongue is positioned against the lower front teeth that push the jaw forward. This results in underbite in early childhood.

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Complications caused due to Underbite

Underbites should never go uncorrected, even early treatment is needed in children. If they are left untreated, it can cause severe pain, jaw problems, and other dental conditions over time. Common complications of an untreated underbite are:
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Tooth decay

An underbite can increase the risk of tooth enamel damage due to teeth misalignment. As the tooth enamel wears down, cavities can be developed.

Sleep Apnea

Untreated underbites can result in sleep apnea disorder which is connected to mouth breathing and heavy snoring.

Chewing trouble

An underbite can cause chewing and biting discomfort in people. People can have trouble opening their mouths properly.

Aesthetic problem

An extreme underbite can change your facial structure. It can also result in an extended chin and hence affect your looks.

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Various treatment option for underbite

Many people have doubts regarding the effectiveness of underbite treatment. For them, we have made our underbite before and after section, where they can get a clearer view and outcome of the treatment.

Underbite braces

Underbite braces work by pushing, twisting and moving the teeth into the right position for a better alignment. To make the treatment effective, wearing a retainer is important.

Upper jaw expander

It is a molded plastic and wire device attached to the upper portion of the mouth. You need to wear it for a year at night only.

Underbite Invisalign

It is the most suitable option for individuals who has mild to a moderate underbite. These are clear aligners, unnoticeable and can effectively treat underbite.

Jaw surgery

In this process, small screws and plates will be implanted around the jawbones to ensure they don’t shift back. This is recommended for patients with severe underbite issues.

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Benefits of choosing underbite treatment

Underbite correction techniques will make your jaws and teeth more efficient and healthier. The overall improvement to your jaw and bite will allow for an increased enjoyment in life. If you are wondering see below –

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Comfort

One of the reasons why people decide to get underbite treated is to get relief from jaw pain. One will be comfortable in all dental activities like chewing, brushing, flossing etc. after the treatment.

Tooth Wear

As the teeth are correctly aligned after the treatment, the pressure of the bite will be spread evenly around the jaw. So, there won’t be unnecessary wear & tear of teeth.

Speech

The correction of the underbite can have a positive effect on speech. Correcting the lower jawline will help to improve speech capabilities.

Appearance

With underbite treatment, your facial appearance will be improved. It’ll help many to find new confidence and move ahead in their life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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How an underbite can be treated?
Invisalign is one of the most effective ways to deal with a mild underbite issue. But in case of severe underbite or misaligned or overcrowding teeth, an oral surgeon can help you. He/she will perform an underbite correction surgery to align your lower and upper teeth.
Can you correct an underbite without braces?
Generally, there are three main options- Invisalign, braces, and cosmetic procedures like veneers or crowns to treat underbite in children as well as adults. Surgical correction is necessary when other treatments are not effective.
What is the right age to correct an underbite?
The earlier an underbite is fixed, the better and faster the results will be. If a child’s underbite is mild, parents can wait until the child turns 7 to seek corrective treatment such as Invisalign, braces etc.
Is an underbite a malformation?
Overbite, underbite, crossbite, open bite, misaligned teeth, crooked teeth and protruding jaw are different types of facial malformations. The deformity exists in 3 ranges: mild, moderate, and extreme.
Why is an underbite bad?
Not all underbites are bad. Some cases of underbite are mild and hardly unnoticeable. But in some cases, it is quite severe where the lower teeth extend far forward. It is more than just a cosmetic problem. Such cases need correction.
What is a mild underbite?
When lower teeth overlap the upper teeth, it is called an underbite. A mild underbite is when the two rows of teeth almost meet, but the teeth don’t meet at all because of the wide gap. It can be treated with Invisalign treatment.