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What is an overbite?
An overbite means that the upper and lower jaws are not aligned properly. The lower jaw is too small or the upper jaw is too big, and the upper teeth are too far forward or the lower teeth are too far back, meaning that there is too much distance between the upper and lower incisors. The causes can be genetic or developmental in nature.
But in almost all people, the upper row of teeth minimally overlaps the lower row. And only if the position of the teeth deviates too much from this norm, it is referred to as overbite in medicine. A distinction is made between the horizontal misalignment (overjet) and the vertical misalignment (overbite).
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Types of overbite
Deep bite
The upper incisors reach too far down and form a severe overlap with the lower ones, leading to possible injuries in gum tissue.
Closed bite
The upper incisors cover the lower ones and are also tilted.
Prognathism/underbite
In other words, a reverse overbite. The lower incisors are positioned in front of the upper incisors.
Why correct an overbite?
An overbite can cause various health problems and become worse over time. The following are the most common issues associated with an overbite:
Health
How Aligners correct an overbite
In most cases, an overbite can be corrected with removable braces. How it works:
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Every 2 weeks you switch to a new Aligner tray.
Each Aligner tray pushes the teeth slightly more in the desired direction.
Your overbite will be corrected in 3 to 12 months.
How Aligners correct an overbite
In most cases, an overbite can be corrected with removable braces. How it works:
Every 2 weeks you switch to a new Aligner tray.
Each Aligner tray pushes the teeth slightly more in the desired direction.
Your overbite will be corrected in 3 to 12 months.
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Overbite FAQs
Why choose bestsmile?
Dental expertise
Our specialist medical staff will be with you and advise you free of charge during every step of the way over the course of your treatment.
swiss made
All bestsmile products are custom-made in our own production facility in Switzerland.
Personalised treatment plan
Your treatment will be customised exactly to your needs.
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