Overbite
Overbite
An overbite, also called “buck teeth” is identified when the upper teeth protrude over the lower teeth.
Types of Overbites:
Vertical Overbite – the top teeth significantly overlap the bottom teeth.
Horizontal Overbite – the top teeth protrude over the bottom teeth.
While an overbite is diagnosed as vertical or horizontal, some patients exhibit signs of both types.
Symptoms of an Overbite:
- Appearance related
- Difficulty with jaw opening
- Discomfort while biting or chewing
- Jaw pain
- Speech challenges
What Causes an Overbite?
- Thumb sucking
- Teeth grinding (bruxism)
- Tongue thrusters
- Pacifier use
- TMD
How Does an Overbite Affect the Body:
- Breathing challenges
- Difficulty or pain when chewing
- Gum disease
- TMD
- Tooth decay and cavities
- Speech problems
Did You Know ?
Approximately 38% of the general population has a type of orofacial myofunctional disorder.
