BITE PROBLEMS

Do you have any trouble while biting with your teeth? Misalignment of teeth, jaw problems and other problems can cause bite problems. You have the opportunity to find state-of-the-art affordable treatments at Dental Center to correct abnormal bites.

The Bite Problems

When we bite something, we want the teeth in our upper and lower jaws to line up or fit together to give the correct type of bite. However, in some people, the tooth line never fits together, as the teeth in the upper and lower jaws are misaligned. In dentistry, this is called abnormal bites such as “occlusion.” Occlusion can result in trouble chewing, speech problems, smile aesthetic problems, and even wounds in the mouth. Although this condition is very common, its complete treatment is possible and available. Most bite problems are inherited. Mostly the shape of your jaw and the way your teeth align are determined by your genes. Some people inherit different sizes of upper and lower jaws or disproportionately sized teeth which can cause misalignment and abnormal bite. Bite problems can also occur as a result of birth defects such as cleft palate. Some issues such as environmental and lifestyle may also affect. Bad teeth such as missing teeth or cracked teeth, childhood thumb sucking, jaw fracture injuries, incorrectly attached braces or retainers can also cause an abnormal bite.

Regardless of what the problem is, your upper teeth will overlay the bottom teeth perfectly, as our specialists can fix bite problems.

Common Types of Bite Problems

Bite problems are grouped according to the nature of the problem. Some of the most common bite problems our dentists experience in fixing are given below:

Overbite

If your upper front teeth, molars, extend too far out over the lower front molars when you close your mouth, that means you have a bite problem known as overbite. Overbite has an ugly, often “gummy” smile. It may cause the lips to come out when the mouth is closed. Overbite causes excessive wear of the incisors that need fillings. Moreover, the lower teeth can bite on the roof of the upper jaw and cause wounds. Over bite is a problem that we should never ignore.

Underbite

The opposite of overbite is underbite. Here, the lower front teeth protrude far over the upper front teeth. The ability to smile and chew properly can be influenced by overbite as well as underbite.

Crossbite

Cross biting occurs as a result of misalignment of the natural arch of the upper and lower teeth. Instead of every tooth that is nicely aligned with its top or bottom counterpart, the direction of the teeth faces the side of tongue or cheek. Teeth may appear crooked during smiling. Those who try to close the mouth properly with a cross bite can experience difficulty while doing this. The people with this condition can improperly use their jaws, which lead to asymmetry on the face or jawline.

Open Bite

Open bite occurs due to the fact that the front teeth in the upper and lower jaws do not overlap. Thus, the teeth do not have to touch their counterparts on the other side. An open bite can occur as a result of bad habits such as thumb sucking and tongue thrusting. The ability to chew is affected by open bite

Protruding Teeth

The upper teeth grow too far or the lower teeth do not grow long enough. The situations where the upper teeth extend too far out or the lower teeth don’t extend far enough can cause protruding teeth. In addition to the effect of this type of teeth on chewing ability, it also has an effect on the smiling and facial structure.

Bite Treatment in Turkey

It is really essential to properly diagnose the bite problems early and treat them without delay. In order to find out whether you have a bite problems, a professional examination of your jaw can be performed by our specialist dentist in Turkey. The methods we use to determine occlusion problems are biting tests, x-rays and physical examinations. If previously diagnosed by a dentist in your own country, there is nothing that can prevent us from undertaking your treatment process. The treatment process of bite problems may vary depending on the type of problem you have. The treatment option is likely to vary and may need to be phased due to some factors. Some of the most common treatments we have prescribed for bite problems are given below:

Removing some teeth to fix common alignment problems. Reshaping irregularly shaped teeth. Using dental crowns to correct abnormal shapes of teeth and to stall excessive wear. Jaw reshaping surgery (in rare cases).