Common Orthodontic Problems

• Crowding: When there isn’t enough space for the teeth in a particular jaw, causing them to overlap or rotate to try to fit in.

• Spacing: Gaps or spaces between teeth, which may be caused by missing teeth, small teeth, or habits like thumb-sucking.

• Overbite: Occurs when the upper front teeth excessively overlap the lower front teeth, sometimes causing the lower teeth to bite into the roof of the mouth or wear down prematurely.

• Underbite: When the lower front teeth bite in front of the upper front teeth, often due to the lower jaw being too far forward or the upper jaw being recessed.

• Crossbite: When one or more upper teeth bite inside the lower teeth, which can affect both the front and back teeth and lead to uneven wear or jaw issues.

• Open Bite: When the upper and lower front teeth don’t touch when the mouth is closed, creating an open space in the front. This can make biting and speaking difficult.

• Midline Discrepancy: The center of your upper front teeth doesn’t line up with the center of your lower front teeth, which may indicate jaw or bite misalignment.

• Protruding Teeth: Teeth that stick out too far forward, often putting them at risk of damage and affecting appearance and function.

• Impacted Teeth: Teeth that haven’t erupted properly through the gums, often because of overcrowding or being stuck in the jawbone.

• Jaw Growth Issues: Imbalances in upper and lower jaw growth can cause functional and esthetic concerns. Some of these cases warrant early intervention.