Underbite.
When the lower front teeth sit ahead
An underbite describes lower front teeth positioned in front of the upper front teeth when biting together. Tooth position and jaw relationships both matter in understanding it.
Understanding
underbite.
An underbite is a relationship in which lower front teeth sit ahead of upper front teeth when the teeth come together. The pattern can involve tooth position, jaw relationships, or both.
Treatment discussions should consider age, growth, the full bite, and whether care needs to be coordinated with other specialists.
Looking at
the whole picture.
The image above shows one patient example. Your own examination determines what is relevant to you.
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Which teeth and jaw relationships are involved?
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How is growth expected to affect the bite?
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Would a coordinated or staged plan be considered?
A question worth
bringing in.
“Which parts of this underbite can orthodontic care address, and what other evaluation might be needed?”
Dr. Peralta can review your teeth and bite and explain whether treatment is recommended, what approaches may fit, and what to expect.
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