Contact Jeff Dworkin, D.D.S.,
for superior orthodontic care in
University Heights OH.
Heights Smiles
14100 Cedar Road Suites 230
University Heights, OH 44121
Phone: 216.382.0061
When your upper front teeth stick out past your lower front teeth, you have an overbite (also called a deep bite). For most people with overbites, their upper front teeth don’t touch their lower front teeth, and others may not be able to see their lower front teeth.
Overbites happen when your upper jaw grows too much, or your upper front teeth are positioned so that they angle out. Often, the lower jaw may not have grown enough.
Overbite is the result of an overgrowth of your upper jaw or a flaring of your upper teeth.
It’s important to fix an overbite as soon as possible, because it can cause several problems:
- Your front teeth may not be able to work properly
- Your lower front teeth may damage the gums above your upper front teeth
- Your lower front teeth may become worn
- You may have problems with your jaw
- Your smile may not be as beautiful as it could be
OVERBITE CORRECTION
Overbites can be corrected using orthodontic braces that move the front teeth back and bring the lower jaw forward to create proper alignment.
Dr. Dworkin and staff look forward to hearing from you!