Overbite Underwhelming.

One of the first toothpaste mascots was a cute bucked-tooth beaver. Sure, he was popular for his nearly 50 year run, but that overbite that was so cute on him isn't nearly as cute on you (or comfortable).

Overbites, a misalignment of the jaw, can be caused by a number of factors including:
    •    Facial injury;
    •    Thumb sucking;
    •    Genetics;
    •    Poor posture;
    •    Arthritis;
    •    A mouth too small for your teeth;
    •    Habits like teeth grinding and clenching;
    •    Early loss of primary or permanent teeth;

    •    Ill-fitting dental restorations; and/or

    •    Weak or malfunctioning jaw muscles.

While the cosmetic issues are obvious, a misaligned jaw is also serious condition that affects many people adversely. That overbite, also known as a malocclusion, can be the cause of many chronic, painful conditions including:

    •    Miraines;

    •    Sleep apnea and related health effects;

    •    Hindered opening and closing of the jaw;

    •    Difficulty chewing;

    •    Pain when chewing;

    •    Breaking a tooth;

    •    Difficulty forming words;

    •    Difficulty cleaning your teeth;

    •    TMD—jaw joint disorder;

    •    Facial, neck and back pain; and/or

    •    Abnormal facial appearance.

Luckily, this is not an incurable situation. There are several treatments which we can use to relieve your discomfort.

If you are experiencing problems with your bite, we need to examine you as soon as possible.

Let us increase your comfort and give you a reason to smile!