Malocclusion, or what is commonly called "bad bite," is the improper alignment of teeth and/or jaws. When your teeth and jaws are not properly aligned, it may impact your bite, the ability to properly care for your teeth, your gum tissue health and even your appearance.
How Common is Malocclusion?
Most people experience some degree of malocclusion, but it generally is not severe enough to require corrective measures. If your malocclusion is serious enough, however, orthodontic treatment may be necessary to correct the issue.
Problems Caused by Untreated Malocclusion
Untreated malocclusion can lead to undesirable mouth problems, including tooth decay, gum disease, chipped and cracked teeth. The most common solution for malocclusion, of course, is orthodontic treatment.
Treatment Options
The actual course of treatment, including the length of time you will require orthodontic care, will be determined by severity of your malocclusion. The goal of your treatment is to move your teeth into the proper position and correct any misalignment in the jaw. If overcrowding is causing the problem, your orthodontist may need to remove one or more teeth as part of treatment.
Modern orthodontic practices use the most advanced technology in the field in order to ensure that you receive the best possible results. If you have any questions about malocclusion, please contact us and we'll try to answer any questions you may have!
