One of the serious defects in teeth is severely protruding teeth. This not only causes serious loss of aesthetics but also leads to many consequences such as affecting chewing function, difficulty cleaning, increasing the risk of dental diseases, etc. Therefore, overcoming this situation is extremely necessary to improve oral health as well as improve aesthetics.
In which, braces are considered the optimal solution. However, there are many opinions and concerns about whether severe overbite can be cured? To reduce worry and anxiety, please refer to this article.
Recognizing severe buck teeth
Hooked teeth is generally a condition where the upper and lower jaw do not correlate with each other. Protruding teeth are also very easy to recognize when observed:
- If you look at the face from an angle, you will see the teeth slightly protruding outward, growing at an angle, not straight up
- In case of mild overbite, observing on X-ray film will clearly see the teeth growing at an angle of 20-30 degrees compared to the vertical. Mild cases of coughing can be difficult to detect, only when looking closely can you realize it.
- In cases of severe buck teeth, it is easy to observe with the naked eye without the need for X-ray images. Because not only the teeth but also the jaw protrude outward.
Severe buck teeth are considered a form of dental disease. When the bite is seriously misaligned, factors such as the contact area of the upper and lower teeth and the symmetry of the two jaws are not guaranteed. Severe exposure not only affects facial appearance but also leads to many consequences:
- Psychological obsession due to being teased
- Formation of guilt and low self-esteem
- Can suffer from dental diseases: periodontitis, gingivitis, receding gums, etc. At the same time, a misaligned bite affects the chewing function, causing stomach pain and reflux because the ability to grind food is reduced.
Causes of severe buck teeth
According to theExperts, protruding teeth are divided into 3 types: protruding teeth from teeth, protruding teeth from jaw bone and protruding teeth from both jaw bone and teeth themselves. Among them, protrusion from both the jawbone and the teeth themselves is the most serious and difficult to treat condition. Some causes of severe buck teeth:
- Due to genetics: if grandparents or parents possess buck teeth structure, the rate of inheritance for their descendants is very high.
- The tooth size is too large while the jaw bone does not have enough room to grow, causing the teeth to be crowded, protruding, deviating from the vertical.
- Bad habits while teeth and jawbone are developing: thumb sucking, tongue thrusting, pacifier use.
Is it possible to have braces for severe buck teeth?
For cases of severe overbite, people should choose a reputable dentist with a doctor with good skills, expertise and experience in orthodontics. From there, we can bring good results and limit possible complications and risks. Most people worry that if the chant is too heavy, it may be difficult to adjust and fix. However, today with the development of science and technology, there are many methods to overcome and improve, bringing optimal results. After examining, examining and determining the problems and condition of the teeth, the doctor will recommend the most suitable treatment regimen.
Normally, in cases of severe buck teeth due to teeth, braces will optimally fix them, helping to adjust the teeth to the correct position on the jaw, helping the teeth align and balance. In cases of severe overbite due to the jaw bone, braces will not be very effective, but jaw surgery must be intervened to adjust the jaw to become balanced between the upper and lower jaw.
Can braces that are severely overbite?
Severe overbites due to teeth
Severe overbites will take longer to brace for than mild overbites. The principle of braces is to use devices such as braces or trays to straighten teeth to the standard position on the jaw. Then the joint misalignment will be corrected, helping to have beautiful teeth and a standard bite.
Currently, braces methods are also diverse with braces or clear braces. Braces can be metal braces, ceramic braces, lingual braces, etc. The braces method will use a set of braces with a system of elastic bands and archwires, fixed on the teeth to straighten the teeth. Transparent braces use a transparent brace that hugs the teeth to create force to move the teeth to the standard position.
Depending on tooth condition and economic needs, choose the appropriate braces method. Each braces method has different advantages and disadvantages.
In cases of severe buck teeth during braces, you should follow your doctor’s instructions to achieve the best results.
Treatment of severe buck teeth due to jaw bone
Braces only affect the teeth and not the jawbone, so it will almost never fix a protruding jaw. At this time, the most optimal method to fix it is jaw correction surgery. Through corrective surgery, the jaw bone will be trimmed and adjusted to the correct position.
Braces are severely protruding due to both teeth and jaw bone
In this case, the doctor will combine jaw correction surgery with braces to Adjust jaw and teeth to standard, balanced position.
Through the information in the article, surely everyone will understand better and answer whether severe overbite can go away. To get accurate information and get the most out of your condition, you should see a doctor with expertise and experience.
If you still have concerns or worries, please contact My Auris dentistry immediately for the most detailed advice and answers.
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