The teeth have been straightened, but it's still an overbite.
May 13, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Liwen
Introduction
"Overbite" refers to a condition where the upper jaw teeth always cover the lower jaw teeth, resulting in a receding chin. In general, an overbite that persists even after orthodontic treatment may be related to an overly large maxilla, excessively long upper teeth, or short lower teeth. Depending on the specific cause, different treatment approaches can be adopted. Some individuals have a relatively small mandible and a relatively large maxilla.
"Overbite" refers to a condition where the upper jaw teeth always cover the lower jaw teeth, resulting in a receding chin. Generally, an overbite may persist even after orthodontic treatment, which could be due to an oversized maxilla (upper jaw), excessively long upper teeth, or abnormally short lower teeth. Different treatment methods can be applied depending on the specific cause. Details are as follows:
1. Oversized Maxilla
Some individuals have a relatively small mandible (lower jaw) and a larger maxilla (upper jaw). In such cases, even if the upper and lower teeth are aligned properly through orthodontics, an overbite may still remain. Orthognathic surgery, such as maxillary reduction surgery, may be considered to reduce the size of the upper jaw.
2. Excessively Long Upper Teeth or Short Lower Teeth
When the upper teeth are too long or the lower teeth are too short, it may lead to misalignment between the upper and lower teeth, causing an overbite. In general, this issue can be corrected through orthodontic treatment.
It should be noted that persistent overbite after orthodontic correction is relatively common, and a personalized treatment plan is necessary. Patients are advised to seek timely medical consultation, communicate thoroughly with their dentist or orthodontist, and choose the most appropriate treatment approach.
