A deep bite is one of the most common bite disorders. It is perhaps one of the most striking abnormalities that can be clearly seen even with the naked eye. Here's what it looks like, what it means and what treatment options are available.
In a regular bite, at rest, the upper teeth cover 1.5-2 mm of the lower teeth. Anything different is called a bite disorder, and as I mentioned earlier, deep bite is at the top of the list.
Apart from being conspicuous blemishes with bite anomalies, very serious can also cause health problems!
What is the deep bite?
Then we'll talk about deep bite, when the upper dentition abnormally covers the lower incisors to a greater extent. The jawbone can be distorted to the extent that, in the closed position, the denture can even reach the lower gum when biting. This can overload the masticatory joints and damage the gums for the reasons mentioned above. It is subject to constant rubbing and can therefore develop gingivitis and sores.
It can start in childhood anomaly also for genetic reasons, so it is worth finding out as soon as possible if you suspect it. Changing teeth is an important circumstance! This is a very sensitive time and it is worth paying very close attention, as the loss of teeth can lead to a deep bite. The bite sinks during this time and teeth can fall out. Of course adult orthodontics can also be managed.
What treatments are available if you have already developed deep bite?
In this situation, the saying is also true that the sooner the better. As there are many consequences of developing a deep bite, it is not worth delaying treatment, as it can can cause irreversible problems in the oral cavity.
It is time-consuming to treat, which is why it is important to start early and complex. In this case, a bite-lifter is used to prevent the two sets of teeth from closing together. The good news is that it does not cause any aesthetic changes, as the inner half of the tooth is invisible braces.
However, it can cause short periods of speech disturbance, but it can quickly become habituated and the patient will love it so much that it really can't be noticed!
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