Common Bite Problems

Crowding, or "Crooked Teeth," occurs when there is not enough space for the permanent teeth.

Spacing occurs where there is excess space between teeth.

A Deep OverBite occurs when the top teeth completely overlap the bottom teeth

UnderBite occurs when the upper jaw and teeth fit inside, or behind, the lower jaw and teeth.

Excessive OverJet occurs when the front teeth stick out too far.

High canines occur when your Upper or Lower Canine teeth do not have the necessary space to develop. This causes the canines to erupt in incorrect positions.

An Open Bite occurs when the top and bottom teeth do not overlap. This can be due to growth and development or habits such as thumb or finger sucking.

A peg lateral is an small lateral incisor tooth. After aligning with braces, this tooth often requires a filling, veneer, or crown from your dentist.

Anterior Cross Bite occurs when one or more upper front teeth is/are trapped behind the lower front teeth.

Posterior Cross Bite occurs when the upper back teeth fit inside the lower teeth.