Life is all about alignment—whether it’s syncing your goals with your passions or finding balance in your relationships and surroundings. But what about your bite? Just like the world around you, your teeth play a crucial role in keeping things in harmony. When your bite is misaligned, it can affect not just your smile but your overall well-being. Correcting an overbite can help restore balance, both in your mouth and your life. At Orthodontist Associates of Western New York, we recommend Invisalign for overbite correction as a discreet way to get in alignment.
Before choosing Invisalign for overbite correction, it’s important you understand what an overbite is, what Invisalign is, and how, together, the two are a fierce and effective duo. That way, you can make a well-informed decision about your care.
What Is an Overbite?
When we refer to your bite, we’re talking about your occlusion. When your bite is misaligned, it’s known as a malocclusion, and an excessive overbite is a specific type of malocclusion.
An overbite refers to the vertical overlap between your upper teeth and lower teeth. A normal overbite has a slight vertical overlap and is essential for proper chewing and preventing tooth damage. An excessive overbite is when the upper teeth extend too far vertically over the lower teeth. If you have a moderate to severe overbite, it can lead to complications and increase the risk of oral health problems.
It’s important to note that an overbite is not the same as an overjet, which some call “buck teeth.” An overjet is a different type of malocclusion that people commonly mistake for an overbite.
Problems With an Excessive Overbite
Overbites can be caused by various factors like genetic predisposition, excessive bone growth, or childhood habits like prolonged thumb sucking. Other causes of overbite include teeth grinding or tongue-thrusting. If left untreated, an excessive overbite can lead to many dental issues. These issues vary from tooth decay and enamel wear to chewing difficulties and speech impediments. An excessive overbite can even lead to gum disease and receding gums.
So, how do you know if you have an overbite? The best way to know is by visiting professionals like us for a diagnosis. Our team is well-equipped to assess your occlusion and work together to find the best solution for you.
Depending on the severity of your bite, we may be able to use Invisalign for overbite correction. Invisalign is a versatile solution that offers several benefits that can enhance your oral health.
How Invisalign for Overbite Correction Can Help
Invisalign® clear aligners are a comfortable way to correct mild to moderate overbites. We’ll get started by taking dental impressions and measuring your teeth. We can do these impressions digitally with our intraoral scanner—no messy putty needed. We’ll also take a bite registration to understand how your teeth meet, followed by X-rays to assess the positioning of your teeth. Finally, we’ll take a series of photos to help us document your treatment progress.
We send this information to Invisalign, and their technicians create a digital simulation of your potential treatment. Once we review, fine-tune, and approve the plan, your aligners are created using a 3D printer.
The aligners work by gradually shifting your teeth into the desired position. These clear aligners can correct your overbite by applying gentle pressure to your teeth. Depending on the severity of your overbite, treatment duration ranges between 12 and 24 months.
After your treatment, we recommend you wear a retainer to maintain the results.
Get Invisalign for Overbite Correction Today—Schedule a Free Consultation
Correcting your overbite with Invisalign can help you achieve a healthier smile and a more balanced life. With its clear, discreet aligners and gradual tooth shifting, Invisalign offers an effective and comfortable solution for mild to moderate overbites. Whether you’re seeking to improve your appearance, enhance your oral health, or simply restore harmony to your bite, Invisalign is a great choice.
If you’re ready to start, schedule a free consultation with us today and take the first step towards a more aligned, confident you!
