Does Invisalign Help with Overbites?

An overbite refers to when the top front teeth extend beyond their normal range. This usually means that they close down vertically too far over the front of the bottom teeth. It also can refer to the teeth flaring out too much from the smile line. This is known as horizontal overbite, or more specifically, an overjet (or “buck teeth.”)

There are varying degrees of overbite severity. Overbites could be developmental. They may also be due to some forceful habit during tooth development, such as finger or thumb-sucking. Whatever the extent and whatever the cause, one thing is certain: an overbite can make you very self-conscious!

What you may not have realized before is that an overbite can pose a threat to your oral health. How so? This unnatural positioning of the teeth can:

• Increase the risk of trauma to the upper front teeth
• Allow the bottom front teeth to harm the soft tissue on the roof of your mouth
• Cause difficulty eating and speaking
• Contribute to strain on your TMJ
• Abnormally wear down tooth enamel

Clearly, an overbite is beyond worth correcting!