Most certified oral surgeons are able to successfully correct underbites. Several common types of surgery to correct underbite include reshaping to lengthen the upper jaw or shorten the lower jaw. In some cases, the use of wires, plates, or screws may maintain proper shape of the jawbone. Do Underbites goRead More →
The most common methods to correct an underbite include: An upper jaw expander. This may be recommended if the upper jaw is also small in width. … The ‘reverse-pull’ headgear. … Braces or clear aligners. … Tooth extraction. … Surgery. Can an underbite be corrected? Most certified oral surgeons areRead More →
One of the most common bite problems is an underbite when the lower jaw protrudes past the upper teeth. Though not as common as an overbite, about one in every 20 people has the condition. Are Underbites more attractive? Persons with normal occlusion were rated as most attractive, intelligent, agreeable,Read More →