Common Tooth Problems

Properly aligned teeth not only are attractive, but are easy to clean, allow proper function, and have the best chance of lasting a life time.

Ideal Frontal View

Ideal Lateral View

Dental or tooth problems can occur in many combinations:
CROWDING	CROWDING can occur when the dental arches are too small for the size of the teeth or from extra teeth or improper eruption.
SPACING	SPACING can occur from improper eruption, impacted teeth, missing teeth, small teeth or tooth size discrepancies.
DEEP BITE	DEEP BITE upper front teeth overlap the lower front teeth too much, causing excess tooth wear, injury to the gums and prevents proper growth of the lower jaw.
EXCESSIVE OVERJET	EXCESSIVE OVERJET upper front teeth are too far forward causing problems with lip closure, facial growth and proper function of the jaw. Front teeth are predisposed to traumatic injury when protruded.
ANTERIOR CROSSBITE	ANTERIOR CROSSBITE one or more of the upper front teeth fit behind the lower front teeth. Can be a dental or jaw growth problem. Should be corrected very early a age 4-6 years old.
POSTERIOR CROSSBITE	POSTERIOR CROSSBITE one or more of the upper front teeth fit inside the lower teeth. Can cause injury to gum tissue and tooth wear. Corrections at an early age (4-6 years) provides a more stable result and prevents more complicated growth problems.
ROTATIONS	ROTATIONS can occur with front or back teeth. As well as being an aesthetic problem, the tooth is predisposed to gum recession and improper function.
SUBMERGED PRIMARY TEETH	SUBMERGED PRIMARY TEETH primary or baby tooth is stuck in the bone. Indication of a problem with normal eruption of the permanent teeth. Should be treated immediately
INCORRECT ANGULATIONS	INCORRECT ANGULATIONS like a fence post, teeth last longer if they are upright and in proper position. Angulation problems often lead to tooth mobility and gum recession.