Open Bite Before & After Treatment

A lack of vertical overlap of the incisor teeth can usually be caused by inherited or environmental factors. Finger and thumb sucking, mouth breathing, and tongue thrusting can contribute to an openbite. Early identification and interception of the problem is especially important in treating an openbite.

Open bite malocclusion treated with braces only

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Open bite malocclusion treated with braces

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Class III open bite malocclusion treated with braces

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