When someone has a misaligned jaw, though they may feel self-conscious of its appearance, the truth is, there is far more to worry about than cosmetics. Misaligned jaws often cause serious dental problems if left untreated, however, our experienced New Jersey dental team is here to help. Please read on and reach out to our team to learn more about overbites and how we can help fix your misaligned jaw. Here are some of the questions you may have:
What are the symptoms of an overbite or misaligned jaw?
If you have a misaligned jaw you will most likely experience various symptoms that can range from mildly discomforting to extremely painful. Some of the most common tell-tale symptoms of a misaligned jaw are as follows:
- Worn down tooth enamel
- Chronic grinding or clenching of your teeth
- Frequent headaches
- Constant pain in your neck
- Having your jaw open or close unevenly
- Having fractured teeth
- Frequently biting your cheek when chewing food
- Certain speech problems that you cannot control
- Finding yourself frequently breathing through your mouth
- Catching your teeth improperly aligning
- Hearing frequent popping or cracking noises in your jaw when talking or chewing food
These symptoms are both inconvenient and painful, which is why if you believe you have an overbite or a misaligned jaw, the most important thing you can do is to make an appointment with an experienced dental professional. Our firm has helped countless individuals with misaligned jaws, and we know we have the knowledge and training needed to do the same for you.
How does a dentist treat an overbite or misaligned bite?
Of course, every mouth is different, so the treatment we prescribe will depend largely on your individual situation. That being said, the most common type of treatment for individuals with misaligned bites is an occlusal adjustment. Essentially, we will first ask you to bite down on a piece of mylar paper. This will give us a clear picture of where your teeth are touching one another. Once we identify the source of discomfort and misalignment, we will perform the occlusal adjustment and restore your bite to its natural position. This is not a particularly complicated procedure, however, it is always best to choose an experienced dental professional. Our team is ready to help.
Contact The Dental Associates of Basking Ridge
Dental Associates of Basking Ridge is a compassionate, gentle, and professional state-of-the-art dental practice serving Basking Ridge, Morris & Somerset County. Our office is always ready to greet our patients with a smile, take the time to answer any questions, and provide the quality dental services our patients expect. Please contact us to schedule an appointment. We look forward to serving you!
