What is Malocclusion of the Teeth? 0
As an orthodontic practice we deal with all kinds of cases walking through our doors. With expert and fully trained consultant orthodontists, our patients leave with the smile of their dreams. A common case we see a lot is malocclusion, but what exactly is this?
A malocclusion is a misalignment or incorrect relation between the two dental arches when biting down.
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How to Prepare for Jaw Surgery 0
When you have a complex bite such as an overbite, underbite or open bite that can’t be fixed with braces alone you may be recommended to have jaw surgery. When you have a malocclusion, your top and bottom teeth may not meet in the middle when you bite together. This can cause biting and chewing to be painful. However, more often than not the main reason people choose this type of surgery is that they want to boost their confidence. In this blog, we discuss what you will need to do to prepare for jaw surgery.
