What You Need To Know About Crossbite<\/h1>\n
Your child is likely to have a crossbite, which does not normally go away as they grow older. The misalignment may impact only the back teeth, front teeth, or even both. If left untreated, this malocclusion might have catastrophic consequences. Occlusion is the term that describes the way how the teeth fit together as the top and bottom jaws come together.<\/p>\n
What Causes Crossbite?<\/a> | Types of Cross bites<\/a> | What issues do Crossbites cause?<\/a> | How to Treat Crossbite Teeth<\/a> | Crossbite Vs Underbite<\/a><\/p>\n There are two types of dental crossbite: anterior and posterior. When the incisors are positioned within the lower jaw, this is referred to as an anterior crossbite. A posterior crossbite is a condition that affects the back of the jaw and can cause pain and discomfort. Posterior crossbites affect 16% of children, but anterior crossbites affect only 4\u20135% of children.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>What Causes Crossbite?<\/h2>\n
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Whenever the upper jaw is too narrow, it sits inside the lower jaw, causing a crossbite. An orthodontist can cure a crossbite in a variety of ways, all of which are feasible. This can cause you to be self-conscious about your smile, in addition to making eating difficult. One of the potentially serious cases is the Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD). TMJ can result in earaches, jaw pain or discomfort, headaches, as well as jaw problems in the muscles. At Belmar Orthodontics, it is possible to identify the root cause of the problem and prevent TMD and other consequences that may affect your dental and overall health.<\/p>\nTypes of Crossbites<\/h2>\n