Do You Have an Overbite? Here Are 5 Reasons to Correct It

Braces are most known for their ability to straighten crooked, gapped, and otherwise misaligned teeth. However, their ability to address uneven bites is impressive too! Traditional braces and even discreet alternatives, like Invisalign, have the ability to properly align a patient’s teeth and their bite, improving the look and function of their smile in the process. If you are on the fence about committing to treatment, read on to learn five reasons to correct your overbite!

Reason #1: Prevent Premature Wear and Tear

Slight overbites are quite common and usually nothing to worry about. Too much overlap, however, and enamel wear becomes a concern. Over time, this can result in premature wear and tear, causing your teeth to become worn down and misshapen. So, correcting an overbite will not only enhance your smile; it’ll protect your teeth!

Reason #2: Protect Your Oral Health

Orthodontic issues, like overbites and overcrowding, often result in a less than effective oral hygiene routine. That’s because food particles and plaque can burrow in the unique crevices that improperly aligned teeth create. Fortunately, braces can guide your teeth and your bite into the ideal positions, helping to decrease your chances of developing a serious dental problem, like tooth decay, in the process.

Reason #3: Improve Your Chewing Patterns

Naturally, your teeth play an essential role in helping you bite into and break down your food. If your teeth aren’t properly aligned, however, then your chewing pattern may be compromised. Unfortunately, this can result in unwanted consequences, like indigestion. For this reason, patients often notice a huge improvement in their overall well-being after getting their overbite corrected too!

Reason #4: Correct Speech Impediments

As you go about your day, you probably rarely (if ever) put thought into how you’re able to communicate clearly with others. The process is actually quite complex! Essentially, your tongue makes a series of distinct movements against the back of your teeth, which manipulates the airflow and forms words. Since an overbite can prevent your tongue from hitting your teeth correctly, getting braces can also help correct speech impediments.

Reason #5: Enhance Your Confidence

One of the most common reasons patients choose to correct their overbite is because it detracts from their beautiful smile. In severe cases, it can even negatively impact one’s face shape! The good news is that there are several types of braces that can seamlessly address overbites, boosting the patient’s self-esteem in the process.

Overbites may be common, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t worth correcting. In fact, investing in braces to properly align your bite can result in numerous benefits! So, don’t wait – get in touch with your orthodontist today.

About the Practice

For our team at Serenity Orthodontics, creating straight teeth and even bites isn’t just what we do every day; it’s our passion! We love helping patients transform their smiles, oral health, and even quality of life in a way they never knew was possible. So, if you have an overbite, don’t hesitate to schedule an initial consultation with our team via our website or by phone at (678) 879-3006. We’d love to help you on your journey to improved oral health and enhanced confidence!