Facts About Dental Deep Bite

Deep bite is a malocclusion that occurs in the vertical plane of space. Some degree of vertical overlapping or overbite is a normal feature of human dentition. However, in some patients it is present with excessive overbite and is termed as Deep Bite.

Deep bite can be skeletal or dental.

Skeletal Deep Bite:

It is characterised by

1. Horizontal pattern of growth
2. Growth discrepancy in jaw bones
3. Decrease Ramal height
4. Lower anterior facial height is often short

Dental Deep Bite:

It is often characterised by

1. Supra eruption of anterior teeth
2. Infra-occlusion of posterior teeth
3. Alteration in the morphology of teeth
4. Excessive overbite

Is Deep Bite rare ?

The occurrence of traumatic occlusion due to Deep Bite is fortunately rare but when it does happen the results can be devastating.

At what age do you recommend the correction of Deep Bite ?

It is widely accepted that the correction of Deep Bite is both easier to accomplish and more stable when performed in growing patient. Ideally by age 7 – 8 years, is when children need to be consulted by an orthodontist.

What is the risk of having a deep bite ?

1. Accelerated wear of upper and lower front teeth
2. Gum recession
3. Increased risk of chipping of front teeth

What happens if you don’t treat a deep bite ?

1. Ulcers that develop on the roof of the mouth
2. Crooked teeth that cannot be corrected until the deep bite correction is done
3. It can cause gum disease, and if left untreated it may lead to periodontitis which is associated with receding of gums, jawbone loss and tooth loss.

How to fix a deep bite naturally ?

Deep bite cannot be fixed naturally. You must consult an orthodontist for the treatment of deep bite.

Can the Deep Bite be fixed without surgery ?

In many cases, Deep Bite can be fixed by wearing braces or other orthodontic devices.

Does treatment of Deep Bite require surgery ?

Treatment of Deep Bite generally involves braces either alone or in conjunction with jaw surgery.

When does the patient of Deep Bite require surgery ?

In severe cases of deep bite, the patient may require orthognathic surgery.

Does having a Deep Bite affect speech ?

Sometimes Deep Bite can affect a person’s ability to speak and to chew the food properly.

Can a Deep Bite revert after the orthodontic treatment ?

If you had orthodontic treatment in the past and forgot to wear your retainers, your excessive overbite could reappear.

You can schedule a consultation appointment with Dr. Seema Bansal for more informantion.