If the upper jaw grows more than the lower jaw, or the lower jaw is underdeveloped, it leads to excessive overlap of front teeth.
When permanent teeth lack space or erupt incorrectly, they shift and deepen the bite.
Grinding or constant clenching can push teeth into a deeper bite over time.
Thumb-sucking, tongue thrusting, prolonged pacifier use or bottle feeding influence teeth and jaw alignment toward deep bite.
Constant overlap causes upper front teeth to strike lower ones or gum, leading to enamel erosion and sensitivity.
Lower incisors may contact gums behind upper teeth, damaging soft tissue and causing gum recession.
Misaligned bite reduces biting efficiency and may strain teeth during eating.
Deep bite places stress on temporomandibular joints, leading to fatigue, pain, clicking, or headaches.
Front tooth overlap can interfere with tongue placement, causing lisping or unclear sounds.
Excessive overlap can shorten lower face height, change chin appearance, and unbalance facial profile.
At AQR Orthodontics (Jumeirah), led by Dr. Abdul Qadir, depending on age and severity.
In children whose jaw growth is still active, use growth-modifying appliances like bite plates, anterior bite-turbo devices, functional appliances (e.g., twin-block, edgewise bite correctors) to reduce overlap, habits correction (tongue thrust, thumb sucking) and sometimes use of removable or partial braces to guide tooth eruption.
At this stage, full braces (metal or ceramic) often combined with vertical elastics, incisor intrusion techniques, or TADs (temporary anchorage devices) to correct deep bite. Clear aligners may work for mild-to-moderate cases when combined with attachments/elastics for bite depth control.
For adult deep bites, if dental only, options include braces or aligners with intrusion, crowns/restorative build-up in some cases. Severe skeletal deep bites often require combined orthodontic-surgical (orthognathic) correction to reposition jaws, followed by retention to prevent relapse.
We differentiate skeletal vs dental deep bite causes using advanced imaging to tailor the right treatment.
From early intervention in kids to surgical options in adults, we have solutions for every age group.
Use of clear aligners, TADs, digital planning, and minimal discomfort protocols.
Emphasis on retention, follow-up, and relapse prevention so results last.
If you suspect a deep bite, schedule your consultation with Dr. AQR today to assess your situation and explore custom treatment plans toward a healthier, balanced smile.
Transforming Smiles with Expert Orthodontist in Jumeirah, Dubai
Get your teeth straightened with precision using metal braces, ceramic braces, or Damon braces. Perfect for kids, teens, and adults seeking effective, time-tested smile correction.
Discreet, comfortable solutions like Invisalign and Spark clear aligners for kids, teens, and adults. A modern alternative to braces for straightening teeth with ease and flexibility.
Preserve your smile with fixed, removable, or invisible retainers. Options include Hawley, Essix, and permanent retainers—designed to prevent relapse and maintain long-term orthodontic results.
Life-changing facial transformations guided by 3D planning to address severe jaw imbalances using a combined orthodontic-orthognathic surgery approach – a dedicated process to restore form, function and aesthetics.
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