Malocclusion Specialists in Karnataka
Malocclusion refers to a misalignment or improper relationship between the upper and lower teeth when the jaws close, resulting in an imperfect bite. This can p…
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Treatment & Types of Malocclusion in Karnataka
Orthodontic treatment with braces or clear aligners is the primary approach, gradually applying controlled pressure to move teeth into proper alignment over months to years. In cases involving significant jaw discrepancy, orthodontic treatment may be combined with orthognathic jaw surgery to correct the underlying skeletal relationship. Early interceptive orthodontic treatment in childhood, such as palate expanders, can also help guide proper jaw growth and reduce the severity of future misalignment.
Malocclusion is classified using the Angle system into Class I, a normal bite relationship but with crowding or spacing issues, Class II or overbite, where the upper teeth and jaw sit too far forward relative to the lower, and Class III or underbite, where the lower jaw and teeth protrude ahead of the upper, along with specific bite patterns like crossbite and open bite that can occur within any class.