Deep overbite refers to an abnormality of vertical relationship between the upper and lower arch of teeth. Simply put, when the upper and lower arch of teeth normally bite against each other, the upper anterior teeth will cover more than a third of the lower front teeth. Such kind of dental deformity results from various causes, raising concerns whether it will impact jaw growth or not. 

    According to dentists from AKJ Dental Hospital, deep overbite is set to lay negative impact on normal occlusion and mastication. Over time, chances are that it will lead to temporomandibular arthritis, clicking of joint, pain during eating and difficulty in opening mouth. Therefore, it’s suggested to seek proper treatment in a timely manner if you suffer from deep overbite. 

    As for whether it will adversely impact jaw growth, it depends. Deep overbite can be broken down into three categories — dental, skeletal and mixed overbite. As one ages, a dental overbite may develop into a skeletal one. Besides, in a mixed case, it’s usually the skeletal cause that largely accounts for the malocclusion. Orthodontics alone may well fail to perfectly correct skeletal overbite which probably requires a combined treatment of orthodontics and orthognathic surgery. What’s worse, skeletal overbite will bring about an unpleasant result of your facial profile. That’s why it’s really necessary to seek proper treatment for deep overbite in time. 

    Therefore, much importance should be attached to unhealthy habits like frequently biting lower lip, as well as genetic deep overbite. An early treatment to overbite is of great significance, serving to prevent it from progressing into a skeletal one. 

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