I Can’t See My Lower Teeth: Let’s Look at the Causes and Problems of a Deep Bite!

Hello~

I’m Lee Juri, the head doctor at Seoul Bardi Dental Clinic.

Have you ever looked in the mirror and seen your upper front teeth covering your lower teeth a lot?

Or have you been told at the dentist, “Your upper and lower teeth are biting very deeply”?

If so,

you are likely to have

a deep bite.

This condition is not only an aesthetic issue,

but is also closely related to jaw joint health, tooth wear, and chewing function.

I Can’t See My Lower Teeth: Let’s Look at the Problems Caused by a Deep Bite!

In this post, we will look at what a deep bite is, why it happens, and what problems it can cause. What Is Anterior Deep Bite?

In a normal bite,

the upper front teeth slightly overlap the lower front teeth.

However, when they overlap too much, this is called a deep bite.

Usually, the following appearance is observed

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When you bite down, the lower teeth are barely visible, or the upper teeth overlap the lower teeth excessively.

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In some cases, the lower teeth touch the upper teeth and you can observe worn teeth that have been ground down.

Causes of Deep Bite?

Why do the upper and lower teeth bite so deeply??

A deep bite can occur due to several factors, from genetic influence to daily habits and dental arch development.

First, there is a problem with jawbone growth.

The growth rates of the upper and lower jaws may differ, causing the bite to become misaligned.

250430 Difference in Jaw Growth

Second, the teeth may be positioned incorrectly.

This includes cases where the upper front teeth come down too far or the lower front teeth are too short.

Third, bad habits can also be a cause.

Habits such as teeth grinding or clenching place pressure on the teeth for long periods of time, so they tend to deepen the bite.

Fourth, baby teeth may fall out too early.

As the teeth are being replaced, the alignment can shift, causing the symptom where the lower teeth are not visible!

Problems That Deep Bite Can Cause

Beyond simply not being able to see the lower front teeth, it can cause various functional and aesthetic problems.

250430 The lower front teeth may continuously contact the upper teeth, causing wear, or the upper teeth may press strongly on the lower teeth and crack.

Second, because the upper and lower front teeth bite too deeply, jaw joint pain or clicking sounds may occur.

Since the alignment of the teeth is abnormal, the chewing function used to cut food may decline.

Because the lower front teeth are not visible, there are also aesthetic concerns.

Do You Need Orthodontic Treatment?

Just because the lower teeth are not visible or the upper and lower front teeth bite deeply does not mean orthodontic treatment is always necessary.

250430 Deep-biting, broken, and worn front teeth

However, if the patient feels discomfort, has jaw joint symptoms, or has significant aesthetic concerns, it may be worth considering.

Whether treatment is needed depends on the individual’s condition, age, and whether symptoms are present, and is determined based on an accurate analysis and diagnosis.

In particular, a deep bite is not something that can be corrected by adjusting tooth position alone; the relationship between the upper and lower bite must also be adjusted, so precision is required.

Do not judge on your own!! The most important thing is enough consultation with a dentist or orthodontic specialist.

Orthodontic treatment is not necessary in every case, because treatment is decided according to whether there are symptoms and the problems that are currently appearing.

To summarize... Not being able to see the lower front teeth is a symptom of a deep bite in which the upper teeth bite too deeply.

In addition to aesthetic reasons, functional problems can also occur.

I hope this was helpful.

Thank you.

This article was written by a medical professional in accordance with the Medical Service Act for the purpose of providing information to promote public health, and is not intended as advertising or solicitation for any specific treatment or medical institution.

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