Underbite Correction With Rubber Bands

It occurs when the lower jaw protrudes or juts forward causing the lower jaw and teeth to overlap the upper jaw and teeth.

Underbite correction with rubber bands.

Elastics or rubber bands are an important part of the orthodontic treatment for malocclusion. In some cases the use of wires plates or screws may maintain proper. Don t take them off during this period. Unlike an overbite an underbite is a condition which mostly affects the lower teeth jaw and gums.

As for filling the gap of the removed tooth it is a standard procedure. They are also often used to help close spaces or make sure spaces are closing in the right direction and improve cross bites and midlines. Braces can also include spacers or separators that create space between teeth. Several common types of surgery to correct underbite include reshaping to lengthen the upper jaw or shorten the lower jaw.

Rubber bands are put into place. The rubber ties that hold the wire to the brackets. Within 6 to 8 hours they will begin moving your teeth into the position that the orthodontist has positioned the bands for. In most cases your face will look like it s in better proportion which more people find attractive.

Your teeth may feel a little sore initially getting used to them but don t worry this will pass. And rubber bands that attach to the brackets of both the upper and lower teeth to apply pressure and create a perfect bite. Class 3 malocclusion is called prognathism or underbite. When you use the rubber bands to correct an overbite the final result is moving the jaw slightly forward so your bite comes together correctly.

Rubber bands or elastics are generally used to help improve how teeth fit together. Rubber bands for braces. To correct the overjet upper teeth sticking out direction of the rubber band should be from the upper canines to the lower molars. Why use elastic bands with braces.

In rare cases of extreme underbite surgery might be required.