Open Bite Treatment with Invisalign
An open bite occurs when the front teeth do not touch when the mouth is closed. It is treated with Invisalign clear aligners through personalized digital planning.
Symptoms
- Inability to bite food with the front teeth
- Difficulty pronouncing "s" and "z" sounds
- Visible gap between front teeth when mouth is closed
- Excessive load and wear on the back teeth
- Chewing only with the back teeth
- Dry mouth and gum problems
Open Bite Treatment with Invisalign
An open bite occurs when the upper and lower front teeth do not touch when the mouth is closed, leaving a visible gap between them. It can develop in the front teeth or the side teeth, though it is most commonly seen in the front (anterior open bite).
Causes
The most common causes of an open bite are childhood habits: prolonged thumb sucking, pacifier use, tongue thrusting, and mouth breathing. Regular pediatric dental checkups are recommended for early detection of these habits. Genetic factors and excessive vertical growth of the jaw bones can also lead to an open bite. In adults, tongue thrusting habits and TMJ disorders may be contributing factors.
If Left Untreated
An untreated open bite can lead to speech difficulties, inability to bite with the front teeth, excessive loading and wear on the back teeth, TMJ problems, and aesthetic concerns over time. Worn back teeth may require restoration with zirconia crowns. Additionally, dry mouth and gum disease risks increase due to mouth breathing.
At Doredent, our Invisalign Diamond Provider orthodontist Uzm. Dt. Merve Ozkan Akagunduz precisely analyzes your open bite with an iTero digital scan and creates your personalized treatment plan. Alternatively, braces treatment may also be considered.
Bite Correction
Functional closure of the front teeth is restored
Speech Improvement
Speech difficulties caused by the open bite are corrected with treatment
Personalized Plan
Individual digital planning and simulation for each case
See Your Treatment Results Before You Start
With the iTero digital scanner we use at Doredent, we create a 3D model of your mouth in seconds. Thanks to the Invisalign Outcome Simulator, we show you what your teeth will look like when treatment is complete, right at your first appointment.
This way, you see the result before starting treatment and make an informed decision.
Completed in 5 Minutes
No need for traditional impressions; digital scanning is fast and comfortable
3D Outcome Simulation
Watch on screen how your teeth will look after treatment is complete
Completely Free
The digital scan and simulation are performed at no charge
Precise Planning
Millimetric measurements determine treatment duration and aligner count from the start
The Doredent Difference in Open Bite Treatment
Our distinctive approach to open bite treatment as an Invisalign Diamond Provider clinic.
iTero Digital Scanning
Instead of traditional impression molds, we use the iTero digital scanner for millimetric precision, comfortable, and fast impressions. You see your treatment outcome in 3D before starting.
Diamond Provider Expertise
Our orthodontist Uzm. Dt. Merve Ozkan Akagunduz holds Invisalign's highest certification level, Diamond Provider status, and has completed hundreds of successful open bite cases.
Personal Treatment Coordinator
A dedicated coordinator is assigned to you throughout your treatment. Your appointments, questions, and progress are managed by a single point of contact.
Transparent Process Management
You are informed at every stage of your treatment. Aligner count, treatment duration, and cost are determined at the first consultation with no surprises.
Frequently Asked Questions About Open Bite
The most common causes are childhood habits: thumb sucking, prolonged pacifier use, tongue thrusting, and mouth breathing. Regular pediatric dental checkups are therefore important. Genetic factors and excessive vertical growth of the jaw bones can also lead to an open bite.
Treatment duration varies depending on the severity of the open bite. Mild cases may see results in 8 to 12 months, while moderate cases can take 14 to 20 months. At Doredent, your treatment duration and aligner count are determined at the first digital scan.
Yes, if the habits that caused the open bite (tongue thrusting, thumb sucking, etc.) are not controlled during treatment, the success rate may decrease and the risk of relapse increases. Our orthodontist recommends habit-breaking exercises or guidance when necessary.
No, an open bite can occur at any age. While it usually develops due to habits in children, it can also develop in adults as a result of tongue thrusting habits, TMJ disorders, or tooth loss. In areas where tooth loss has occurred, dental implants may also be considered. Invisalign achieves successful results in adults as well.
Invisalign treatment generally causes very little discomfort. You may feel slight pressure during the first 1 to 2 days of each new aligner set, which indicates the teeth are moving and subsides quickly. It offers a much more comfortable experience compared to braces treatment.
When you visit Doredent, our orthodontist captures a 3D image of your mouth using the iTero digital scanner. The process takes approximately 5 minutes, is completely painless, and is far more comfortable than traditional impressions. After the scan, your current dental condition and the expected treatment outcome are shown to you instantly.
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