Underbite Treatment with Invisalign
An underbite occurs when the lower teeth are positioned in front of the upper teeth. Mild to moderate cases can be successfully treated with Invisalign clear aligners.
Symptoms
- Lower teeth positioned in front of the upper teeth
- Lisping or unclear speech
- Difficulty biting and chewing food
- Protruding lower jaw visible from the side
- TMJ pain or jaw locking
- Mouth breathing and snoring
Underbite Treatment with Invisalign
An underbite occurs when the lower jaw or lower teeth extend beyond the upper jaw and teeth. It is also known as reverse bite, mandibular protrusion, or in medical terminology, prognathism (mandibular prognathism). Normally, the upper teeth sit slightly in front of the lower teeth; when this relationship is reversed, an underbite develops.
Causes
An underbite is usually caused by genetic factors. Excessive growth of the lower jaw, underdevelopment of the upper jaw, or a combination of both can lead to this condition. Prolonged pacifier use, thumb sucking, or tongue thrusting habits during childhood can also increase the risk. Regular pediatric dental checkups are recommended to detect these habits early.
If Left Untreated
An untreated underbite can lead to speech difficulties, chewing problems, TMJ pain, abnormal tooth wear, and facial asymmetry over time. Worn teeth may require restoration with zirconia crowns. Early intervention significantly reduces these risks.
At Doredent, your underbite is thoroughly analyzed with an iTero digital scan and a personalized Invisalign treatment plan is created for you. Alternatively, braces treatment may also be considered.
Precise Analysis
Millimetric measurement and 3D planning with iTero digital scanning
Aesthetic Treatment
Correction with clear, removable aligners without braces
Short Duration
Visible results in 6 to 12 months for mild cases
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 Underbite Treatment
Our distinctive approach to underbite 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 underbite 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 Underbite
An underbite is usually caused by genetic factors. Excessive growth of the lower jaw or underdevelopment of the upper jaw are the most common causes. Certain childhood habits such as prolonged pacifier use and thumb sucking can also increase the risk. Regular pediatric dental checkups are therefore important.
Mild cases may take 6 to 12 months, while moderate cases can take 12 to 18 months. At Doredent, your treatment duration and aligner count are determined at the first digital scan.
Mild to moderate underbite cases are successfully treated with Invisalign. For severe skeletal cases, your orthodontist may recommend surgically assisted treatment or braces treatment.
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 subsides quickly.
An untreated underbite can lead to speech difficulties, chewing problems, TMJ issues, tooth wear, and facial asymmetry over time. Worn teeth may require restoration with porcelain or zirconia crowns. If tooth loss occurs, dental implants may be considered.
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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