[Health Column] Having trouble cutting ramen with your front teeth? Check your bite.

 

hello, Smile Dental Clinic of Director Oh Su-hwan no see.

When you eat ramen or cold noodles It's especially difficult to cut cotton with your front teeth Have you ever felt that way?

 

Or look in the mirror The upper teeth overlap the lower teeth too deeply. I also get that feeling.

 

These symptoms are not simply a problem with the shape of the teeth. Occlusion (teeth interlocking) problems It is possible.

 

Today, many people are confused Difference between overbite and open bite , and

These two occlusion problems How it affects the health of your teeth and jaws Let me explain it to you simply.

 

1. Is biting too deep a problem? What is an "overbite"? ?

✨ An occlusion in which the upper teeth excessively cover the lower teeth

In general, in normal occlusion The upper teeth are overlapping the lower teeth Structure that slightly covers about 2~3mm It shows.

 

but In case of overbite The upper teeth are overlapping the lower teeth Covering more than 4~5mm deep , he says.

 

In severe cases When the mouth is closed, the lower teeth are barely visible.

 

 

📌 Why does this occlusion occur?

 

🔸 If the upper jaw is long or the lower jaw is underdeveloped

🔸 If the chewing height is lowered after losing a molar

🔸 The habit of clenching your teeth

🔸 Grinding teeth

 

 

📌 What problems will arise if left unattended?

 

⚠️ Increased strain on the temporomandibular joint

⚠️ Noise or pain in the jaw

⚠️ Lower teeth irritate the gums of the palate

⚠️ Increased tooth wear

 

 

 

  2. What if my front teeth are floating? What are the characteristics of an "open bite"? ?

✨ Occlusion in which the front teeth do not meet and there is a gap

Open bite is the opposite of overbite. A condition in which a gap remains between the front teeth even when the molars are tightly closed , he says.

 

so The front teeth bite the food. It does not function as a cutting tool like scissors.

 

 

📌 What are the main causes?

 

🔸 Genetic factors

🔸 Childhood thumb sucking habit

🔸 Mouth breathing habit

🔸 Tongue sticking out habit

 

 

📌 Inconveniences that arise in everyday life

 

⚠️ It's difficult to bite off ramen or cold noodles with your front teeth.

⚠️ Feeling like my pronunciation is leaking

⚠️ Dry mouth

⚠️ Increased risk of bad breath and cavities

 

👉 So, open bite patients A situation where you have to cut food with your molars This happens often.

 

3. Is surgery always necessary for treatment? ?

✨ These days, there are many cases where improvement is possible with orthodontic treatment alone. .

In the past, when occlusal problems were severe, There were also cases where surgery was considered.

 

But recently, with the advancement of orthodontic technology, Improvement possible with orthodontic treatment alone There are many such cases.

 

📌 Overbite treatment

 

🔸 Using a mini screw A relationship that bites deeply shallow adjustment

 

🔸 For growing children Balance jaw growth Jaw correction

 

 

📌 Open bite treatment

 

🔸 Sticking out tongue, etc. Improving habits comes first

 

🔸 After that, use mini screws etc. By adjusting the position of the molars Encourage the front teeth to close naturally

 

 

 

FAQ

Q1. I have an overbite, but if it doesn't cause any pain, can I just leave it alone? ?

A1 . Even if you don't have pain right now, in the long run Temporomandibular joint compression or tooth wear may occur. A check-up is recommended, especially since aesthetic changes may occur.

 

 

Q2. Is it because of my open bite that I can't stop eating ramen? ?

 

A2. Yes, if your front teeth don't fit together Your ability to stop eating may be weakened.

So, it is often broken using the tongue or molars.

 

Q3. Can I return after orthodontic treatment? ?

 

A3. In case of open bite If habits such as tongue sticking out remain, there is a possibility of relapse. There is this.

so Habit correction and maintenance device management are important.

 

conclusion

Overbite and open bite Occlusal problems with opposite aspects no see.

 

But in common

✔️ Temporomandibular joint strain

✔️ Tooth wear

✔️ Difficulty eating food

It can cause the same problem.

 

The most important thing is Accurately understanding your occlusion status no see.

 

When I looked in the mirror If your symptoms are similar to those described today ✨ Check your condition by consulting an orthodontic specialist I recommend it.

 

A healthy smile It starts with proper occlusion.