Common malocclusions—that is, problems with the alignment or contact between the upper and lower teeth—can have genetic, functional, or habit-related causes (such as thumb sucking). They can affect chewing, speech, breathing, and even the appearance of the face.
Why should malocclusions be treated? Untreated malocclusions can cause:
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An occlusion is considered within normal limits when the teeth of the upper and lower jaws are well-aligned. The incisors have a normal vertical and horizontal overjet, and there are no spaces between them.
A Class II malocclusion is characterized by an upper jaw that is too far forward relative to the lower jaw, or lower teeth that are too far back relative to the upper teeth.
In conclusion, this type of malocclusion can have a dental cause, a skeletal cause, or both. Frequently, the lower teeth then come into contact with the palate rather than the upper teeth during chewing.
A Class III malocclusion is characterized by a lower jaw that is too far forward relative to the upper jaw. The front teeth are then frequently edge-to-edge or in a crossbite.
The diagnosis of such a malocclusion is very important. We must determine if the malocclusion originates from the dental position or a skeletal position.
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Excellence Dentaire
Dr. Nastya Petkova
1553, rue Viel Montréal,
Québec H3M 1G6
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Excellence Dentaire
Dre Nastya Petkova
1553, rue Viel
Montréal,
Québec
H3M 1G6
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Excellence Dentaire
Dr. Nastya Petkova
1553, rue Viel Montréal,
Québec H3M 1G6
Wednesday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday: 10:00am – 6:30pm
Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am – 3:00pm
