The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that parents understand the early warning signs of an orthodontic problem and recommends kids be evaluated by an orthodontist by age 7 – 8. Early evaluation provides both timely detection of problems and a greater opportunity for more effective treatment. Well timed intervention guides growth and development, preventing serious problems later. When orthodontic intervention is not necessary, an orthodontist can carefully monitor growth and development and begin treatment when it is ideal.
There are many different types malocclusions or bite problems that require orthodontic treatment at the orthodontic office of Dr. Dennis J. Flanagan DDS MS. Below is a list of the most common orthodontic problems seen today in children, teens, and adults.
Contact the orthodontic office of Dr. Dennis J. Flanagan DDS MS in Rockford or Winnebago IL to schedule a consultation to determine how we can help you with your orthodontic needs. It is not necessary to have a referral from your general dentist to take advantage of this complimentary service we provide to all our patients.
| Overbite: Upper teeth protrude over the lower teeth. Often called “Buck teeth” |  |
| Deepbite: The upper teeth cover the lower teeth wearing down the enamel of the lowers |  |
| Underbite: The lower teeth cover the upper teeth. This may be the result of a jaw growth discrepancy and/or tooth problem. |  |
| Openbite: The upper and lower front teeth do not come together. Often the result of a finger habit, allergies, or enlarged tonsils and adenoids. |  |
| Crowding: Jaws are too narrow or teeth are too large causing crowded or misaligned teeth. |  |
| Spacing: Teeth are too small or jaws are too large causing space between teeth. |  |
| Crossbite: Upper teeth are inside the lower teeth. |  |