Campbelltown
5 King St, Campbelltown, NSW 2560
P: 02 4628 3048
E: info@macarthurorthodontics.com.au
Ulladulla
21 Boree St, Ulladulla, NSW 2539
P: 02 4628 3048
E: info@macarthurorthodontics.com.au
Orthodontic Conditions
Underbite
In an underbite, the lower jaw extends out, causing the lower front teeth to sit in front of the upper front teeth. This is also known as a Class III malocclusion.
When the lower jaw is forward in relation to the upper jaw, the lower front teeth protrude beyond the upper teeth and an "under-bite" results.
An under bite can be unattractive and can cause uneven wear of the front teeth and jaw joint problems.
In mild cases, conventional orthodontic treatment with braces, elastics, and reverse- pull headgear can be used to correct the problem.
In more severe cases, jaw surgery is required to correct.
