What happens if you have an overbite do you need braces?

Possibly: Some patients require orthognathic surgery. It's best if you ask this question to a local orthodontist who can actually examine you.

If left untreated: it can lead to tooth loss, trauma to the teeth and "buck teeth". If you have been told by your family dentist that your you have an overbite, an orthodontic evaluation is needed to determine the severity and treatment options.

Overbite: Malocclusion, bad bite, teeth do not function properly, let alone look appropriate. Malocclusions are like snowflakes, no two are exactly alike. See a specialist Orthodontist for an Initial Examination (usually free), a discussion of the complexity of your malocclusion, and available treatment options.