Orthodontist i have a big overbite can braces improve my teeth without getting jaw surgery?

Consult needed: In order to find out what can and cannot be done orthodontically in order to correct your bite, you should see an orthodontist (or two or three) for a consultation there are more factors to consider than just whether or not you have an overbite or to what extent. Your orthodontist can then discuss with you what you can expect regarding results, timeframe, fees, etc.

Depends: You need to get an orthodontic/orthopedic consultation. If it is too big, then braces generally are done 1st to align the upper and lower teeth independently. Then the surgery is done by lining up the upper and lower jaws in correct relationship.

Yes: You may need to accept a compromise but i believe you will like the improvement.

Yes, but partial: There are a few non surgical options available for patients that do no want to have jaw surgery. You have to keep in mind that as an adult, your changes are somewhat more limited than teeangers that are still growing. You will definitively get improvement, but do not expect to get absolute correction. As long as your goal is improvement with some degree of compromise.

Yes: We have corrected overbites for as much as 10mm with excellent results and no surgery.

Maybe: There are a lot of factors that go into diagnosing and treating a "big" overbite. Sometimes improvement can be done without jaw surgery, but "improvement" is a relative term. The best thing to do would be to have an orthodontist evaluate you to give you your best options (and don't be afraid to get a second opinion).

Of course: In most cases the "overbite" can be corrected without surgery. The criteria for surgery varies significantly between practitioners.

YES: Yes braces can. Just see an orthodontist for an initial exam and they can answer all of your questions. Most often this exam is free of charge.

Need more info: The surgery/non-surgery decision is not based on overbite (horizontal, vertical, or both?) alone. In adults primary criteria (one of many) is skeletal relationship of upper and lower jaws to each other and to the rest of the Craniofacial structures. Please see a qualified orthodontist for an initial examination (probably complimentary or small fee) to get you started on the right track.

Yes: Orthodontics can indeed improve significant overbites (jet) without surgical intervention. It is a wise orthodontist who knows the limitations of orthodontic reduction of such and its impact upon facial profile. If the amount is too great, orthodontics will surely help in reduction, but there are times when it is unwise to completely correct a skeletal problem with a dental procedure.

See an Orthodontist: Yes big overbites can be improved with braces with out surgery. At age 25 this would likely mean removal of certain teeth to make the improvement. To gain an understanding of what is needed to help this situation you should see an orthodontist, ask your dentist for a referral to an orthodontist. If the dentist says he/she can help you find out what they would do then go see a real orthodontist.