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A member asked:
Does a overbite that covers all of the bottom teeth severe to the point braces are needed?
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Normal vertical overbite is approximately 27% (top teeth cover about 27% of bottom teeth). You describe an overbite of approximately 100%, 4 times deeper than normal. If front teeth do not couple properly, occlusion of back teeth can be compromised as well as proper function. Please see a qualified Orthodontist for an Initial Examination (usually free) and a discussion of your malocclusion.
Answered 2/7/2022
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