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Is my severe overbite causing my speech impediment?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: Part of an orthodontic screening is to evaluate function, including speech. Often speech irregularities and malocclusions go hand in hand. Ask a qualified orthodontist to examine you and, if necessary, as for consultation with a speech pathologist.

Answered 9/6/2013

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Definitely, yes: Once an overbite has developed, it can cause several physical ailments like speech impediments, such as lisps.

Answered 1/30/2016

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