{"id":7489,"date":"2019-07-06T05:39:14","date_gmt":"2019-07-06T04:39:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/?page_id=7489"},"modified":"2026-05-06T11:04:27","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T10:04:27","slug":"open-bite","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/malocclusion-crooked-teeth\/open-bite\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Open Bite? Learn About Causes, Treatment and Problems"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An <strong>open bite<\/strong>, a type of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/malocclusion-crooked-teeth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">malocclusion<\/a> where some of the teeth don\u2019t meet when biting down, often occurs in the transition from milk teeth to permanent teeth. The problem normally corrects itself and doesn\u2019t persist into adulthood. But if a child gets older and still has an anterior open bite then treatment will be needed to avoid problems later in life.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Needing dental work can be worrisome, but our aim is to provide you with all the information you need about <strong>open bite treatments<\/strong> so you know what to expect. We\u2019ll talk about:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Anterior open bite definition<\/li>    <li>Posterior open bite definition<\/li>    <li>Open bite symptoms<\/li>    <li>The problems caused by an open bite<\/li>    <li>Open bite teeth treatment options<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re thinking of fixing your malocclusion with open bite <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/braces-teeth-straightening\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">orthodontics<\/a> treatment like veneers, braces or surgery then we hope this guide helps you make an informed decision.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"whats-the-definition-of-an-open-bite\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" \"whats-the-definition-of-an-open-bite\">What\u2019s the definition of an open bite?<\/h2>    <div class=\"wp-block-image size-medium wp-image-7492\"> <figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8379\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/Open-bite-300x185.jpg\" alt=\"child with open bite\"> <figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Open bite teeth can be quite noticeable<\/figcaption> <\/figure> <\/div>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An open bite occurs when some of the top and bottom teeth don\u2019t make contact when your teeth are closed. The normal position of the teeth is that the top front teeth sit slightly in front of the bottom ones and a little bit lower, with the molars at the back connecting with each other. With an open bite, the <strong>teeth don\u2019t come together properly<\/strong> and there is a visible gap between the top and bottom jaws.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s possible to have an open bite along with another type of bite problem such as an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/malocclusion-crooked-teeth\/overbite\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">overbite<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/malocclusion-crooked-teeth\/underbite\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">underbite<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/malocclusion-crooked-teeth\/crossbite\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">crossbite<\/a>. You can read more about each of these in our separate articles.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Anterior open bite<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Anterior open bite<\/strong> is defined as the front teeth not connecting properly when the back teeth have already made contact. Between 1.5% and 11% of the population may have an open bite of some degree, <a href=\"https:\/\/pdfs.semanticscholar.org\/1f1d\/fef90e9aafdb5bc40288bde99ac14a2b6812.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">depending on the country<\/a>.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The opposite is a <strong>posterior open bite<\/strong>, where the back teeth don\u2019t touch when the front teeth are closed. This kind of malocclusion isn\u2019t so common, but it can sometimes happen during treatment with braces or elastics for open bite. Your dentist will spot it and take steps to correct it if the issue arises.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"what-are-the-symptoms-of-open-bite\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" \"what-are-the-symptoms-of-open-bite\">What are the symptoms of open bite?<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An open bite is usually easy to spot just by looking at your teeth when you bite down naturally. You\u2019ll see a <strong>gap between the top and bottom teeth<\/strong>, either at the front or on one or both sides.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In cases where the condition is caused by a problem with the jawbone, it\u2019s often because there is too much bone growth at the back of the upper jaw. This pushes the teeth out of alignment, causing the front teeth to protrude (known as an overjet).<\/p>    <div class=\"dentist-tip\"> <div class=\"dentist-tip__title\"><strong>Ask a dentist: What happens if you don&#8217;t fix an open bite?<\/strong><\/div> <div class=\"dentist-tip__content\"> <p>An open bite exists when your back teeth touch before your front teeth come together. There\u2019s a gap between the front upper and front lower teeth when you\u2019re biting down completely.<\/p> <div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-7490\"> <figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8378\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/open-bite.png\" alt=\"open bite teeth\"> <figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Open bite teeth can cause various problems and should be treated<\/figcaption> <\/figure> <\/div> <p>An open bite can be due to your inherited jaw growth pattern. It can also be caused by an injury or behavioral factors like thumb sucking.<\/p> <p>If left untreated, an open bite can lead to an unflattering appearance in addition to a number of other concerns:<\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>A lisp or other speech difficulties.<\/li> <li>Excess forces on the back teeth which could cause them to wear down or crack.<\/li> <li>Trouble with biting and chewing food.<\/li> <li>Issues with swallowing.<\/li> <li>Altered saliva flow.<\/li> <\/ul> <p>An open bite is treatable at any age, but it\u2019s generally easier and with more options to treat as a child or teen.<\/p> <p><strong>Dr. Greg Nalchajian, Nalchajian Orthodontics<\/strong><\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Open bite causes<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are a few different reasons why an open bite can develop. These include:<\/p>    <div class=\"wp-block-image size-medium wp-image-7494\"> <figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4616\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/Depositphotos_66651133_m-2015-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"thumb sucking teeth\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\"> <figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Thumb sucking can cause alignment problems<\/figcaption> <\/figure> <\/div>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Being passed down through genes<\/li>    <li>A problem with the jawbone<\/li>    <li>Milk teeth and adult teeth coming through out of order<\/li>    <li>Tongue thrusting<\/li>    <li>Thumb, pacifier, pen, or pencil sucking<\/li>    <li>Temporomandibular joint problems<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Genetic causes are pretty much unexplored by doctors, but if there is a history of problems with jaw development in your family, it is likely your child will have a similar experience.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the condition is caused by bone issues it will be known as a \u2018skeletal open bite\u2019, whereas when it\u2019s caused by actions like tongue thrusting or pacifier-sucking it is a \u2018dental open bite\u2019.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"open-bite-problems\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" \"open-bite-problems\">Open bite problems<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Having an open bite can cause some <strong>quite noticeable problems<\/strong>, such as:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Self-consciousness if your smile isn\u2019t how you would like<\/li>    <li>A lisp or other speech impediments<\/li>    <li>Increased wear on the back teeth<\/li>    <li>Difficulty eating some foods<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Open bite problems in children<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It isn\u2019t uncommon for infants and young children to have an open bite; it will normally fix itself around the age of four. When your child starts to lose their milk teeth and the adult teeth begin to erupt, it is normal for the teeth to not always meet in the middle.<\/p>    <div class=\"wp-block-image size-medium wp-image-7496\"> <figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/Child-open-bite-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"child dental check\"> <figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A dentist will check your child\u2019s teeth for potential bite problems<\/figcaption> <\/figure> <\/div>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once a few of the adult teeth have come through, your dentist can check if the new teeth will be in an open bite pattern and, if so, advise you about the options for correcting it.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a child sucks their thumb, uses a pacifier too often, or generally spends a lot of time putting things in their mouth, this could affect their bite as their teeth develop too. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/parenting\/features\/9-ways-to-wean-a-child-off-thumb-sucking#1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Here are some tips<\/a> for helping your child to break a thumb-sucking habit.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Problems due to tongue thrusting<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tongue thrust can be a major cause of open bite. Tongue thrusting means that when you swallow or talk, the tongue thrusts forwards into the mouth. Through this process, the front teeth are gradually forced outwards into an open bite.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tongue thrusting is common in young children, but they usually grow out of it by the age of four. <a href=\"https:\/\/newparkortho.com\/how-orthodontists-can-help-with-tongue-thrusting-habit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">This article<\/a> has more detailed information about tongue thrusting. If the habit persists there are treatment options you can pursue, which we\u2019ll discuss below.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jaw problems<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the hinge that allows your mouth to open. Some people have problems with this joint and so they move their mouth and tongue around to feel comfortable. It may feel more comfortable to rest the tongue quite far forward in the mouth, or between the teeth, but this can push teeth forward and cause an open bite.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The underlying problem that is causing the issues with the jaw joint need to be addressed, along with treatment to fix the open bite problem.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"treatment-options\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" \"treatment-options\">Treatment options<\/h2>    <div class=\"wp-block-image size-medium wp-image-7498\"> <figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3991\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/Depositphotos_144800889_m-2015-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"open bite braces\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\"> <figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Braces are used to bring teeth into proper alignment<\/figcaption> <\/figure> <\/div>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open bite treatments are common and well understood by dentists and orthodontists. Catching the problem in early childhood increases the chances of being able to fix an open bite without surgery. For adults, open bite surgery is a more likely option.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your dentist is the best person to tell you about your treatment options. Anyone under 18 years old 0n the CHIP program or Medicaid will most likely receive this treatment for free if it is medically necessary, and the decision to treat adults on Medicaid is based on medical need. You can read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/medicaid-dental\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Medicaid and Medicare dental insurance<\/a> for more information.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Open bite braces costs<\/strong> depend on the treatment needed; you can read our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/adult-braces\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">guide to braces<\/a> to discover more about prices for private treatment.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The table below has a brief overview of the various open bite treatment options available according to age. Following this, there is more detail on each of these treatments.<\/p>    <div class=\"wptb-table-container wptb-table-43590\"> <div id=\"wptb-table-id-43590\" class=\"wptb-table-container-matrix\" data-wptb-version=\"2.0.2\" data-wptb-pro-status=\"true\"> <table class=\"wptb-preview-table wptb-element-main-table_setting-43590\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" role=\"table\" data-reconstraction=\"1\" data-wptb-table-tds-sum-max-width=\"263.33333\" data-wptb-cells-width-auto-count=\"2\" data-wptb-table-directives=\"eyJpbm5lckJvcmRlcnMiOnsiYWN0aXZlIjoiYWxsIiwiYm9yZGVyV2lkdGgiOiIxIiwiYm9yZGVyUmFkaXVzZXMiOnsiYWxsIjpmYWxzZX19fQ==\" data-wptb-extra-styles=\"LyogRW50ZXIgeW91ciBjdXN0b20gQ1NTIHJ1bGVzIGhlcmUgKi8=\" data-table-columns=\"2\"> <tbody> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-31\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>Age<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-32\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\"> <p>Treatment\/intervention options<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-33\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>0-4<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-list-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-list-1 wptb-ondragenter\" style=\"padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <ul> <li class=\"wptb-in-element wptb-tooltip-top\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px\"> <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;text-align: left\" data-list-style-type-index=\"1.\">Tongue thrusting and open bite are normal<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"wptb-m-tooltip\" style=\"left: -5.347221374511719px;top: -23.333343505859375px\">&nbsp;<\/div> <\/li> <li class=\"wptb-in-element wptb-tooltip-top\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px\"> <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;text-align: left\" data-list-style-type-index=\"2.\">No need for intervention<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"wptb-m-tooltip\" style=\"left: -4.314235687255859px;top: -23.333343505859375px\">&nbsp;<\/div> <\/li> <li class=\"wptb-in-element wptb-tooltip-top\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px\"> <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;text-align: left\" data-list-style-type-index=\"3.\">Restrict thumb sucking and pacifiers<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"wptb-m-tooltip\" style=\"left: -4.140625px;top: -23.333343505859375px\">&nbsp;<\/div> <\/li> <\/ul> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell wptb-ondragenter\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-35\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\"> <p>7-10<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-list-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-list-2 wptb-ondragenter\" style=\"padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <ul> <li class=\"wptb-in-element wptb-tooltip-top\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px\"> <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;text-align: left\" data-list-style-type-index=\"1.\">A tongue crib can be worn if tongue thrusting persists<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"wptb-m-tooltip\" style=\"left: -5.347221374511719px;top: -23.333343505859375px\">&nbsp;<\/div> <\/li> <li class=\"wptb-in-element wptb-tooltip-top\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px\"> <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;text-align: left\" data-list-style-type-index=\"2.\">A dentist can recognize if adult teeth are coming through in an open bite<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"wptb-m-tooltip\" style=\"left: -4.314235687255859px;top: -23.33331298828125px\">&nbsp;<\/div> <\/li> <li class=\"wptb-in-element wptb-tooltip-top\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px\"> <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;text-align: left\" data-list-style-type-index=\"3.\">Speech therapy for tongue thrusting can start<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"wptb-m-tooltip\" style=\"left: -4.140625px;top: -23.3333740234375px\">&nbsp;<\/div> <\/li> <\/ul> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-37 wptb-ondragenter\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>11-17<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-list-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-list-3\" style=\"padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <ul> <li class=\"wptb-in-element wptb-tooltip-top\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px\"> <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;text-align: left\" data-list-style-type-index=\"1.\">Braces can be fitted to correct an open bite<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"wptb-m-tooltip\" style=\"left: -5.347221374511719px;top: -23.33331298828125px\">&nbsp;<\/div> <\/li> <li class=\"wptb-in-element wptb-tooltip-top\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px\"> <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;text-align: left\" data-list-style-type-index=\"2.\">Tongue thrusting treatment and therapy will still be successful<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"wptb-m-tooltip\" style=\"left: -4.314235687255859px;top: -23.33331298828125px\">&nbsp;<\/div> <\/li> <\/ul> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <tr class=\"wptb-row\"> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-39\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p>18+<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d1d1\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"> <div class=\"wptb-list-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-list-4\" style=\"padding: 0px;margin: 0px\"> <ul> <li class=\"wptb-in-element wptb-tooltip-top\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px\"> <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;text-align: left\" data-list-style-type-index=\"1.\">Jaw surgery can happen now growing has finished<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"wptb-m-tooltip\" style=\"left: -5.347221374511719px;top: -23.33331298828125px\">&nbsp;<\/div> <\/li> <li class=\"wptb-in-element\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px\"> <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;text-align: left\" data-list-style-type-index=\"2.\">Untreated open bite in adults nearly always needs surgery<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"tooltip\" style=\"left: -4.314235687255859px;top: -23.3333740234375px\">&nbsp;<\/div> <\/li> <li class=\"wptb-in-element wptb-tooltip-top\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px\"> <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;text-align: left\" data-list-style-type-index=\"3.\">Braces and Invisalign are still options<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"wptb-m-tooltip\" style=\"left: -4.140625px;top: -23.33331298828125px\">&nbsp;<\/div> <\/li> <li class=\"wptb-in-element wptb-tooltip-top\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px\"> <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative\"> <p class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #4a5568;font-size: 15px;text-align: left\" data-list-style-type-index=\"4.\">Veneers become an option at this age too<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"wptb-m-tooltip\" style=\"left: -4.140625px;top: -23.33331298828125px\">&nbsp;<\/div> <\/li> <\/ul> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div> <div class=\"wptb-frontend-table-after\">&nbsp;<\/div> <\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Open bite braces<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Treating an open bite with braces is common. The braces will pull teeth back if they are protruding forward and can pull them into proper alignment.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The course of treatment can take anywhere from six months to two years and will need to be followed up with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/adult-braces\/teeth-retainers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">teeth retainers<\/a>. Wearing retainers is really important to make sure that the teeth don\u2019t go back to their old position.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below shows open bite before and after braces and intrusion during a two-and-half-year treatment program, so you can really see how open bite braces can change your smile. This treatment is quite drastic because of the amount of work required to correct the patient\u2019s open and crossbite. Not everyone will require this degree of open bite correction, so don\u2019t be alarmed!<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div style=\"display: contents;\" > \t\t\t<div data-mode=\"normal\" data-oembed=\"1\" data-provider=\"youtube\" id=\"arve-youtube-ik11l_ohv1y\" class=\"arve\"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"arve-inner\"> \t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"arve-embed arve-embed--has-aspect-ratio\"> \t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"arve-ar\" style=\"padding-top:56.250000%\"><\/div> \t\t\t<iframe allow=\"accelerometer &apos;none&apos;;autoplay &apos;none&apos;;bluetooth &apos;none&apos;;browsing-topics &apos;none&apos;;camera &apos;none&apos;;clipboard-read &apos;none&apos;;clipboard-write;display-capture &apos;none&apos;;encrypted-media &apos;none&apos;;gamepad &apos;none&apos;;geolocation &apos;none&apos;;gyroscope &apos;none&apos;;hid &apos;none&apos;;identity-credentials-get &apos;none&apos;;idle-detection &apos;none&apos;;keyboard-map &apos;none&apos;;local-fonts;magnetometer &apos;none&apos;;microphone &apos;none&apos;;midi &apos;none&apos;;otp-credentials &apos;none&apos;;payment &apos;none&apos;;picture-in-picture;publickey-credentials-create &apos;none&apos;;publickey-credentials-get &apos;none&apos;;screen-wake-lock &apos;none&apos;;serial &apos;none&apos;;summarizer &apos;none&apos;;sync-xhr;usb &apos;none&apos;;web-share;window-management &apos;none&apos;;xr-spatial-tracking &apos;none&apos;;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" class=\"arve-iframe fitvidsignore\" credentialless data-arve=\"arve-youtube-ik11l_ohv1y\" data-lenis-prevent=\"\" data-src-no-ap=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/IK11l_Ohv1Y?feature=oembed&amp;iv_load_policy=3&amp;modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;autohide=1&amp;playsinline=0&amp;autoplay=0\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"0\" loading=\"lazy\" name=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-presentation allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/IK11l_Ohv1Y?feature=oembed&#038;iv_load_policy=3&#038;modestbranding=1&#038;rel=0&#038;autohide=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;autoplay=0\" title=\"\" width=\"0\"><\/iframe> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t <\/div><\/figure>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treatment for tongue thrusting<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your open bite is caused by tongue thrusting, you need to <strong>treat the cause of the problem<\/strong> as well as the dental issues. The most common treatments are:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Tongue therapy<\/li>    <li>Exercises for the tongue<\/li>    <li>Appliances like a tongue crib<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A tongue cradle or crib is a little bit like a retainer that attaches to your molars. It puts a barrier across your mouth so the tongue can\u2019t push forwards. Exercises and therapy can be offered through a speech therapist; your GP should be able to refer you if this treatment is available in your area.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stopping the habit of tongue thrusting won\u2019t correct tooth misalignment, but it will make sure the bite problem won\u2019t get worse or relapse after braces treatment is finished.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I achieve open bite correction with Invisalign?<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re wondering how to close an open bite without braces, you may want to consider invisible aligners like Invisalign. This is one of the many types of malocclusion that invisible braces are able to help with. These are clear, plastic braces that you change every two weeks or so and over time they move your teeth into the right position.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For many people, however, treatment with Invisalign isn\u2019t an option because it\u2019s so expensive. 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They are also known for their responsive and helpful customer care, which is important when you&#8217;re doing things from home.<\/p> <p>Nighttime-only aligners are also available for anyone who doesn&#8217;t want to wear aligners during the day.<\/p> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"partner_cta\"> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/alignerco.com\/pages\/pricing?source=aw&#038;sv1=affiliate&#038;sv_campaign_id=849251&#038;source=shareasale&#038;sscid=59167_1778747688_467bc57c38312fc70a5f9a30e8548aba&#038;awc=59167_1778747688_467bc57c38312fc70a5f9a30e8548aba\" target=\"_blank\"> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGet the best value package\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> \t<\/div> <\/div>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re interested in this type of treatment but not ready to commit just yet, you can begin by just&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1516491&amp;u=2108362&amp;m=93437&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=acosaopbi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow nofollow\">taking a free assessment<\/a>&nbsp;to check your eligibility. Our guide to the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/adult-braces\/best-invisible-braces\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best invisible braces<\/a>&nbsp;also goes into more detail on this topic.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can you fix open bite with veneers?<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your open bite is very minor, it may be possible to fix it with veneers. Veneers are a kind of thin tooth covering made from ceramic or composite material. To fit veneers, a small amount of enamel must be scraped off the tooth first. Read our full guide for more details about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/complete-guide-to-veneers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dental veneers<\/a>.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although it\u2019s possible to fix an open bite with veneers, it might just end up masking the problem. Some of the negative aspects of using veneers in this way are:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Your teeth will look bigger. The veneers will need to be longer than your natural teeth to close the gap.<\/li>    <li>More problems with the alignment of your teeth might crop up because of the new forces introduced into your mouth.<\/li>    <li>Any future braces or jaw surgery to correct open bite you may need will be harder because the brackets of braces can\u2019t stick well to veneers.<\/li>    <li>It probably won\u2019t fix underlying issues such as tongue thrusting, or the increased wear on the back teeth.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Seek advice from your dentist about using veneers to fix your open bite. There is a lot to consider about the long-term future of your oral health.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Saying that, for a very small open bite that doesn\u2019t cause speech or eating problems, this may be a handy way to improve your smile quickly.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to fix open bite naturally?<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your baby has a bit of an open bite, it\u2019s possible that it will naturally correct as your child\u2019s jaw grows. However, after the age of 4, children and adults will not be able to fix an open bite naturally, professional intervention will be necessary to fix this issue.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"open-bite-surgery\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" \"open-bite-surgery\">Open bite surgery<\/h2>    <div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-7500 size-medium\"> <figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/Jaw-surgery-consultation-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"open bite surgery Medicaid\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/Jaw-surgery-consultation-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/Jaw-surgery-consultation-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/06\/Jaw-surgery-consultation.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Speak to your dentist about the best treatment for you<\/figcaption> <\/figure> <\/div>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the severity of the open bite, surgery may be needed. Adults are more likely to need surgery since the bones have fused and are less easy to move.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Open bite surgery on Medicaid and CHIP<\/strong> is free for under 18s, and if there is a medical need for it, open bite surgery costs may be covered by Medicaid, depending on the state you live in. Because of the practical problems that this condition can cause, it\u2019s worth seeking treatment \u2013 even as an adult. If you need open bite jaw surgery, the costs can be between $20,000 to $40,000 for private treatment.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Usually, you will need to wear braces for around one year before jaw surgery, and for another 6 months to a year afterward. You won\u2019t have any scars because all of the work happens inside your mouth, but you\u2019ll be on a liquid diet for a few days after and there is likely to be some swelling. For more information about jaw surgery and what might be covered by your state, you can check out this handy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kff.org\/medicaid\/state-indicator\/medicalsurgical-services-of-a-dentist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">table<\/a> put together by the Kaiser Family Foundation.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To get some insight into the process of recovery from jaw surgery, and see open bite before and after treatment, you can check out this video:<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div style=\"display: contents;\" > \t\t\t<div data-mode=\"normal\" data-oembed=\"1\" data-provider=\"youtube\" id=\"arve-youtube-ylsvwgovlrq\" class=\"arve\"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"arve-inner\"> \t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"arve-embed arve-embed--has-aspect-ratio\"> \t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"arve-ar\" style=\"padding-top:56.250000%\"><\/div> \t\t\t<iframe allow=\"accelerometer &apos;none&apos;;autoplay &apos;none&apos;;bluetooth &apos;none&apos;;browsing-topics &apos;none&apos;;camera &apos;none&apos;;clipboard-read &apos;none&apos;;clipboard-write;display-capture &apos;none&apos;;encrypted-media &apos;none&apos;;gamepad &apos;none&apos;;geolocation &apos;none&apos;;gyroscope &apos;none&apos;;hid &apos;none&apos;;identity-credentials-get &apos;none&apos;;idle-detection &apos;none&apos;;keyboard-map &apos;none&apos;;local-fonts;magnetometer &apos;none&apos;;microphone &apos;none&apos;;midi &apos;none&apos;;otp-credentials &apos;none&apos;;payment &apos;none&apos;;picture-in-picture;publickey-credentials-create &apos;none&apos;;publickey-credentials-get &apos;none&apos;;screen-wake-lock &apos;none&apos;;serial &apos;none&apos;;summarizer &apos;none&apos;;sync-xhr;usb &apos;none&apos;;web-share;window-management &apos;none&apos;;xr-spatial-tracking &apos;none&apos;;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" class=\"arve-iframe fitvidsignore\" credentialless data-arve=\"arve-youtube-ylsvwgovlrq\" data-lenis-prevent=\"\" data-src-no-ap=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/YLsVWGOVLrQ?feature=oembed&amp;iv_load_policy=3&amp;modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;autohide=1&amp;playsinline=0&amp;autoplay=0\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"0\" loading=\"lazy\" name=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-presentation allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/YLsVWGOVLrQ?feature=oembed&#038;iv_load_policy=3&#038;modestbranding=1&#038;rel=0&#038;autohide=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;autoplay=0\" title=\"\" width=\"0\"><\/iframe> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div> \t\t\t <\/div><\/figure>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Open bite surgery risks<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As with any surgery, there are some risks involved. However, jaw surgery is pretty common and the healing process is well understood.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Doctors can use computer modeling to map all of the adjustments they will have to make. The process of having your bones broken and plates and screws inserted does sound scary, but the benefits of being able to eat well and have improved speech will be worth it.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"conclusion\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" \"conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open bites are normally easy to spot when a child is quite young, and corrective steps can usually be taken, such as wearing a tongue crib or undergoing orthodontic work. Open bite braces cost nothing for children under 18 on Medicaid and CHIP if medically necessary, and the associated problems with eating and talking are likely to mean that treatment is deemed necessary.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Adults are assessed on a case-by-case basis, depending on the problems they are experiencing and the state they live in. Those who aren\u2019t eligible for state-funded treatment, or who would prefer not to have metal braces, might be able to use more affordable options like at-home clear aligners. Take the <a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=1516491&amp;u=2108362&amp;m=93437&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=acosaopbi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow nofollow\">Smile Assessment<\/a> to find out if you\u2019re eligible.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\" \"faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do you fix an open bite?<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The primary way to fix open bite is with traditional braces. In more extreme cases, a palate expander may be necessary, as well as surgery. Your dentist will determine what level of treatment you need. After treatment, if the patient developed the habit of tongue thrusting, therapy may be necessary as well. In very mild cases, it may be possible to treat an open bite with invisible aligners.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is an open bite?<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An open bite happens when the top and bottom teeth don\u2019t meet together in a closed position. Normally, the top front teeth sit just in front of the bottom ones and lower, and the molars connect naturally.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can Invisalign fix open bite?<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Invisalign may be able to fix an open bite if it\u2019s not too severe. Complex cases of open bite are likely to require traditional braces, and perhaps even devices like a palate expander. 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