How to correct an under bite in a child?

One of the most common causes of an under bite in children is the tongue thrusting habit, which is when a child thrusts the tongue forward while keeping their mouth closed. To correct an underbite the child should be taught to keep their tongue in the back of the mouth when they are talking or eating. Parents should also take note of the child's jaw size and encourage them to use mouth guards when they are playing contact sports. If the underbite is caused by genetics, the child may

How to correct an under bite in children?

underbites in children can be treated by an orthodontist, and they will use rubber or metal braces to align teeth that have become misaligned. Sometimes dentists can perform a jaw reshaping procedure known as chin cap therapy. This procedure involves placing a small cap over the chin to encourage children to keep their jaw slightly forward.

How to correct an open bite in a child?

An open bite is an issue of how the upper teeth jut out over the lower teeth. This can be caused by the lower jaw being smaller than the upper jaw. In some cases, the lower jaw is simply too small. For an open bite, your child’s dentist will usually recommend wearing a corrective retainer. This will help prevent the teeth from moving forward or falling into the open bite. In some cases, surgery may be necessary to reposition the jawbone itself.

How to correct a cross bite in a child?

An under bite or cross bite is when the lower teeth protrude over the upper teeth. This can be a hereditary issue, so if the child has under bites on both sides, you should also be checking on your own teeth. You can prevent an under bite by making sure your child’s teeth are brushed twice a day and that they visit the dentist regularly so that any dental problems are caught early.

How to fix an underbite in a child?

In some cases, an underbite can be genetic, so parents should talk to their children’s pediatrician about whether the child is genetically susceptible to an underbite. If the issue is one that can be fixed, rather than one that must be endured, a dentist can help a child with an underbite get the corrective dentistry they need. Your dentist can look at the child’s teeth and jaw to determine the best way to reshape them.