Most adult overbites are fixed with clear aligners or braces. Your teeth get moved into a better bite bit by bit. How long it takes depends on how deep the overbite is, and a dentist has to look at your bite before they can tell you which one suits you.
An overbite is when your top front teeth cover your bottom ones more than they should.
With clear aligners, you wear a set of clear trays and swap to the next one as you go. Some teeth may need small attachments so the trays can grip them. You’ll need them in for about 22 hours a day, so they only come out when you eat or brush.
Braces work differently. The brackets stay on your teeth and a wire presses gently all day, so there’s nothing to remember. Some people are also given small elastic bands. If you skip them, your treatment slows down, so wear them as you’re told.
In a few adult cases, the overbite comes from the jaw itself. Braces and aligners can’t always fix that on their own, so your dentist may bring up surgery.
When treatment finishes, you get a retainer. Teeth tend to drift back to where they started, so wear it.
If you want your bite looked at, drop by YOR Dental at Unit 1 Digital Park on Pacific Way in MediaCity, Manchester (postcode M50 1DR) and we’ll talk through your options.
The insights shared in our articles are meant to educate and inform, not to replace a face to face consultation. Every smile is unique, and a proper diagnosis can only be made by a qualified clinical professional. Please book an appointment with our team or consult your local dentist for advice tailored to your specific oral health needs.
