How Does an Overbite Occur?
An overbite occurs when the top teeth clearly cover the teeth on the bottom. A very common condition can range from mild to very severe. Even in the most severe cases, people get dental care to repair the overbite. However, not all overbite case warrant a trip to the dentist, unless it was caused by another dental problem left unattended. There are two types of overbites. The vertical overbite occurs when the top teeth overlap the lower teeth. A horizontal overbite or overjet occurs when the top teeth protrude too much. Both types of overbite can occur in the mouth of one patient. Both the vertical and horizontal overbite are caused in many different ways. Genetics and/or some actions involving the mouth and teeth can cause and overbite. Some of these behavioral habits sucking fingers and thumbs this action causes the teeth to move and the jaw to deform. Nail biting and pencil chewing are also habits, which, if continued for many years, can also lead to overbites. Tongue thrusting is a
