If the patient has a problem associated with malocclusion, the dentist often offers him to get rid of such a defect with the help of braces. But adult patients do not always have the opportunity or desire to wear such structures, which is associated with professional activities or personal motives. In this case, the doctor can offer the patient several more convenient ways to regain a beautiful smile. But it should be understood that such methods can not always be applied to every patient.

Is it always possible to correct an overbite without braces?

It is possible to use other designs when aligning teeth only in a number of situations. At the same time, due to the structural features of the jaw, a number of systems may also be limited. You can do without braces if you have the following indications:

• malocclusion concerns only one or several teeth, and not the entire dentition;
• the defect has a slight deviation from the norm, since only a metal system can help with severe pathology;
• it is necessary to achieve a beautiful smile within a few months, a maximum of a year, since when wearing braces, the treatment can be delayed for 2-3 years;
• individual intolerance to metal or other alloy components that are used to correct any type of bite;
• the appearance of an allergic reaction to a metal structure;
• the impossibility of installing classic braces, since the patient has low-lying gums, which causes inflammation and injury;
• there is no way to put in a sapphire system that can solve the problem of low-set gums;
• caring for the structure seems difficult to the patient, and its absence can provoke inflammation in the gums and teeth, and can also damage the braces themselves;
• the inability to endure pain at the stage of addiction due to the low pain threshold.

Attention! Sometimes patients with malocclusion do not want to use any braces, as they cause significant disturbances in diction at the stage of addiction. But it should be understood that if it is necessary to correct the entire dentition, it will be difficult to do without such structures.

Aligners for bite correction

This is the name of a small transparent mouthguard, which is made of safe silicone or special plastic. Due to the manufacturing features, the aligner completely repeats the features of the dentition. Treatment also cannot be instantaneous, as with the use of braces, but at the same time, the patient does not feel severe pain and discomfort at all.

Aligners can be removed at any time, which allows you not to spoil them while eating. Thanks to the removable design, the patient can monitor the condition of their teeth and, if necessary, heal them. Suitable for patients with sensitive gums. If aligners are selected, the patient has no food and drink restrictions. And the system itself can be cleaned with water or toothpaste.

Attention! A feature of the silicone design is the possibility of its use at any age. In this case, the patient can correct several cosmetic problems in the form of severe yellowing of the enamel and malocclusion. In some designs, you can lay a gel that will protect the enamel from carious damage.

With all the advantages of such a cap, there are significant disadvantages of such treatment. Aligners are expensive, the average price of a silicone structure is 200-220 thousand Russian rubles. If the mouthguard is not properly poured, it may fall out of the mouth, especially when buying universal models. If the patient wishes to use a custom-fitted aligner, he will need to wait up to 12 weeks.

Therapy using a silicone construct requires several steps. First you need to make an impression and a layout in order to evaluate all the features of the dentition. In addition, casts are taken several times during the treatment to track the intermediate and final results.

After making an impression and a layout, they are sent to the master, who makes an individual aligner. At the same time, several samples of silicone caps are offered to correct the bite. They are used alternately every 2-3 weeks. If the aligner is damaged during one step, it is replaced. For this, the patient is given several samples of one cap.

To achieve a real effect, you will need to wear a mouthguard for days on end, it can be removed only for two hours. This time includes dental care and eating. Wearing an aligner is recommended for 6 months, with a stronger defect - for a year.

Attention! Sometimes silicone aligners are prescribed after wearing trainers and a number of other systems. In this case, the cap maintains the result in order to avoid relapse.

Trainer for correcting malocclusion

A similar method is based on the use of a special orthodontic preparation, which looks like a cap that protects teeth from destruction. The table shows a number of characteristics of such a system.

Such a device does not require constant use. In most cases, patients wear trainers only during sleep, and also for one hour during the day. The design is quite affordable, the most expensive types of trainers can be purchased within 6-7 thousand.

During therapy, the patient will have to use several models of the device if he wants to get the best result. First you need to wear the so-called blue trainers, which can gently move the teeth to the right place. severe pain such constructions are called in exceptional cases, usually it is quite tolerable and manifests itself in 1-2 weeks.

As soon as the first stage of therapy is completed, it can last up to one year, another trainer is selected for the patient. He already quickly enough and in some cases painfully puts his teeth in their place. As soon as this device copes with its task, the dentist will select a fixing structure. It fixes the result and does not allow the bite to deteriorate again. Such designs are called retainers, they can be worn for up to five years, taking into account the characteristics of the patient's problem.

Attention! Trainers are not suitable if the patient wants to improve the state of his bite in a short time. Wearing the device requires a year of treatment, while in some cases it will have to be extended. With the help of trainers, more serious defects can be corrected than with aligners.

Veneers instead of braces for malocclusion

A feature of this method is the use of small plates that need to be attached to the anterior crown of the patient's own tooth. This procedure is called restoration. A safe dental cement is used to fix the ceramic plate.

Thanks to this method of therapy, in just a few hours, you can correct all the problems associated with a bite defect. Throughout the wearing of the crowns will not lose their attractiveness, they cannot be distinguished from ordinary teeth. If the specialist has performed the entire procedure correctly, you should not be afraid that the plates will fall out or burst. Caring for them is also simple and consists only in using ordinary pastes, it is better to take professional ones.

The negative side of this type of veneers is that they cannot correct the complex type of malocclusion. Also, the patient should be warned that even if the most expensive plates are installed, they will not last more than 12 years. Because of this, you will need to remove and install ceramic plates several times and pay the dentist. The cost of such a service is quite high, so it is important to choose a good doctor for treatment.

When wearing crowns of this type, it is required to consume only warm foods, avoiding temperature drops. If they are exposed to too cold or hot temperatures, the structure may burst. In addition, it is difficult to control the state of the enamel of a natural tooth, since it is hidden. This can cause severe cavities and even gum disease.

Attention! When restoring teeth suffering from malocclusion, the specialist grinds off almost the entire protruding area. This will result in the patient having to wear this type of veneers for the rest of their lives.

Video - Correcting crooked teeth with veneers

Restoration with composite or composite veneers

The composite is a dental material that is used in the restoration of diseased teeth, including caries. For hardening, it is required to heat the material with ultraviolet light, for this a special lamp is used.

Usually, it takes a doctor no more than one hour to correct the incorrect position of two teeth. Veneers of this type do not cause pain, they do not need to be removed, they do not cause problems with diction. They have a very affordable cost, do not spoil the patient's smile. But due to the peculiarities of the installation and the strength of the material, composite veneers will last for five years, sometimes their service life reaches a decade. At the same time, the composite is very susceptible to external influences, due to which it absorbs the dye, so the patient should avoid excessive consumption of coffee, tea and other coloring pigments.

Attention! When applying for a composite restoration of malocclusion, it is worth considering that the dentist will need to almost completely grind off the absolutely healthy tooth of the patient to install the veneer. This forces patients to wear such veneers for the rest of their lives, while in the case of caries, a complete restoration of the dental crown with artificial material may be required.

If you decide to correct your bite without braces, you will need to visit the dentist several times so that he can develop optimal scheme treatment. At the preparatory stage, the patient should be explained all the subtleties of the chosen system, its cost and the rules of care. At the same time, it should be understood that one should not insist on the use of alternative treatment options if the problem is associated with a severe defect. In this case, the result will be weak or will not last long.

According to statistics, 8 out of 10 people have bite defects. Traditionally, it is believed that correcting the bite is best in childhood. But what about those who have already reached maturity and do not have a Hollywood smile? There is a way out: modern medicine is able to offer bite correction methods suitable for simple and most complex cases, regardless of the age of the patient.

We will tell you how to correct an overbite in adulthood with or without braces, how much it costs and how long the treatment will last.

What is an overbite and can it be corrected?

Bite is the position of the upper and lower dentition with full closure of the jaws. Normally, the arrangement of the teeth of both jaws is symmetrical, the upper incisors slightly cover the lower ones, there is no asymmetry and no gaps between adjacent teeth.

Depending on the type of anomalies, the following types of bite are distinguished:

• distal - upper jaw protrudes significantly forward compared to the bottom;
• deep . If normally the incisors of the upper jaw cover the lower ones by about a third, then with a deep bite - by half or more;
• mesial - the lower jaw is more developed than the upper and protrudes forward;
• cross - displacement of teeth relative to each other;
• open - between some teeth (most often - the upper and lower incisors) when closing, there is a gap;
• dystopia - Teeth are in the wrong place.

Eating disorders are not only an aesthetic and psychological problem, they lead to a whole bunch of diseases: tooth decay, headaches, speech disorders, and digestive problems. Bite anomalies can be corrected in two ways:

• surgical methods , which is relevant in severe, advanced cases, when it is impossible to do without surgical intervention. Indications for the operation are congenital anomalies in the structure of the jaws, chin dysplasia, noticeable facial asymmetry, speech disorders, deformity of the cranial vault, problems in closing the lips. In some cases, after surgery, orthodontic correction methods are additionally prescribed;
• without surgery . Orthodontic methods of bite correction are based on the use of braces, veneers, aligners or trainers. These systems in most cases allow correcting all the listed types of anomalies. However, only an orthodontist can determine the best method of treatment, after examining the oral cavity, analyzing the x-ray image and creating a cast. It is important to remember that non-surgical methods of bite correction are not used until the complete cure of diseases of the teeth and gums (caries, periodontal disease, various inflammatory processes, etc.).

Bracket systems: a traditional approach to correcting defects in the dentition

Everyone probably knows what braces are - they have long become a "classic" among the ways to correct bite in children and adults. The principle of their operation is simple: the system consists of brackets, each of which is fixed on a separate tooth, and an arc that runs along the entire dentition. It is the arch that carries the main functional load: it creates pressure, forcing the teeth to move in the right direction.

Despite the general principle of the system, there are many varieties of braces, each of which has advantages and disadvantages.

According to the method of fastening the arc:

• ligature - traditional bracket systems, in which the arc is attached to the brackets with the help of special rubber bands (ligatures). Due to strong friction, high pressure on the teeth, and the location of the arch almost does not change independently during the correction of the bite, and the system needs to be adjusted monthly. In addition, ligature braces have a large protruding part, are visible to others and cause discomfort to the wearer;
• self-ligating (non-ligating) braces do not have elastic bands that hold the archwire. Instead, it moves freely in special grooves, puts less pressure on the teeth and needs to be adjusted less often. They are comfortable and less noticeable, but they are more expensive due to the complex system of locks on each bracket.

By type of system installation:

• vestibular - classic bracket systems, in which both the arch and the locks are located on the outer side of the dentition. The main drawback of the design is its unaesthetic appearance, which causes psychological discomfort in some patients. However, this shortcoming can be offset by the use of modern materials - ceramics or sapphires;
• lingual braces are absolutely invisible to others, because all parts of the system are located with inside row. This is their main advantage: after all, during the year (or even years) of using the system, each patient experiences solemn events and “special” situations when you want to look your best. The disadvantages of lingual braces are a very high cost and a complicated, in comparison with vestibular systems, daily oral care procedure.

By material:

Different types of material are used only for brackets-plates, while the arc is always made of nitinol, but can be painted to match the teeth or brackets. For the functionality of the system, it does not matter what the braces are made of, the differences concern only the aesthetic side.

• metal. Metal (usually titanium) is the most inexpensive material, so products made from it are preferred in cases where the patient seeks maximum savings. It should be remembered that in rare cases, even titanium is capable of causing allergic reactions;
• golden they have the same titanium base, however, a gold coating is applied on top of it. This increases the attractiveness of the product, guarantees the absence of allergies, however, it also increases the cost of the structure;
• plastic - Another budget type of braces. Almost imperceptible in the first weeks of use, they then very quickly lose their aesthetic appearance: plastic accumulates dirt and easily stains while eating. The use of such braces is advisable only for short-term courses of treatment;
• ceramic braces can be tinted to match teeth or even lighter to create a whitening effect. They are very durable and almost invisible, but their price is higher than that of previous materials;
• sapphire . Medical sapphires are transparent stones grown in the laboratory. They are resistant to dirt, do not hide the natural whiteness of the teeth, but have a peculiar shine. However, many consider this an additional highlight of the image.

The price of a bracket system is usually directly proportional to the materials from which it is made. So, plastic braces cost from 15,000 rubles, metal - from 50,000, you will have to pay 7,000–10,000 for gold plating on it. With a budget of 65,000 rubles, you can consider ceramic braces, sapphire ones will cost even more - from 75,000 rubles . Of course, the type of system also affects the price: self-ligating - from 75,000, lingual - from 150,000 rubles.

Regardless of the type of system chosen, the main course of correcting malocclusion with braces usually lasts a year and a half. Then comes the stage of fixing the result: in order to prevent the reverse shift of the teeth, retainers are installed on them. The retention period lasts a year or more.

In general, braces are a very effective technique for correcting an overbite, even in severe cases. The use of braces does not complicate the care of the oral cavity too much: the teeth must be brushed in the same way, twice a day, paying special attention to the areas under the metal arch and the interdental spaces. The degree of psychological and physical comfort in patients is individual: some get used to the system in one to two weeks, while others feel some discomfort throughout the course.

Braces are by no means an innovation of the last century, the first of them were invented at the end of the 18th century. However, not a single modern patient would dare to use them: braces went beyond oral cavity preventing normal communication. Now braces are able not only to remain invisible, but also to decorate the patient: for example, in the West, colored and figured products are very popular among children and adolescents (and sometimes adults).

Correction of bite in adults without braces: myth or reality?

Some patients categorically oppose the use of braces. But can adults correct an overbite without braces? Undoubtedly. Trainers, aligners and veneers are alternative techniques that are effective at any age of the patient. However, they have significant limitations in their use: they are not used to correct bite in difficult cases. Let's look at what features each type has.

Veneers

Individual ceramic onlays for teeth, called veneers, are able to cope with many aesthetic problems of the dentition, including simple cases of malocclusion. Their main advantage is that the unevenness in the location of the tooth will disappear immediately after the installation of the veneer: there is no need to undergo a long course of treatment. Veneers can also be used in situations where bite correction by other methods is not possible - for example, to increase the size of too short teeth.

The disadvantage of the method is that veneers do not cure, but only mask the defect. Therefore, their use is suitable in cases where the malocclusion does not affect the health of the patient. It should also be noted the high cost of products (from 15 thousand rubles for each) and the need for preliminary grinding of teeth. However, turning can be dispensed with when using expensive, thinnest veneers of the latest generation (luminar).

Veneers do not require special care and fixing the result of the adjustment, they are not removed and serve up to 20 years if properly installed.

Aligners and trainers

These two types of devices are essentially similar to boxing mouthguards and are silicone plates that the patient puts on the teeth of the upper and lower jaws. Mouth guards are suitable for both adults and children. Trainers are used at night and at least an hour during the day, aligners are used almost around the clock, with the exception of the meal period.

Trainers have two main types - soft, which are prescribed at the first stage of treatment (usually from six months), so that the teeth get used to the pressure, and hard, which provide enhanced adjustment at the second stage. When using trainers, you can not talk, which makes it very difficult to use them in the daytime. Due to the short duration of wear, the course of adjustment can last a very long time, up to several years, and serious problems with an overbite are not eliminated at all with the help of trainers. But many are attracted by the price of the device - about 3000-4000 rubles. In addition, trainers do not require the removal of a cast of the jaw, which reduces the cost and simplifies treatment, speeds up its start.

Aligners - thin, comfortable to use and visually invisible lining on the teeth that do not interfere with the usual way of life: communication with people, work, study. The bite correction course consists of several steps, for each of which a new design is used, taking into account the past correction. The production of aligners in the required quantity (usually 15-20 pieces) occurs after taking an impression or scanning the jaw. Change of design to a new one - approximately every two weeks. Aligners are quite effective for minor bite anomalies, but are not used in severe cases. The cost of a full course is on average 150,000–200,000 rubles.

Caring for both varieties of caps is very simple: the device must be washed before each installation and cleaned at least twice a day with a soft brush. After removal - store in a special container. The duration of the course is usually up to a year, but it is determined individually.

Correction of bite in adults is not an easy, but quite solvable task, regardless of the severity of the anomaly. modern medicine offers many ways to eliminate the irregularities of the dentition, including without the use of braces. An experienced orthodontist will help you choose the most appropriate method.

Incorrect bite is not a rare phenomenon. Adults and children suffer from this problem almost equally and in numbers. Of course, it is much easier to deal with the anomaly in childhood and adolescence.

Until the age of fifteen, the jaw system is more pliable.

But it's never too late to fix an overbite. An adult, too, may well turn to to get even, beautiful teeth. Modern technologies make it possible to quite successfully correct the bite in people of mature age.

Methods for correcting bite in adults can be conditionally divided into two categories:

• by using ;
• bracketless.

Impact on malocclusion without use is allowed in cases where the deformation is not very significant.

Each individual case is carefully examined by a doctor and analyzed. Only after that, the specialist can tell which system for correction is suitable for the patient.

How to straighten teeth without braces, what does modern dentistry offer?

Aligners - soft but long lasting

Mouthguards (the second name for aligners) are plates made of transparent, high-strength, modern materials. For their manufacture, polyurethane or silicone is used. Aligners are made individually for each patient according to individual sizes and indications.

The repair process usually takes a long time long time. During the treatment, the patient uses a lot of mouthguards.

Each device is worn for a certain period of time, after which it is replaced by a new one. They are practically invisible during use, they are held by a snug fit to the teeth and are removed only during meals or oral hygiene procedures.

Diastema

On the present stage these devices are used to correct almost any degree of defect:

• diastemas (gaps between teeth);
• crowding of teeth;
• cross bite and others.

Due to their merits, aligners are quite expensive. The cost of a set for a full course of treatment starts from 100-150 thousand rubles.

How to straighten your teeth with aligners:

Trainers - for both children and adults

The trainer is an elastic, silicone orthodontic appliance. Widely used in childhood, but in some cases they are effective in adults.

Most often used to align teeth without braces, stimulate the development of the jaw bones and the proper functioning of the facial muscles.

They have the properties of both a simulator and a positioner. Unlike aligners, these devices are used only at night, do not require wearing during the day (maximum 1 hour).

The cost of trainers compares favorably with kappas. Their price is 5-10 thousand rubles. But the degree of impact they have is lower, they are used mainly to correct minor anomalies of the teeth.

Veneers and lumineers - fast, but expensive

Veneers are small dental plates. They are not used to correct an overbite, but rather to mask small defects, for example, if the teeth are crooked.

Installation and luminar is a kind of restoration process.

Unlike previous methods of straightening teeth, they give instant results. It is achieved by sticking thin linings on the outer part of the teeth. Before installation, the tooth subjected to the procedure is ground under the veneer. This option is perfect if you need to fix one crooked tooth.

The cost of manufacturing and installing one lining starts from 12-15 thousand rubles. This is the minimum price for veneers, in the vast majority of cases the procedure is much more expensive, reaching 45-50 thousand rubles or more.

They are also overlay plates, but have a different installation technology. There is no need to grind the respective teeth before the procedure. It costs much more to fix with lumineers.

Exercises to correct an overbite

In many cases, certain exercises may be recommended to correct an overbite. They are very effective as an addition to one of the devices. On their own, unfortunately, they do not give a visible result.

But as an addition to the corrective system, the process of teeth straightening is noticeably accelerated.

Surgical method

Surgical intervention is indicated in cases where the correction of defects with the help of corrective devices does not give results:

For the operation, the patient is subjected to general anesthesia. The cost of such a correction of teeth starts from 300 thousand rubles.

Sometimes there is no alternative to braces

Braceless methods in adults, unfortunately, are not always effective enough. They are unable to correct significant defects.

Devices such as aligners or trainers do not have the ability to influence the fully formed dentoalveolar system of an adult and make the teeth even. Because of this, they are not able to correct complex bite anomalies.

Dentition disorders are a very common problem. It is not surprising that many are interested in the issue of bite correction in adults, what methods are used, prices for various methods and reviews of patients who have already tried them on themselves.

Often in adolescence, a child does not want to “spoil” his appearance with unaesthetic bracket systems, he is embarrassed by such treatment. It seems much easier to leave things as they are. And only with time comes the understanding that this is not only a problem appearance smiles, but also health in general.

Why is it important to correct an overbite?

Bite changes can be very different. Doctors distinguish these types of anomalies:

1. or prognathic - the upper jaw is pushed forward strongly, and the lower one remains underdeveloped;
2. - when the lower teeth are especially protruding;
3. Open - some of the units in the row do not close together as expected;
4. - the upper jaw overlaps the other more than half;
5. - offset rows in the horizontal plane;
6. Dystopia is the misalignment of permanent teeth.

All these anomalies develop for various reasons:

• hereditary, genetic factor;
• problems during the mother's pregnancy;
• malnutrition in childhood;
• bad habits;
• frequent illnesses;
• mechanical damage and injury.

It is necessary to correct the bite for the sake of maintaining health and convenient functioning of the entire jaw. And if the child cannot yet understand what such an anomaly threatens, then the adult is already consciously assessing the consequences and is faced with some of them. So, the complications of malocclusion can look different:

Also, the incorrect position of the dentition can affect the diction and quality of food processing, which quickly leads to chronic diseases gastrointestinal tract. Therefore, doctors especially insist on changing the bite at an early age. It is then that the position of the teeth is better amenable to correction.

Indications

Treatment is necessary if you have found at least one of the signs:

• any visible aesthetic defects;
• violations of the closure of the jaws in any of the above options;
• problems that are displayed externally on the proportions of the face;
• pain during food processing.

Photos before and after

Methods for correcting bite in adults

Depending on the wishes of the patient, the characteristics of his health and the complexity of the defect, a more appropriate method of bite correction in adults is selected.

1. Braces.
2. Surgery.
3. Alternative methods.
4. What can be done at home?

braces

These types of orthodontic structures remain the most reliable in the treatment of all categories of patients. And with already formed tissues and the skeletal system, braces are considered almost the only products that can cope with the problem of improper positioning of the teeth. Doctors especially insist on their use when there are severe anomalies that are not amenable to other types of treatment.

In this case, there is a mechanical effect on each tooth, which gradually displaces the root and stretches the connective tissue around it. Due to this, the position of units and the whole series gradually changes.

But this system also has disadvantages:

• they are visible to others throughout the entire period of treatment;
• wear them for at least a year or two;
• addiction and the correction process is accompanied by discomfort, and sometimes painful sensations;
• such structures are quite expensive.

Surgical path

In some cases, even reliable braces can not cope and you have to use the most radical way to correct the defect - surgery. The operation is prescribed for the following problems:

• a strongly pronounced bite of an open form, when even chewing and speech function is disturbed;
• chin dysplasia occurs, which distorts the oval of the face;
• after maxillofacial injuries;
• special hereditary pathologies.

At the same time, an incision is made in the bone tissue and mucous membrane, due to which the teeth fall into place, and the jaws close correctly. The decision on such a method of treatment is made only by the doctor, taking into account all the features of malocclusion and the general health of the patient.

Alternative (caps, trainers, veneers, etc.)

In addition to classic braces and radical measures, you can use other methods of correction:

1. Plastic dental caps (aligners) are removable transparent plates that are fixed on the teeth and should be worn for at least 22 hours a day. It is allowed to remove only for hygiene procedures and during meals. But they are effective only in cases of mild malocclusion. They are especially recommended for crowded teeth, narrow or wide arches, or if necessary to correct a recurrence of misalignment. Every 20 days you need to come to an appointment with an orthodontist and replace the mouthguards with others.
2. Special trainers are also transparent and removable structures made of silicone. For the first part of the treatment, more elastic products are selected, and in the final six months, strong and solid trainers are put on. They are used in the same cases as plastic caps, as well as additionally to normalize nasal breathing, correct diction and eliminate bad habits. The positive point is that they have to be worn only at night, and during the day 2-4 hours are enough, which eliminates the use in working time without embarrassing the patient.
3. refer more to the aesthetic restoration of the smile zone than to the correction of the bite. But some irregularities of the dentition can be hidden with their help. Usually, doctors advise using such methods of correction in cases where, for some reason, none of the above methods can be applied. But they help only with implicitly expressed defects.

What can be done at home?

Some would like to carry out bite correction on their own, without going to the doctor, since the dental office and all kinds of tools are very scary. But this is practically impossible. When correcting a bite with orthodontic systems, specialists may advise you to do some auxiliary manipulations at home:

• special exercises.

But as independent procedures for treatment, they are powerless.

Correction of malocclusion in adults without braces

It is worth noting some features of the treatment of adult patients:

1. Their work, social interaction and active life set separate requirements for the aesthetics and strength of the structures used.
2. The choice of correction method is also strongly influenced by the state of health, when many effective ways become unavailable due to contraindications.
3. How older man, the more difficult it is to influence the location of the dental roots, to displace them and change the structure of the bone and connective tissue.

Although modern technologies provide an opportunity to choose the most appropriate method of treatment. So, veneers and lumineers are able to correct some smile defects in one session at the dentist, without pain and prolonged suffering. And aligners and trainers will help to change a more serious anomaly practically at home, when no one will notice it.

Cost of treatment

Depending on the chosen technique and the complexity of the defect, as well as the specific dental clinic, the total price for treatment will also vary. Consider how much does bite correction cost in adults in each case:

• braces - from 10,000 to 120,000 rubles, depending on the material and method of fastening;
• surgical treatment - 300-450 thousand rubles;
• caps and aligners - 90-160 thousand;
• trainers - 2000-4000;
• veneers - 10-20 thousand rubles;
• lumineers - 60,000-70,000.

In each case, the cost may vary, as clinics have their own pricing policy. In addition, you need to remember about additional procedures that will have to be carried out - diagnosis, treatment of caries, specialist advice, etc.

Video: orthodontist about correcting bite in adults.

If it becomes necessary to correct the bite, most dentists advise using.

These are iron plates that are put on the teeth. They do not look aesthetically pleasing and therefore most patients refuse this technique.

To date, it is possible to correct the bite without the use of braces.

How to fix an overbite without braces?

Previously, dentists argued that it was possible to correct an overbite only in childhood. But medicine is constantly improving, which today allows you to perform this procedure at any age.

Bite correction can be done by alternative methods.

Namely, with:

• orthodontic trainers;
• vestibular plates;
• aligners.

The choice of a particular device directly depends on the characteristics of the structure of the teeth. Correcting an overbite without braces requires the patient to visit a dentist.

First of all, you need to get your teeth in order. If necessary, then the doctor installs prostheses.

Before the procedure, the patient is required to be sent for x-rays. With the help of this procedure, the condition of the dentition and jaw is determined.

Orthopantomogram is a panoramic image of the entire dentoalveolar system, which helps to diagnose anomalies in the development and location of teeth.

Also, the doctor needs to conduct a visual examination of the patient's oral cavity and study the history. This will enable the formation of a strategy for correcting the bite.

The procedure is carried out if the patient experiences aesthetic discomfort. Also, bite correction is necessary in the presence of a variety of dental problems.

If the patient has, then this leads to an uneven load on the dentition. That is why the gums are affected and teeth can be lost prematurely.

Given pathological condition can lead to a violation of the respiratory, chewing and swallowing functions, which negatively affects the state of human health.

The choice of a bite correction method should be carried out only by a dentist after an appropriate diagnosis, taking into account the individual characteristics of the patient.

Vestibular plates

Vestibular plates allow correcting the bite in children without braces. They are a plastic base, an arc and clasps.

Vestibular plates are most effective at an early age

With this method, you can not only correct the bite, but also correct the width of the palate. Also, with the help of these devices, the width of the jaw is adjusted. The use of vestibular plates is possible only if the age of the child is from 3 to 11 years.

During the period of application of the plates, the possibility of painful sensations is eliminated. That is why most children agree to use this method.

If we compare these devices with braces, they are almost invisible on the teeth, which eliminates the possibility of aesthetic discomfort.

When using plates, the possibility of damage to tooth enamel is eliminated.

Thanks to the use of universal materials for the production of orthodontic plates, patients do not experience allergic reactions during their use.

Devices do not require special care, which ensures ease of use. The disadvantages of these devices include the fact that they cannot be used to correct bite in adult patients, which is explained by their ineffectiveness.

For the care of the vestibular plate is used Toothbrush with soft bristles and special gels

Due to the correct selection of material for the production of plates, allergic reactions and other undesirable effects do not occur in patients during their use. These devices affect the cause of the disease, which allows them to effectively correct the bite.

Vestibular plates belong to the category of universal devices, with the help of which the most comfortable bite correction is carried out in childhood.

Orthodontic trainers

Orthodontic trainers are universal devices, the production material of which is elastic silicone.

With the help of these devices, you can eliminate a variety of problems that are associated with malocclusion. The use of trainers is carried out if it is impossible to correct the bite with the use of braces.

If the patient has difficulty swallowing or breathing, then he needs to use these devices. They are indicated if a person has crowded teeth of the lower row.

Trainers look like silicone multi-colored mouthguards

If relapses occur after dental therapy, it is recommended to use orthodontic trainers. Their dentists recommend wearing them after braces, which allows you to fix the result of bite correction.

The material for the production of trainers is a special soft silicone, which slightly presses on the teeth and is characterized by full adaptation to the oral cavity.

Orthodontic trainers do not need to be worn all the time, they are recommended to be worn at night. In the daytime, the use of devices is carried out within 2-4 hours. In order to correct the malocclusion, it is necessary to use two types of trainers: initial and final.

Initially, you need to use the first type of fixtures. It is worn for 6-8 months.

The duration of the second stage of bite correction using the second type of trainers is the same interval.

The fixtures are made of hard silicone, which provides a stronger impact on the teeth. In order to monitor the effectiveness of the procedure, patients are advised to visit the dentist every two months.

The retainer has increased flexibility and is much smaller in size than the trainer

Removable or other methods of bite correction are used to consolidate the results. They are a plastic cap that has a metal arc. These devices eliminate the possibility of recurrence.

The use of special caps (aligners)

Aligners are removable orthodontic appliances that are attached to the teeth. They are characterized by the absence of color and therefore are almost invisible. Wearing these devices is necessary around the clock. They are only removed when eating or brushing your teeth.

The use of caps should be carried out only in accordance with the indications:

1. If it is not possible to use braces to correct the bite.
2. There are no gaps between the teeth.
3. Small crowding of teeth.
4. Expanded or narrowed dental arch.

The application is often carried out to eliminate relapses after correction of the bite. For the procedure, a variety of caps are used:

1. Standard. Their production is carried out using a single template.
2. Thermoplastic. These devices are characterized by the ability to change their shape. For this purpose, they are exposed to high temperatures.
3. Individual. The production of fixtures is carried out in accordance with individual characteristics dentition of each individual patient.

Transparent mouthguards for teeth alignment are invisible and comfortable, but are ineffective for very advanced and serious deformities.

The production of individual caps is carried out using elastic biopolymer compounds. Thanks to this, the devices repeat the given shape.

In order to make a cap, you must first remove the plaster model of the jaw. Caps need to be replaced every 15-20 minutes. To correct an overbite in adults, it is necessary to wear mouth guards for a year.

The retention period lasts approximately two years. This allows you to most effectively consolidate the result.

In some cases, patients are shown permanent wearing retainers. During the period of use of these devices, it is necessary to strictly follow all the prescriptions of the doctor.

Aligners are universal devices with the help of which effective bite correction is carried out in adults and children.

Price

If the bite is corrected without braces, the price plays an important role in the choice of appliances. The price of records starts from 4000 rubles.

If these devices are used to correct the bite in adult patients, then the cost will be from 5 thousand rubles. The minimum cost of retainers is 6 thousand rubles.

If carried out, then the patient needs to spend up to 150 thousand rubles. The average cost of aligners is 170 thousand rubles.

Bite correction without braces is a rather serious process that requires an individual approach. That is why the selection of the necessary device is carried out by the dentist after the diagnosis.

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