A crossbite is a misalignment where the upper teeth fit inside the lower teeth. Crossbites can be caused by genetics, habits, or injuries. If untreated, a crossbite can lead to problems like pain, ...

This case examines the heartbreaking timeline of a young woman whose life ended long before it was understood. With un-erupted wisdom teeth, a distinct dental crossbite, shoulder-length dyed hair, and ...

Tired of dodging crossbite cases? Discover how to confidently break down and treat these challenging malocclusions and finally ‘cross’ them off your blacklist! Crossbite is a relatively common ...

Orthodontic headgear helps correct teeth and jaw alignment problems in children and teens. There are three main types of headgear used to correct overbite and underbite. Children should wear headgear ...

This article reports the orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning carried out with a 14-year and 5-month-old female patient with esthetic and functional complaints. She presented an Angle Class I ...

Orthodontic treatment with quad-helix (fixed) or expansion plates (removeable) is effective for correcting posterior crossbite correction in children. Quad-helix is probably even more effective than ...

Malocclusion is a bite that doesn’t align properly from front to back. It's often characterized as having crooked teeth or a poor bite. Normally, your front teeth align just in front of your lower ...

A crossbite is a common dental problem. Orthodontists are specially trained dentists who can help fix crossbites and misaligned teeth. Here’s what you need to know about a crossbite. A crossbite ...

Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) might cause the jaw to press on nerves that affect eye movement and contribute to vision issues, such as astigmatism, nearsightedness, and farsightedness. TMD ...

Repositioning the way a 10-month-old infant was bottle fed corrected his anterior crossbite, and his top and bottom teeth were in normal alignment by the time he was a toddler, according to a new case ...