braces or teeth filled down for an overbite

Q. I have an overbite and i wondered what could be done to sraighten them and if teeth can be filed down?

A. An overbite is very common and aesthicaly there is nothing wrong with having one. If it is something that bothers you a lot, I recommend booking in for a consultation with an orthodontist as braces in the only option available for correcting an overbite. Unfortunately your teeth cannot be filed down to correct this situation.

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April 29th, 2011 at 08:47 PM
Deb Says :

I have an overbite and was wondering if braces could fix it. I have always been self conscious about it but have only found out it can be fixed by going to an orthodontist. thanks.,

April 29th, 2011 at 08:47 PM
Barlow Says :

Yes i’m sure it can be fixed using various types of braces

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