Female Ortho Case

This is a typical case of crowding. A palatal expander was used to create sufficient space in the mouth for the permanent teeth to fit properly. Braces were worn for approximately 15 months and retainers for another 3 years.

Three panoramic dental X-rays showing teeth and jaw structure in black and white radiographs.
Dental model showing upper and lower teeth alignment with vertical midline reference for orthodontic assessment.

Misalignment

Class I - A malocclusion where the bite is okay and the top teeth line up with the bottom teeth, but the teeth are crooked, crowded or turned.
Dental model showing upper and lower teeth alignment and orthodontic treatment demonstration.

Overbite

Class II - A malocclusion where the upper teeth stick out past the lower teeth commonly referred to as an "overbite", "over jet", "deepbite" or "buck teeth".
Digital smile design showing ideal tooth alignment and white ceramic veneers in lateral view.

Underbite

Class III - A malocclusion where the lower teeth stick out past the upper teeth called an "underbite".