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Underbite

December 2023

What is an underbite?

An underbite is when you close your mouth and your lower front teeth are in front of your upper teeth. In many cases, this is actually a problem with your lower jaw being too far forward.

What kinds of problems can an underbite cause?

An underbite can make it hard to chew properly and speak clearly, and it might cause your teeth to wear down more quickly.1,2

Can Invisalign clear aligners fix an underbite?

Yes, Invisalign clear aligners can fix some underbites. Severe underbites might require Invisalign treatment combined with surgery. We can help you find an experienced Invisalign doctor who can show you what Invisalign treatment can do for you.

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  1. Prado, Daniela Galvão De Almeida, et al. “Speech Articulatory Characteristics of Individuals With Dentofacial Deformity.” Journal of Craniofacial Surgery, vol. 26, no. 6, 2015, pp. 1835–1839., doi:10.1097/scs.0000000000001913
  2. Cooper, Barry C., and Israel Kleinberg. “Examination of a Large Patient Population for the Presence of Symptoms and Signs of Temporomandibular Disorders.” Cranio®, vol. 25, no. 2, 2007, pp. 114–126., doi:10.1179/crn.2007.018.