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      W. Jim Moore, DDS, MSD

      3024 Olive St.
      Pine Bluff, AR 71603
      Phone: (870) 536-2650
      Phone: 1-800-794-3555
      Fax:     (870) 536-3820

      617 W. Bolling St.
      Monticello, AR 71655
      Phone: (870) 367-1213

      E-mail:
      info@jimmooreorthodontics.com

        

      Common Problems

      Upper Front Teeth Protrusion
      The appearance and function of your teeth are impacted by this type of bite. It is characterized by the upper teeth extending too far forward or the lower teeth not extending far enough forward.

      Overbite
      The upper front teeth extend out over the lower front teeth, sometimes causing the lower front teeth to bite into the roof of the mouth.

      Crossbite
      The upper teeth sit inside the lower teeth, which may cause tooth stratification and misaligned jaw growth.

      Openbite
      Proper chewing is impacted by this type of bite, in which the upper and lower front teeth do not overlap. Openbite may cause a number of unwanted habits, such as tongue thrusting.

      Other Problems

      Crowding
      Crowding occurs when teeth have insufficient room to erupt from the gum. Crowding can often be corrected by expansion, and many times, tooth removal can be avoided.

      Spacing
      Spacing problems may be caused by missing teeth, or they may only be a cosmetic or aesthetic issue.

      Dental midlines not matched
      This type of problem is caused when the back bite does not fit and match appropriately, which may negatively impact jaw and proper dental function.

        
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