Common Problems
Here are examples of some of the most common orthodontic problems many people have and what parents can look for. Orthodontic problems can affect both children and adults — even those who wore braces when they were young.
![Overbite](https://makingfamiliessmile.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/overbite.jpg)
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.
![Upper Front</br>Teeth Protrusion](https://makingfamiliessmile.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/frontal.jpg)
Upper FrontTeeth Protrusion
It is characterized by the upper teeth extending too far forward or the lower teeth not extending far enough forward.
![Crossbite](https://makingfamiliessmile.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/croosbite.jpg)
Crossbite
The upper teeth sit inside the lower teeth, which may cause tooth stratification and misaligned jaw growth.
![Openbite](https://makingfamiliessmile.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/open-bite.jpg)
Openbite
Proper chewing is impacted by this type of bite, in which the upper and lower front teeth do not overlap. Openbite may unwanted habits, such as tongue thrusting.
![Crowding](https://makingfamiliessmile.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/crowding.jpg)
Crowding
Crowding occurs when teeth have insufficient room to erupt. Crowding can often be corrected by expansion, and many times, tooth removal can be avoided.
![Spacing](https://makingfamiliessmile.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/spacing.jpg)
Spacing
Spacing problems may be caused by missing teeth, or they may only be a cosmetic or aesthetic issue.
![Dental midlines</br>not matched](https://makingfamiliessmile.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/match.jpg)
Dental midlinesnot matched
Is caused when the back bite does not fit and match appropriately, which may negatively impact jaw and proper dental function.