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About Deep Bite Dental Problem
Hello Doctor,
I have a deep bite problem. My upper teeth completely cover the lower teeth, and it causes difficulty while chewing. I also have two extra milk teeth in the upper jaw.
I want to ask:
How will this problem be treated?
How much will the total cost be (for private treatment)?
How much time will the treatment take to complete?
What procedures will be required?
Thank you.
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Hello , Your problem can be treated by fixed orthodontic treatment or braces.
For the cost it can vary from professional to professional.
Depending upon the case the duration may vary .It generally takes 1.5-2years in order to correct a deep bite.
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You can visit your nearest dental professional preferably an orthodontist who will guide you through all procedures and diagnostic tests required for the same.
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1. The problem will be treated by Fixed Orthodontic Treatment
2. It depends from Case to case
3. 18months to 24Months
4. Braces treatment for proper alignment of your teeth
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Dental braces ( teeth clipping in general terms) will solve your problem
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Actually deep bite treated with orthodontic treatment..you also have 2 retained milk teeth,
Orthodontist may recommend extraction of milk teeth
Braces/aligner to align teeth properly..
COST- depend upon city, clinic and type of braces..
TREATMENT take- usually 18-24 months
PROCEDURE -clinical xray
Extraction of milk teeth if necessary
Braces
Regular check-up
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Deep bite problem will be corrected by orthodontic treatment by orthodontist.
You need to remove 2 extra teeth and proper planning will be done before starting ortho treatment.
Time and cost of treatment may vary depending upon the case.
On an average it might take 1.5 to 2 years for treatment completion and charges ranging from 35k to 50k may vary according to dentist and the city.
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Good noon sir , you might need orthodontic treatment for your condition
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Kindly visit your nearby dentist or an orthodontist to get it corrected with orthodontic treatment
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Hello
You might need orthodontic treatment
The treatment duration is different for each person. It is based upon the x-ray findings.
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Dr. Rutuja Jagtap
Dentist
3 yrs exp
Pune
Yes it can treated by braces
Price depends on treatment
1.5to 2 years
Fixed orthodontic treatment
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Visit a dentist
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Dr. Shail Limbachiya
Dentist
10 yrs exp
Bangalore
Deep bite is a functional cum esthetic problem. It can be corrected with proper treatment planning. Orthodontist are specialized in this treatment.
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Cost depends on the severity of your deepbite. X-rays have to taken and assessed for the same. Cost also depends on what type of braces/ aligners you choose.
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Roughly it should take around 1.5 to 2 years. Again it may vary based on the severity of the deepbite
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
You need to get braces treatment to treat. Visit an Orthodontist for a consult.
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Dr. Nandini Singh
Dentist
16 yrs exp
Lucknow
As you clearly said you have a deep bite problem ...please do get it corrected either through braces or aligners....
Treatment cost varies from 50,000 till 1,50000 n above....take care...God bless
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