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Dynamics of Shift - Movement
Question:
Overbite: I am a 44 year old woman. At my age my teeth are supposed to be set, however, I feel my overbite getting worse.
I have recently noticed when waking up that my bottom lip is somewhat behind my teeth and I fear that all night my lip is slowly pushing my teeth out. Could this be the case? How far
and how fast can my teeth get pushed out? ... Visitor from FL
Answer:
It sounds like you have an orthodontic class 2 jaw relationship. It is possible to move one's teeth due to para-functional habits such as tongue thrusting, thumb sucking and in your case the placement of your lower lip behind your upper teeth.
However, another factor that should be considered is periodontal disease. Situations in which the bone support has been compromised can lead to drifting of the teeth. Another factor to be considered is the loss of posterior teeth.
When an individual loses their posterior teeth, they tend to function more on their anterior teeth. This increased stress can cause movement of those teeth. It would be best for you to be evaluated by a dentist.
Mitchell Pohl, DDS
Boca Raton Cosmetic Dentist
2900 N. Military Trail, Suite 105
Boca Raton Florida FL 33431
(561) 368-3440
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