Open bite — causes and treatment in Abu Dhabi and Al Shamkha

Introduction

When someone closes their mouth andThere is still a void Between the upper and lower front teeth — these Open bite (Open Bite). The patient may eat only from the sides, or feel that his front teeth “don’t work.”

In Abu Dhabi, especially between families Al Shamkha AndMohammed bin Zayed CityWe see this diagnosis in children (often related to habits) and in adults. Treatment is possible — but it requires accurate diagnosis and patience.

What is an open bite?

Open Bite Kind of Malocclusion Where:

• Front: The upper and lower incisors do not meet
• Side: The premolars do not meet properly

It may be because Bones (jaw growth) or Teeth (teeth tilt) or Both.

Reasons

In children

• Thumb sucking After 4-5 years
• Tongue thrust When swallowing
• Mouth breathing - Mouth open for long periods
• Use a pacifier for an excessive period

In adults

• Habits that persist from childhood
• Pressure on the temporomandibular joint (TMJ)
• Tooth erosion Uneven
• Inheritance - Jaw shape

How does it affect your daily life?

Chewing — Difficult on the front teeth; Relying on premolars only.

Pronunciation — The tongue sticks out between the teeth → lisp.

Appearance — An “open” smile or a face that appears longer.

TMJ - Unparallel pressure on the temporomandibular joint.

Trust - Especially for teenagers of sensitive age.

Diagnosis

The orthodontist evaluates:

• Opening intensity (millimeters)
• Is the cause bony or dental?
• Active oral habits
• OPG and cephalometric when needed

Screening between 7-9 years Allows early breaking of habits — sometimes preventing later surgery.

Treatment options

1. Breaking habits + preventive orthodontic treatment

Children — reminders + expander + partial orthodontic treatment.

2. Comprehensive orthodontic treatment

Metal or ceramic brackets — Most effective For medium open bite. May be used Elastic Or TADs (Small Sketching) Dental Drawing.

3. Invisalign

Effective in certain situations Mild to medium — With attachments and rubber bands.

4. Jaw surgery

For cases Severe adult — orthodontic treatment + surgery to repositioning the jaw.

The role of habits in the success of treatment

Open bite treatment fails If thumb sucking or tongue thrusting persists. So:

• crib devices for the thumb
• Myofunctional swallowing exercises
• Family cooperation — especially with children

Duration and follow-up

• 12–24 months Orthodontics in most cases
• Follow up every 4-6 weeks
• Fixed stabilizer After treatment-- open bite from the most trouble ever.

Open bite and Abu Dhabi areas

Families of Al-Shawamekh AndBaniyas AndThe farmer Reach clinics Al Shamkha In search of a specialist who understands habits and growth — not just " installments " at the community center, the evaluation includes Why Open bite occurred, no What We only install.

Conclusion

Open bite is a functional and medical problem — orthodontic treatments are mostly handled, especially with early habits being stopped, not waiting until the child is able to eat only from the sides.

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