Underbite — treatment in Abu Dhabi and Al Shamkha

Introduction

When The lower jaw protrudes forward The lower teeth precede the upper ones - this Underbite (lower jaw protrusion). One of the most common occlusal problems that worries parents Abu Dhabi - Fear of appearance, difficulty chewing, and future treatment.

News: Many cases of underbite are treated with braces - Especially in children. Early diagnosis changes everything.

What is Underbite?

Underbite (Class III malocclusion):

• Lower jaw In front of upper
• Front lower teeth In front of upper
• The chin may appear Prominent

Intensity: from Light (a few millimeters) to Severe (clear lower jaw).

Reasons

Skeletal

Lower jaw size Bigger From the upper — or upper Small. Inheritance Strong.

Dental

Only slanted teeth — the jaw itself is relatively balanced.

Mixed

Most common — bone + teeth.

Habits

Thumb sucking, tongue thrusting — less common as a sole cause of Underbite.

Impact on health

Chewing - The front incisor does not cut food well.

Corrosion - Back teeth that bear all the pressure.

Talk - Some sounds are affected.

TMJ —Jaw pain, cracking.

Myself - Especially teenagers - a prominent chin.

Treatment according to age

Children (7–12 years) — Golden stage

jaw Still growing:

• Reverse pull face mask - Encourages upper jaw growth
• Expander — Upper expansion
• Partial orthodontic treatment

Objective: Growth guidance — may Avoids surgery suffix.

Teenagers

• orthodontic treatment Comprehensive mineral
• Rubber bands Class III
• TADs in specific cases

Adults

• Light/Medium: orthodontic treatment — sometimes 18–24 months
• severe: Orthodontics + orthognathic surgery (Orthognathic surgery)

Braces vs Surgery — When What?

Orthodontist Determined by cephalometric scan — don't guess from the picture.

Treatment journey

1. Comprehensive evaluation — X-rays, pictures, growth analysis (for children)
2. Phased plan — Preventive or comprehensive
3. Active orthodontic treatment — 18–30 months
4. Sticky — Mandatory —Underbite is tipped to make a comeback

Underbite in Abu Dhabi Communities

Families Al Shamkha, The farmer, Baniyas, andMohammed bin Zayed City - Many of them see the same problem between generations: “His father was like this and the son became like that.” Early screening At 7-8 years it gives more options.

At AHLI Specialists Medical Center in Al-Shamkha, Dr Emad Marwan AndDr Doaa They evaluate Underbite with a realistic plan — correction, growth monitoring, or referral to a surgeon if necessary.

Conclusion

Underbite is not a “final arbiter” of a smile. The earlier you start, the greater the chances of treatment without surgery. Even adults have options — consulting an orthodontist is a logical first step.

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