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• Steps
• Tips
• Warnings

Want to know if your bite is wrong? Here's an easy way to diagnose malocclusion. For more information and to confirm the diagnosis, consult your dentist.

Steps

1. 1 Close your mouth as usual.
2. 2 Look in the mirror with your lips lifted to reveal your teeth.
   • If the top row of teeth overlaps the bottom row by more than half, then you have a malocclusion.
     
     
3. 3If you have a malocclusion, make an appointment with the dentist.
4. 4 Learn about the need for braces. Your dentist will tell you if you need braces or not. If you have a severe case of malocclusion, then you will most likely need to get braces. Follow the directions given by your dentist.

Tips

• See your dentist if you have problems with your teeth or jaw.
• Braces are essential if your teeth are not perfect. Do not forget that your smile will be with you all your life, so you need to do everything necessary for it!
• If you are still diagnosed with an incorrect bite, then you should not worry too much. Your dentist will most likely prescribe braces for you to keep your teeth beautiful and straight.

Warnings

• Always ask for second and third opinions if you are considering corrective surgery.
• Do not confuse a malocclusion with a protruding tooth. A protruding tooth is when the upper and lower jaw are aligned and the upper teeth protrude.
• If you bite your lower lip with your upper teeth while eating, then we strongly recommend that you contact your dentist.