Dr. Maddahi explains his approach to underbite correction.
Underbite correction is one of the most common problems that Dr. Maddahi's dental office sees. After years of perfecting his innovative procedures, Dr. Maddahi is confident he has found a safe and effective alternative to previous bite-correction options. He offers top-notch underbite correction without surgery in Beverly Hills.
Underbite correction can be a time-consuming and sometimes painful process. Because of this, many adults have learned to live with their alignment problems, not having the time or patience for a two-year correction program. Many adult patients are still unaware that there is no time limit on correcting misalignment of the bite, mistakenly thinking that correction can only be successful during the youthful growth period.
Dr. Maddahi has seen a surge in adult patients seeking solutions for underbite correction. In fact, one in five orthodontic correction patients is an adult wishing to correct a lifetime of crooked or misaligned teeth. The good news for his adult patients is that the teeth can be moved at any time in life, and while teeth move more readily in a child, adults can finally get the smile and performance they have wished for all of their lives.
Typically, underbite correction is a process that will take between 2 and 3 years and involves 2 stages of orthodontic procedures, Orthognathic surgery, and possibly even traditional veneers and crowns to get the correct bite and look for a patient.
The candidate would first receive braces for about 12-18 months to correct the bite non-surgically as much as possible before undergoing Orthognathic surgery to move the upper or lower jaw. The surgery would either move the upper jaw forward to bring it into alignment with the lower jaw, move the lower jaw backward, or possibly both. This involves disconnecting the upper jaw from the skull or cutting the lower jawbone and realigning it with metal plates and/or screws to keep the jaw in place.
This surgery requires a 3-month healing period before possibly going back for more orthodontic work to ensure the bite is in the right place. There is nothing wrong with going about fixing an incorrect bite this way, but it takes a lot of time, can be painful, and, like any surgery, there are possible complications such as nausea, infection, and temporary or even permanent numbness of the face.
While many adults seek out clear aligners like Invisalign to avoid traditional braces, aligners alone cannot correct a skeletal underbite and are typically only successful for mild dental misalignments. Furthermore, simply straightening the teeth does not address underlying structural issues, nor does it fix the shape, wear, or discoloration of teeth that have been damaged by a lifetime of a misaligned bite. True non-surgical correction requires a comprehensive approach that addresses both jaw function and smile aesthetics simultaneously.
At our Beverly Hills practice, Dr. Maddahi offers a revolutionary alternative through customized Anti-Aging Dentistry reconstructive procedures. By utilizing premium, handcrafted porcelain veneers and crowns, he is able to physically reshape and build up the teeth to safely reconstruct your bite into a natural, balanced, and comfortable position. This innovative method completely eliminates the need for painful orthognathic surgery or years of orthodontics, delivering a dramatic structural correction and a flawless, youthful smile in just a matter of weeks
Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist Dr. Maddahi has worked on countless cases to ensure that these procedures can fix an incorrect bite without surgery or long healing periods. This revolutionary new way of correcting underbites has saved his patients years of sometimes painful orthodontic work to give them the smile they always dreamed of having without putting a lot of metal in their mouths.
Choosing Dr. Maddahi means bypassing the years of pain associated with traditional braces and invasive jaw surgery. He specializes in underbite correction without surgery in Beverly Hills, using an innovative Anti-Aging Dentistry approach that can correct severe bite issues in as little as 2 weeks. By using premium, handcrafted porcelain veneers and crowns, he masterfully reshapes the teeth to reconstruct your bite into a balanced, comfortable position without the long healing periods of traditional orthodontics.
This advanced method simultaneously elevates your dental health and your appearance. A misaligned bite often causes chronic TMJ pain, headaches, and uneven tooth wear; Dr. Maddahi’s custom restorations eliminate these pressures for immediate physical relief while crafting a flawless smile. Best of all, his team creates a precise, temporary wax mock-up beforehand, allowing you to preview and approve your stunning new smile before your treatment even begins.
How long will it take to correct my underbite?
Is there a non-surgical option for correcting an underbite?
How does the accelerated, non-surgical underbite correction work?
Is everyone eligible for non-surgical correction for an underbite?
Is there an age limit on when an underbite can be corrected?
Besides the aesthetic concerns, are there any health issues I should be aware of concerning an underbite?
How do I know if I am a candidate for a non-surgical approach?
The length of treatment depends entirely on the method used. Traditional braces usually require eighteen months to two years for younger patients, while adults can expect to wear them for up to three years. However, Dr. Maddahi’s non-surgical approach can completely correct an underbite in just a few weeks for qualified candidates.
Yes. Dr. Maddahi offers a revolutionary new non-surgical approach to underbite correction.
Instead of using braces to slowly pull the teeth into place over several years, Dr. Maddahi utilizes premium porcelain veneers and crowns to physically reshape the teeth. This innovative technique immediately restores proper jaw balance, corrects functional bite defects, and enhances the overall appearance of the smile simultaneously.
While this advanced method is an excellent solution for adults who want to skip the lengthy timeline of braces, it is not suitable for every case. Candidacy is determined by the severity of your specific bite misalignment, which Dr. Maddahi evaluates during an initial consultation.
No, there is no age limit on when an underbite can be corrected. Underbite correction is just as effective for adults as it is for growing children.
With an underbite, the pressure on different parts of the jaw is not evenly distributed. This can cause problems not only with premature failure of any given tooth but cause temporomandibular joint syndrome (TMJ). This occurs when the temporomandibular joints, which connect the lower jaw to the skull on either side of the mouth, go out of alignment. TMJ can result in jaw pain, headaches, earaches, clicking and popping, and a number of other symptoms.
Based on a mold of your bite, Dr. Maddahi and his team of Master Technicians would create a temporary wax mock-up of crowns and veneers, fitted to the mold. If once seeing this, Dr. Maddahi feels that they can fabricate a permanent solution that will achieve the desired goals, he will move forward.
