If the teeth are not aligned properly, a condition called open bite occurs. The doctor will first arrange the teeth orthodontics and then recommend jaw surgery.
Note that if the upper and lower teeth do not fit well, it can cause problems such as insufficient chewing, tooth erosion, and swallowing and digestion complications if severe.
The treatment protocol in most open bite cases is: Firstly an orthodontic procedure that arranges and aligns the teeth. Then maxillofacial surgery is performed, followed by the second stage of orthodontics.
In the second phase, priority is given to coordination of maxillofacial surgery and orthodontic treatment, which lasts about 6 to 9 months.
