Crossbite Unilateral

Bite refers to various types of distortion in the shape and position of the teeth of the upper and lower jaw. Depending on the type of bite and incorrect position of the teeth, various problems with the jaw may arise, such as headaches, temporomandibular joint syndrome, discomfort and tension when chewing, limited facial expressions, etc. To avoid these problems, it is important to see a dentist to diagnose and correct your bite.

Crossbite (o. Cruciata) is one of the types of bite, which is characterized by the position of the teeth when one side of the lower jaw is offset relative to the upper. This bite can be unilateral or bilateral. With a unilateral cross bite (o. Cruciate monolateral), the position of only one side of the lower jaw is disturbed in relation to the other side. This type of bite occurs in patients of various age groups. However, it most often appears during puberty, in people with insufficient chewing load, as well as in children who do not learn to chew properly.

One-sided crossbite is one of the types of dental disorders, which is characterized by the cross arrangement of the upper and lower incisors. In this case, the teeth are positioned abnormally and often cause discomfort and pain in the patient.

Etiology Crossbite can be caused by various factors such as heredity, genetic disorders, and misalignment of teeth during pregnancy or childhood. Several factors can contribute to the development of a crossbite, such as stress, malocclusion, or nail biting.

Symptoms There are certain signs of crossbite, such as:

Thickening of the teeth Variation in the size of the teeth Teeth may not be positioned symmetrically The dentition may be uneven Other changes, including conical curves in the jaw Treatment for a crossbite may involve various therapies, such as a mouthguard, realignment of teeth, bone grafting, or dental prosthetics.