Occlusal or Bite Adjustment

Occlusion is a term that means how the teeth in your upper and lower jaw fit together, or your bite. When you close your mouth, each arch, both bottom and top teeth, should make contact at the same time. When some of your teeth make contact before the others, this is known as a malocclusion. If left uncorrected, malocclusion can result in extra pressure being placed on some teeth, which will result in more oral health issues over time. If you have a malocclusion, you may be a good candidate for an occlusal or bite adjustment, a procedure that is designed to realign your bite, which will lessen the strain on the bone and jaw joints and relieve your teeth of excess pressure. Occlusal or bite adjustment is usually performed in addition to prosthodontic reconstruction or as a treatment method for TMJ syndrome.

At East Columbus Periodontic and Implant Dentistry, our entire team loves helping you develop optimal oral health as well as a functional and healthy smile. Our team uses forward thinking treatments and state-of-the-art technology, to ensure the most comfortable treatment for you. Our practice focuses on delivering personal care and developing individual treatment plans based on your unique needs. We emphasize preventive care and patient education because we want you to understand why it is important to keep your mouth healthy and how to do it. We are located at 1600 Brice Rd Suite 1 Reynoldsburg, OH 43068. Please call us today at 614-864-2561 to establish an appointment for an evaluation of the benefits of an occlusal or bite adjustment treatment for you.