Occlusal Adjustment

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Overview

Serving Cherry Creek and Denver

Many things can interfere with your ability to bite down comfortably. Whether it’s the fillings, crowns or bridge work you have in your mouth or you are just having issues with biting down in alignment, you may find that malocclusion causes issues with pain, sensitivity and discomfort. This is why an occlusal adjustment is recommended if you want a more uniform bite.

What is an Occlusal Adjustment?

An occlusal adjustment is done when you are having issues biting down in alignment. This can cause pain to one or more areas of the mouth as well as prevent you from being able to eat normally. Malocclusion can also be frustrating because you may feel your smile is “off” and doesn’t close properly.

What to Expect with an Occlusal Adjustment?

The procedure for occlusal adjustment is done easily and relatively quickly in the office. A thin piece of paper covered in a colored powder is used to check for signs of malocclusion. In areas where the paper is able to hit and transfer its powder, the dentist will file the area down for a more comfortable bite.

What Might Cause Issues with Malocclusion?

Some of the main reasons you’d have issues with malocclusion include:

Uneven fillings
Crowns and bridge work that have shifted
Uneven teeth that don’t bite down correctly
Areas where extractions have been done or teeth are missing

If you are interested in an occlusal adjustment, contact us today!

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