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  Roger Anderson DMD
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  1640 N. Country Club
  Tucson, Arizona
  520-323-9327

Bite - Occlusion Dentistry

The occlusal relationship or bite is a facet of dental treatment that is monitored by the treating dentist, to assure maintenance of normal dental function. Patients with a normal bite can expect their bite relationship will be retained, regardless of whatever treatment they undertake (e.g., fillings, crowns, tooth replacement, bridges, dentures, partials, etc.).

Picture Obvious Malocclusion Tucson

For many patients however, achieving a normal bite can be problematic. Genetic factors, developmental problems, unsuccessful orthodontic treatment, severe bruxing, physical trauma, disease, excessive loss of teeth, extended wear and other events can cause an abnormal occlusal relationship.

Depending upon the precipitating event... malocclusion can arise at almost any age, affecting nearly anyone from infancy to senior citizen status. It can even be said that some types of occlusal abnormalities are "normal" for certain age groups or developmental stages. Orthodontics are typically used for developmental issues.... while dentures are a popular comparatively economical treatment for "granny mouth" that occurs in later years due to excessive tooth loss.

Popular Symptoms of Malocclusion

Well known issues involving jaw pain, tmj - tmd based headaches, tinnitus, lock jaw, popping and clicking sounds are normally accompanied by... and in many cases caused by malocclusion.

Unfortunately, for some, routine dentistry can cause shifts in bite if the occlusal relationship is not fully appreciated by the practitioner. Inadequate combinations of dental procedures and/or materials can cause problems that patients never experienced prior to treatment.

Normal Bite Pima

Achieving Right Bite

Professional interest, tenure and substantial experience in monitoring, assessing and treating an extensive variety of bite problems is the foundation our success in correcting and re-establishing normal dental function

Not sure if you are having symptoms of malocclusion? Contact us at 520-323-9327 to schedule a consultation for treatment or a 2nd opinion. You can also contact Dr. Anderson via our on-line Ask The Dentist form.

Dr. Anderson is a regional and national dental consultant at the Dental Health Directory. Dr. Anderson can be found elsewhere on the internet at Arizona Extreme Makeovers.

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Roger B. Anderson, DMD
1640 N. Country Club
Pima County, Arizona AZ 85716
520-323-9327
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