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Condition-Specific Customized Orthodontics
Tailored clinical correction strategies designed for specific malocclusion types including overbite, underbite (Class III), crossbite, open bite, and severe anterior crowding.
Condition-Specific Customized Orthodontics at Lime Tree Dental Hospital
No two bites are identical. A treatment approach that works for mild crowding will fail if applied to a severe skeletal Class III underbite or a complex open bite. At Lime Tree Dental Hospital in Myeongdong, Seoul, orthodontic specialist Dr. Minji Kang designs precision orthodontic protocols tailored to the exact biological mechanics of your specific condition.
Treatment Approaches by Malocclusion Type
| Malocclusion Condition | Clinical Characteristics | Targeted Treatment Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Overbite / Deep Bite | Upper teeth excessively overlap lower teeth, causing enamel wear and TMJ pain | Intrusion of anterior teeth + extrusion of premolars to restore proper facial height |
| Underbite (Class III / Reverse Bite) | Lower teeth and jaw protrude in front of upper teeth ("crossbite") | Skeletal mini-screw anchorage (TADs) to distalize lower arch; non-surgical compensation |
| Open Bite | Front teeth do not meet when back molars touch, preventing biting of noodles/sandwiches | Molar intrusion using orthodontic mini-screws to rotate mandible closed; tongue posture retraining |
| Severe Crowding / Overcrowding | Lack of jaw space forces teeth to twist, overlap, and erupt out of line | Arch expansion with DNA appliances + interproximal reduction (IPR) to preserve natural teeth |
| Spacing / Diastema | Noticeable gaps between teeth, frequently between front central incisors | Arch consolidation with bodily movement + frenectomy evaluation |
Non-Surgical Skeletal Compensation
Many patients with moderate underbites or protruding jaws are told by standard dental clinics that double jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery) is their only option.
At Lime Tree Dental Hospital, we utilize specialized orthodontic temporary anchorage devices (TADs / mini-implants) inserted into the mandibular retromolar fossa to safely retract the entire lower arch backward by 3–5mm, achieving remarkable cosmetic harmony and functional occlusion without general anesthesia or surgical cuts.