Crowded, Misplaced or Blocked-Out Teeth

Crowded or crooked teeth are a common reason people seek orthodontic care, but some issues, like unerupted teeth, may go unnoticed without a professional evaluation. These hidden teeth may need guidance to emerge properly.

Orthodontists specialize in diagnosing and correcting tooth alignment using treatments like braces, aligners, and expanders. Dr. Yidi will create a personalized treatment plan to help you achieve a healthy, confident smile.

Biting The Cheek or Roof of The Mouth

If you frequently bite your cheek while talking, eating, or being active, it may be a sign of jaw misalignment or a posterior crossbite, where the upper and lower jaw widths don’t align properly. This condition can be present at birth or develop over time. Biting the roof of your mouth often indicates that the lower jaw is too short compared to the upper.

Dr. Yidi will identify these misalignments and provide a customized treatment plan to correct them, helping you avoid discomfort and improve your bite.

Protruding teeth

Protruding teeth occur when the teeth extend too far forward, affecting both appearance and function. This can happen in either arch and may be caused by tongue-thrusting, periodontal disease, missing or damaged teeth, or genetics.

The position of the lips is closely linked to the teeth—when teeth protrude too much, the lips may be pushed forward or unable to close naturally. You shouldn’t have to strain your facial muscles to close your lips over your teeth.

Early treatment with braces or aligners can make correction easier, but even in adulthood, protruding teeth can still be effectively treated with the right orthodontic care. Dr. Yidi can help create a personalized plan to improve both function and aesthetics.

Bad Bite

When teeth don’t meet properly or don’t meet at all, it’s often due to an open bite, underbite, overbite, crossbite, or overcrowding—collectively known as malocclusion. If left untreated, misaligned teeth can lead to tooth decay, gum disease, uneven enamel wear, and difficulty chewing.

Dr. Yidi specializes in diagnosing and treating misalignment with personalized solutions like braces, aligners, or expanders to improve both function and aesthetics.

Facial Imbalance or Asymmetry

Facial asymmetry is often caused by underlying orthodontic issues, as the position of the teeth and jaws directly affects the lips, chin, and overall facial balance. Some imbalances can be corrected with orthodontic treatment, while others may require surgery. Dr. Yidi will evaluate the relationship between your teeth, jaws, and facial structure to identify existing or potential imbalances. She will create a personalized treatment plan to help improve facial harmony and achieve a balanced, confident smile.