Occlusion simply means your bite, as in how your teeth fit together when you close your mouth. There are three factors that influence your occlusion: your teeth, your nerves and muscles, and the third, your bones. A person’s posture can also impact occlusion, but not as much as those three factors. Problems with occlusion are visible in people with cross bites, over bites, or under bites. In mild problems with occlusions, the issue is purely cosmetic and causes no harm to the oral health of an individual. People with cosmetic occlusion problems may still want to consult their dentists to perfect their smile for a boost in confidence and self esteem. In more severe cases, problems with occlusion can negatively impact one’s oral health and immediate attention should be sought from your local dentist in Bootle. People with bite problems may have visible signs of wear on the surface of their teeth. You may also notice that your gum line is receding, exposing more and more of your teeth. There may be erosion and notching on the root surfaces of your teeth and you may even experience fracturing or breaking of your teeth. If you experience any pain in the joint and muscles of your jaw, you should consult your dentist as quickly as possible. People with bite problems are likely to grind their teeth without even knowing.
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