TMJ, Jaw Surgery & Airway
Upper teeth sitting inside the lower ones, front or back.
A crossbite can affect chewing efficiency, jaw development, tooth wear and overall bite function.
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Find the Source. Correct the Relationship. Protect the Bite.
What a Crossbite Is
A crossbite occurs when some of the upper teeth sit inside the lower teeth rather than outside them in the correct relationship. This can happen in the front or back of the mouth and may affect chewing efficiency, jaw development, tooth wear, and overall bite function. At South Florida Institute of Oral Surgery, crossbite correction is evaluated as part of the larger picture of jaw alignment and structural balance.
Left Untreated
Untreated crossbites can sometimes contribute to asymmetrical growth, functional strain, and an unstable bite. In milder cases, orthodontic treatment may be enough to address the issue, while more significant structural cases may require surgical correction in addition to orthodontics.
Dental, Skeletal, or Both
Our team uses advanced diagnostics to assess whether the crossbite is dental, skeletal, or a combination of both. Understanding the source of the problem is key to building the right treatment plan and achieving long-term success.
Alignment Built to Last
At South Florida Institute of Oral Surgery, our goal is to help patients achieve improved bite alignment, better function, and healthier structural support through treatment that is precise, individualized, and designed around lasting results.