Front Teeth Hitting and Bite off After Invisalign. Lower Jaw Feels Like It Has Moved Forward During Invisalign Process. Advice?

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My dentist suggested to give me invislaign to expand my arch and give me room from my deep bite in the front as well as improve function. I am on my last aligner now and my front teeth feel like they are hitting more and my bite feels more off then I started the whole process. It feels like my lower jaw has moved forward slightly and feel like i have to pull my jaw back slightly for a somewhat comfortable bite. I talked with my dentist and he seemed confused by the statements. Any advice?

Michael Firouzian, DDS · Answer

What you're experiencing is actually a good thing. It means that your lower jaw was held back because of the shape of your upper arch. With the upper arch expanded now, the lower jaw assumes a more forward position because it's more comfortable for the muscles. Now you need to have more trays made to move the teeth to support this more forward jaw position. It may take a little time for your brain to accept this new bite, but in the long run, you'll be much better off.

Ira Shapira, DDS (in memoriam) · Answer

What you describe is insuuficient posterior support or overly retracted anterior.  This can lead to serious problems with the Temporomandibular joints (TMJ, TMD) , headaches, migraines, jaw pain, sinus pain, earaches and/or excessive wear of the antwrior teeth.

	Make sure your bite is corrected before more serious problems develop.  

	Invisalign is best done by dentists who have a thorough understanding of TM Joint mechanics and CranioMandibular muscle physiology.

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