Many individuals suffer from a condition commonly known as buck teeth. Often people will seek out cosmetic dentistry to correct their buck teeth which can provide many benefits for them.
From an aesthetic point of view, the correction of buck teeth allows for a straighter set of teeth with a more attractive smile. There are also some medical benefits of the correction of buck teeth, which often involve orthodontic surgery at a high-quality cosmetic hospital such as Vera Smile.
What Are Buck Teeth
Buck teeth, also known as “malocclusion” or an overbite is the misalignment of teeth, ranging from mild to severe. Many people are often unsure of the differences when it comes to an overbite vs. buck teeth, but they are largely the same thing.
Buck teeth are not a life threatening or especially dangerous condition to have, but there are a range of reasons that those inflicted with buck teeth choose to correct them. See our buck teeth before and after photos to see just exactly what the correction of buck teeth can look like following our award winning dental treatment plan.
A more severe is often tended to through dental treatment, but many do choose to correct their buck teeth for cosmetic reasons. Some complications can arise though. These can include:
- Damage to other teeth
- Gum damage
- Damage to the tongue.
Depending on the severity of your buck teeth, the manner in which you should treat them will differ.
Are Buck Teeth Hereditary?
Quite often, buck teeth are hereditary. Factors such as jaw shape come into play here. If your parents or grandparents have a certain shaped jaw, just like their other physical features, it is likely this will be passed down to some of their descendants.
This could be due to an uneven or small upper or lower jaw that has been passed down to you. Although buck teeth are hereditary, there are also many other reasons you may have buck teeth.
Are Buck Teeth Attractive?
Attractiveness is subjective and varies widely. Buck teeth can be attractive depending on cultural differences, personal preferences, and media representation. In Japan, for example, “yaeba” (slightly crooked teeth) are considered cute. Confidence also plays a significant role. Freddie Mercury is a perfect example of someone whose buck teeth didn’t diminish his attractiveness, highlighting how personal charisma and talent can make any feature appealing.
Read more: Can You Handle the Truth about Freddie Mercury’s Teeth?
What Causes Buck Teeth Other Than Genetics?
Those who have buck teeth may well be thinking, “what causes buck teeth”? There are many factors that can be considered as reasons of what causes buck teeth. These can include:
- Buck teeth from thumb-sucking
- Tongue-thrusting
- Missing teeth, extra teeth, and impacted teeth
- Tumours and cysts of the mouth or jaw
Can Buck Teeth Be Fixed?
If you are wondering “can buck teeth be fixed”, you are in luck. Buck teeth are an easily fixable affliction, with many solutions available to you in terms of buck teeth correction.
It is not advisable to try out any home-correction techniques, but buck teeth can be fixed by a professional medical clinic such as ourselves. Solutions available for buck teeth correction range from veneers for buck teeth to corrective surgery, depending on severity. Options for buck teeth treatment include:
- Braces
- Palate expansion
- Veneers for buck teeth
- Jaw surgery
Buck Teeth Can be Fixed: Contact Vera Smile
If you wish to correct your buck teeth, get in touch with Vera Smile today who will be happy to help. As well as our dental procedures, we also offer many more cosmetic and medical options, such as Hair Transplants here in Turkey. Feel free to contact us or book an online consultation to speak with one of our experts.