Crowded teeth When the size of the teeth is greater than the size of the jaw, the teeth will be overlapped and crowded. See braces in action»
	Crooked teeth Teeth that are rotated or out of line with the other teeth wear unevenly and detract from a pleasant smile.
	Spacing Small teeth or large jaw structure will result in spaces between teeth. See braces in action»
	Overbite When the upper jaw is larger than the lower jaw, the back teeth don’t fit properly and the front teeth may stick out. The upper incisors are more easily chipped and broken. The lower incisors may bite into the palate, and the teeth often wear out more quickly. See braces in action»
	Underbite The lower jaw can be larger than the upper jaw. Orthopedic techniques can correct the difference in size between the jaw bones in children and adolescents, preventing the need for surgery later. See braces in action»
	Crossbite When the width of the upper jaw is less than the lower jaw, the efficiency of the bite is compromised.
	Impacted teeth Sometimes a tooth will not erupt naturally. Braces may be needed to bring it into its proper position.
	Clefts Congential defects will require orthodontics and surgery to establish normal alignment of the teeth.
	Missing teeth If a tooth fails to form, an artificial tooth can be made by the dentist. Usually orthodontics is needed to create the proper space for the artificial tooth. See braces in action»