Topic: overjet vs overbite

There are two terms that sound similar, but mean very different things when it comes to your teeth and mouth: overjet and overbite. They’re often used interchangeably, but they’re actually very different. Overjet refers to the amount of space between your upper teeth and lower lip, while overbite describes the relative positioning of your top and bottom teeth when you bite down on something. So why are these important distinctions?   1) Types of overjets Your orthodontist near me can ...