Non-surgical overbite correction in Beverly Hills starts with the jaw, not the teeth. Dr. Joseph Goodman, DDS, DMD, has corrected bites here for 27 years. He trained in Germany and the United States. He tests a new jaw position with TMJtrac before anything becomes permanent. This page covers how a deep bite forms, what it costs your teeth, and how the correction works.
Most patients arrive worn down by the same answer, jaw surgery or years of orthodontic work. The fear underneath is spending that time and still seeing the same profile. Waiting is expensive too, because a deep overbite grinds the front teeth and shortens the lower face. Face-Driven Dentistry reads your jaw, joint, chin, and profile as one picture.
What Is an Overbite, and Can It Be Corrected Without Surgery?
An overbite means your upper front teeth overlap the lower ones too far. A healthy overlap covers roughly 2 to 4 millimeters. Deeper than that is usually called a deep bite. Many cases improve without surgery. The lower jaw is guided toward a better position, and that position gets tested.
Where the lower jaw sits shapes the whole lower third of your face. Held too far back, it makes the chin look small and the face look short. Dr. Goodman studies how the upper jaw, lower jaw, and joint relate before recommending anything. When a set-back jaw leaves a small chin, non-surgical chin augmentation addresses both at once.
What Happens If You Leave a Deep Overbite Untreated?
A deep overbite wears the front teeth first, and that damage is permanent. The lower teeth can bite into the gums or the roof of the mouth. Over 10 to 20 years, the pressure brings chips, cracks, and gum damage. Enamel does not grow back, so what wears away today stays gone.
The bite also deepens as it goes, which patients rarely expect. Worn back teeth let the jaw close further than it should. Each year the overlap deepens and the lower face gets shorter. Handled now, the plan stays simpler than it will be in a decade.
What Causes an Overbite?
Most overbites trace back to jaw shape and family genes rather than anything you did. Knowing the cause helps Dr. Goodman shape a plan that fits your face. Here are the reasons a deep bite develops.
- Genetics, since jaw shape and jaw size run in families
- A lower jaw grown shorter or set further back than the upper jaw
- Childhood thumb sucking or long-term pacifier use
- Tongue thrusting during the growing years
- Grinding or clenching, which wears the bite deeper over time
- Missing back teeth, which let the bite collapse
Nearly every cause on that list comes back to the jaw, not one tooth. That is why the correction starts there. Grinding deserves particular attention, since it deepens a bite that is already too deep. Adults can be treated at any age, because the method works with the jaw you have today.
How Does Dr. Goodman Correct an Overbite Without Surgery?
TMJtrac is the heart of the method. It tests where your lower jaw and condyle belong rather than guessing at it. You live in that tested position for 2 to 3 weeks. Class 1 Veneers then hold the new position and restore the worn front teeth. No surgery, and no grinding down healthy teeth.
The order matters more than any single step. Dr. Goodman establishes and verifies the jaw position first. Only then does he design the restorations around it. You watch your chin and profile change during the test period, before anything is final. Results vary by patient, and your exam and imaging decide what is realistic.
How Does This Compare to Jaw Surgery?
Patients usually arrive with one option on the table and want to know the difference. The table below lays out both paths across what people ask about most. Use it as a starting point for your consultation rather than a verdict on your case.
| Option | How it works | Recovery | Typical timeline | Preview before final |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orthognathic jaw surgery | Bone is cut and repositioned, with orthodontic work before and after | Weeks of healing | Often 2 to 3 years start to finish | No |
| Face-Driven Dentistry with TMJtrac | The jaw and TMJ position is tested, then held with Class 1 Veneers | None | Weeks | Yes, during the 2 to 3 week test |
Surgery remains the honest answer for a small number of severe cases. Dr. Goodman says so plainly when your anatomy calls for it. He will not sell you a plan that cannot reach your goal. You leave the first visit with real options rather than one answer applied to everyone.
Are You a Candidate for Non-Surgical Overbite Correction?
Good candidates have healthy teeth and gums along with a deep bite tied to jaw position. Gum disease or decay gets treated first, since the foundation has to be sound. Here is what makes someone a strong fit.
- A deep overbite tied to where the lower jaw sits
- A chin that looks small or set back in profile
- Healthy teeth and gums with no active gum disease
- Worn or shortened front teeth that need restoring anyway
- Willingness to wear the test restorations for 2 to 3 weeks
- Realistic goals for a balanced, natural-looking result
Many patients arrive after a consultation elsewhere ended in a surgical referral. Others come in for the worn front teeth and learn the bite caused the wear. You get a straight answer here before you spend a dollar.
What Does the Process Look Like, Step by Step?
Three stages carry you from the first visit to the final result. Dr. Goodman finds the ideal jaw and condyle position. He tests it with TMJtrac, then places the final Class 1 Veneers. Many patients see a change in profile at that first appointment.
The test period is what separates this from a surgical plan. You eat, speak, and sleep in the new bite before committing. Adjustments happen while the work is still temporary, which is the whole point.
What Does Non-Surgical Overbite Correction Cost?
Your cost depends on your own anatomy, so no honest quote exists before an exam. Dr. Goodman looks at your jaw position, your joint, and how much wear the front teeth carry. He prices the test phase and the final restorations separately. You get the full figure in writing before any work begins.
Compare it against the real alternative rather than against a filling. Jaw surgery carries hospital fees, anesthesia, orthodontic work on both ends, and time away from your job. Ask our front desk about financing when you book, since payment plans are available. Nobody at this office asks you to decide at the first visit.
Will Your Corrected Bite Hold?
A tested jaw position tends to hold, because the restorations support it with every bite you take. Dr. Goodman checks the fit at follow-up visits. He makes adjustments as your muscles settle into the new position over the following months.
Outcomes vary from patient to patient, and nobody can promise one result for everyone. What he can promise is honesty about your odds before treatment starts. Patients who grind often ask about TMJ and TMD care at the same visit.
See Your New Jaw Position Before Anything Is Permanent
Dr. Joseph Goodman has corrected overbites in Beverly Hills for 27 years, trained in Germany and the United States. Patients reach the Beverly Drive office from Bel Air, West Hollywood, and Century City, near Beverly Gardens Park. He treats the jaw, joint, and face as one system. That is Face-Driven Dentistry, and it is why bite correction comes before cosmetics here.
The next step is simple and comes with no pressure. Call (310) 860-9311 or visit topbeverlyhillsdentist.com to book an honest exam. Dr. Goodman will tell you whether your overbite can be corrected without surgery.
Common Questions About Overbite Correction
Can an overbite correct itself without treatment?
No, and a deep bite usually gets deeper as the back teeth wear. Cleveland Clinic notes that an untreated overbite can lead to tooth wear, gum damage, and jaw pain. Your bite stays where it is until treatment addresses it. Starting sooner usually keeps the plan simpler.
Does a deep overbite cause jaw pain or headaches?
It can. The joint and muscles work harder to hold a jaw that sits too far back. The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research explains how TMJ disorders bring jaw pain, clicking, and headaches. Many patients come in for the look and stay for the comfort. Dr. Goodman evaluates the joint at your first visit.
How common are bite problems like overbites?
Very common. One review found that up to 93 percent of children and adolescents have some degree of malocclusion. Most of those cases never need treatment. A deep overbite that wears your teeth is a different matter. Your exam determines which group you fall into.
Does an overbite change how your face looks?
It can, since the lower jaw carries the chin and the lower third of the face. Held too far back, it makes the chin read as small and the face as short. Published research has found that some adults avoid social situations over how they feel about their teeth. A tested jaw position changes how that lower third reads, and results vary by patient.
