Protrusion is the excessive horizontal overlap between top and bottom front teeth, and is typically caused by the upper front teeth or upper jaw being too far forward or the lower front teeth or lower jaw being too far back, or both.

What makes your teeth protrude?

Some people are simply born with a lower jaw whose shape or position puts pressure on their teeth, pushing them forwards. Other causes include having larger teeth than normal, and overcrowding. If your teeth are large for the size of your mouth, they can appear to protrude.

How do braces fix protruding teeth?

Below are the most commonly used orthodontic interventions in cases of protruding teeth. Traditional braces work wonders for malocclusions of any type. Through the application of gentle pressure over time, teeth are moved into place and bad bites can be corrected.