Symptoms of a Protruding Upper Jaw

Symptoms of a Protruding Upper Jaw

1. Inability to close the mouth naturally.
2. Leads to a gummy smile, where a large portion of the gums is visible when smiling.
3. Deep bite or open bite (depending on the type of protrusion).
4. Difficulty in speaking, eating, and chewing.
5. Breathing difficulties.
6. Pain in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ).
7. Psychological impact due to facial asymmetry.
8. Mouth ulcers caused by the lower teeth hitting the inner wall of the mouth.
9. Increased susceptibility to mouth and facial injuries.