BEFORE: Bite Corrections begin with a deep bite review, not guesswork. You share what you feel day to day, like tight jaw muscles, headaches, tooth sensitivity, or a popping joint. The dentist checks how your teeth line up, how your jaw moves, and whether any recent dental work is sitting too high. Photos, scans, and bite marks show where pressure lands first and which teeth slide during chewing. You also talk about habits like clenching, chewing ice, or nail biting, since these can worsen wear. Then you get a simple plan that explains what will be adjusted now and what may be done later, so changes stay controlled.

DURING: With Bite Corrections, the dentist works slowly and checks comfort often. Bite paper marks contact points, and tiny refinements are made so more teeth share the load. If a filling or crown is the cause, it may be reshaped or replaced to match the bite. When tooth position is driving the problem, aligners or other tooth-moving options may be used over time. Many plans also include a custom night guard to lower grinding force and protect enamel. If small reshaping is needed, it is usually quick and gentle, and numbing is rarely required. At each visit, you tap, chew, and slide your jaw so the bite can be fine-tuned until it feels level and natural.

AFTER: Once Bite Corrections are completed, chewing often feels smoother and the jaw can relax. It may take a short time for muscles to calm down if clenching has been happening for years. You will be told what is normal, like mild tenderness, and what is not, like a sharp high spot that keeps hitting first. If you receive a night guard, you will learn when to wear it and how to clean it. Follow-ups matter because tiny tweaks can prevent chips and reduce strain on dental work. Keep brushing and flossing as usual, and call quickly if speech feels off or a tooth feels tall. With routine checkups, the bite can stay balanced as teeth and gums change over time.