Crossbite vs Underbite - Telling the Difference

Figuring out if you're dealing with a crossbite vs underbite can be a bit confusing since both involve teeth that just don't sit where they're supposed to. When you look in the mirror and notice your smile isn't quite "textbook," it's easy to lump every alignment issue into the same category. But while they might look similar to the untrained eye, these two issues are actually pretty different in terms of how they happen and how an orthodontist fixes them. ...

May 7, 2026 · 7 min · Stefania Delair