Buck teeth are also known as an overbite or malocclusion. It’s a misalignment of the teeth that can range in severity. Many people choose to live with buck teeth and not treat them. Late rock icon ...

Edmund Khoo, DDS, is an orthodontist and clinical associate professor at the New York University College of Dentistry. Clear aligners or braces can fix a mild overbite in as few as six months. Severe ...

Having straight teeth and a beautiful smile can be a confidence booster. If you have an overjet, sometimes called buck teeth, you might feel self-conscious and hide your smile. You might even avoid ...