Correcting an overbite is a crucial part of achieving a healthy, stable, and beautiful smile. For some patients, the most effective way to do this is with the Forsus™ appliance. This advanced device is a modern, comfortable, and discreet alternative to traditional headgear, designed to work seamlessly with your braces to improve your bite.
How Does Forsus Work?
The Forsus appliance is a spring mechanism that attaches to your braces. It applies a gentle, continuous, light force to the teeth and jaw. This constant pressure encourages your lower jaw to move forward and your upper molars to move back, gradually guiding your bite into its ideal position.
It’s installed in a single appointment and requires no daily adjustments from you. The best part? It works 24/7—even while you sleep—to help you achieve a perfect bite efficiently.
The Forsus™ Advantage
The Forsus appliance offers some amazing benefits for our patients.
Comfortable & Discreet
With a low profile, the Forsus appliance is designed to not bow into your cheeks. It allows for a full range of motion, so it won’t affect your speech or eating habits.
Convenient & Hygienic
Because it’s a fixed appliance that works around the clock, you don’t have to remember to put it in or take it out. The open spring design is also easy to brush and keep clean, with no gaps to trap food.
A Smart Alternative
For the right patients, Forsus is a powerful tool that can help eliminate excessive overbites, improve the overall fit of the teeth, and in some cases, even prevent the need for future jaw surgery.
Is Forsus Right for You?
During your consultation, Dr. Spence will determine the best course of treatment for your unique smile. If an overbite is a concern, ask us if the Forsus appliance is the right solution for you!