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title: "Open Bite Treatment Evanston | Smile Suite Orthodontics"
description: "Upper and lower anterior teeth failing to meet when back teeth are closed, leaving a visible vertical opening."
canonical_url: "https://smilesuiteortho.com/conditions/open-bite"
practice: "Smile Suite Orthodontics"
doctor: "Dr. Kimberly Mays Smith, DDS, MS"
phone: "(847) 665-1504"
address: "2422 Main St., Evanston, IL 60202"
consultation_cost: "100% Free / Complimentary ($0)"
category: "Orthodontic Condition"
ideal_evaluation_age: "Screen by age 7 to identify mouth breathing, thumb sucking, or enlarged tonsils."
---
# Open Bite Treatment in Evanston, IL

> Upper and lower anterior teeth failing to meet when back teeth are closed, leaving a visible vertical opening.

## Clinical Risks If Left Untreated
- Inability to bite or shear food with front teeth
- Speech lisps (especially "s" sounds)
- Mouth breathing and tongue thrust habits

## Orthodontic Treatment Solutions
- Clear aligners with molar intrusion
- Habit appliances
- Airway evaluation and tongue posture retraining

## Recommended Timing for Evaluation
**Screen by age 7 to identify mouth breathing, thumb sucking, or enlarged tonsils.**

## Consult Dr. Kimberly Mays Smith
Dr. Kim uses high-resolution digital 3D scans to evaluate root position, jaw relationship, and airway patency before crafting a personalized treatment plan.

Initial consultations are 100% free with zero obligation. Book online at [smilesuiteortho.com/#orthobook](https://smilesuiteortho.com/#orthobook) or call (847) 665-1504.