{"id":5454,"date":"2025-01-14T18:51:47","date_gmt":"2025-01-14T18:51:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/?page_id=5454"},"modified":"2025-01-19T19:55:42","modified_gmt":"2025-01-19T19:55:42","slug":"bite-elevation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/en\/bite-elevation\/","title":{"rendered":"Bite Elevation"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"wp-block-uagb-columns uagb-columns__wrap uagb-columns__background-undefined uagb-columns__stack-mobile uagb-columns__valign-undefined uagb-columns__gap-10 alignfull uagb-block-91aaf985 mackS1\"><div class=\"uagb-columns__overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"uagb-columns__inner-wrap uagb-columns__columns-2\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-column uagb-column__wrap uagb-column__background-undefined uagb-block-fcbcad8c\"><div class=\"uagb-column__overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"uagb-column__inner-wrap\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimas-pagrindine-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5494\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimas-pagrindine-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimas-pagrindine-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimas-pagrindine-min-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimas-pagrindine-min-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimas-pagrindine-min-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimas-pagrindine-min-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimas-pagrindine-min-1980x1320.jpg 1980w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimas-pagrindine-min.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-column uagb-column__wrap uagb-column__background-undefined uagb-block-579e6dd8\"><div class=\"uagb-column__overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"uagb-column__inner-wrap\">\n<p class=\"mackh2\">Bite Elevation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bite elevation is a dental procedure aimed at restoring reduced bite height, often lost due to tooth wear, misaligned bites, or other factors. This intervention is not only aesthetic but also functional, helping to address a variety of oral health issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-right\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius\" href=\"tel:+37068630526\" style=\"background-color:#527c88\">+370 686 305 26<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background no-border-radius\" href=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/en\/book-an-appointment-2\/\">ONLINE<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1   uagb-block-e438bb20 macktableC\" \n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-delay= \"100\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__title-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tContents\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#when-is-bite-elevation-recommended\">When Is Bite Elevation Recommended?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#stages-of-the-procedure\">Stages of the Procedure<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#benefits-of-bite-elevation\">Benefits of Bite Elevation<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#risks-and-complications\">Risks and Complications<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#how-to-prepare-for-bite-elevation\">How to Prepare for Bite Elevation<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#patient-experiences\">Patient Experiences<\/a><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-transparent\">\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/en\/bite-elevation\/#When_Is_Bite_Elevation_Recommended\" title=\"When Is Bite Elevation Recommended?\">When Is Bite Elevation Recommended?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/en\/bite-elevation\/#Stages_of_the_Procedure\" title=\"Stages of the Procedure\">Stages of the Procedure<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/en\/bite-elevation\/#1_-_Diagnosis_and_Treatment_Planning\" title=\"1 \u2013 Diagnosis and Treatment Planning\">1 \u2013 Diagnosis and Treatment Planning<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/en\/bite-elevation\/#2_-_Temporary_Bite_Restoration\" title=\"2 &#8211; Temporary Bite Restoration\">2 &#8211; Temporary Bite Restoration<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/en\/bite-elevation\/#3_-_Final_Procedure\" title=\"3 &#8211; Final Procedure\">3 &#8211; Final Procedure<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/en\/bite-elevation\/#Benefits_of_Bite_Elevation\" title=\"Benefits of Bite Elevation\">Benefits of Bite Elevation<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/en\/bite-elevation\/#Risks_and_Complications\" title=\"Risks and Complications\">Risks and Complications<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/en\/bite-elevation\/#How_to_Prepare_for_Bite_Elevation\" title=\"How to Prepare for Bite Elevation\">How to Prepare for Bite Elevation<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/en\/bite-elevation\/#Patient_Experiences\" title=\"Patient Experiences\">Patient Experiences<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Is_Bite_Elevation_Recommended\"><\/span>When Is Bite Elevation Recommended?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/kada-rekomenduojamas-sakandzio-pakelimas-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5495\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/kada-rekomenduojamas-sakandzio-pakelimas-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/kada-rekomenduojamas-sakandzio-pakelimas-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/kada-rekomenduojamas-sakandzio-pakelimas-min-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/kada-rekomenduojamas-sakandzio-pakelimas-min-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/kada-rekomenduojamas-sakandzio-pakelimas-min-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/kada-rekomenduojamas-sakandzio-pakelimas-min-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/kada-rekomenduojamas-sakandzio-pakelimas-min-1980x1321.jpg 1980w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/kada-rekomenduojamas-sakandzio-pakelimas-min.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This procedure may be advised in the following situations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><strong>Tooth Wear:<\/strong><br>Tooth wear is one of the most common causes of reduced bite height. It may result from:<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Bruxism (teeth grinding):<\/strong> Nighttime grinding or excessive daytime clenching leads to enamel erosion.<\/li><li><strong>Aging:<\/strong> Teeth naturally wear down over time, especially if not properly maintained.<\/li><li><strong>Misaligned Bite:<\/strong> Improper contact between teeth can lead to uneven wear.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These problems can impair chewing function, cause jaw joint pain, and negatively impact aesthetics. Worn teeth may appear disproportionate, altering the appearance of a smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When tooth enamel\u2014the hard outer layer\u2014wears down, dentin (a softer, porous inner layer) becomes exposed. Dentin readily absorbs pigments from food, drinks, or tobacco, causing worn teeth to look darker or yellowish. This not only affects aesthetics but also increases sensitivity to heat, cold, and acids, potentially leading to other oral health issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\"><li><strong>Jaw Joint Issues:<\/strong><br>Reduced bite height can lead to jaw joint problems, such as:<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Pain during jaw movements.<\/li><li>Tinnitus (ringing in the ears).<\/li><li>Jaw clicking or restricted motion.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Bite elevation helps restore proper joint positioning and alleviate these symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\"><li><strong>Misaligned Bite:<\/strong><br>Some patients have congenital or acquired bite misalignment. Addressing these issues often requires bite elevation to ensure correct tooth and jaw alignment.<\/li><li><strong>Aesthetic Concerns:<\/strong><br>Bite elevation is often performed to improve smile and facial aesthetics. Reduced bite height can deepen facial wrinkles, alter lip position, and even change facial structure.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stages_of_the_Procedure\"><\/span>Stages of the Procedure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bite elevation is a complex process that requires a carefully tailored treatment plan and patient cooperation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs uagb-block-f5cfc626 uagb-tabs__wrap uagb-tabs__hstyle5-desktop uagb-tabs__hstyle5-tablet uagb-tabs__hstyle5-mobile centertab macketaps\" data-tab-active=\"0\"><ul class=\"uagb-tabs__panel uagb-tabs__align-left\"><li class=\"uagb-tab uagb-tabs__active\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab0\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"0\"><span>1 stage<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab1\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"1\"><span>2 stage<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\"uagb-tab\"><a href=\"#uagb-tabs__tab2\" class=\"uagb-tabs-list uagb-tabs__icon-position-left\" data-tab=\"2\"><span>3 stage<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"uagb-tabs__body-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-tabs__inner-tab uagb-inner-tab-0\"><div class=\"uagb-blocks__542e76dd uagb-tabs__body\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab0\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_-_Diagnosis_and_Treatment_Planning\"><\/span>1 \u2013 Diagnosis and Treatment Planning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/diagnostika-ir-gydymo-plano-sudarymas-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5496\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/diagnostika-ir-gydymo-plano-sudarymas-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/diagnostika-ir-gydymo-plano-sudarymas-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/diagnostika-ir-gydymo-plano-sudarymas-min-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/diagnostika-ir-gydymo-plano-sudarymas-min-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/diagnostika-ir-gydymo-plano-sudarymas-min-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/diagnostika-ir-gydymo-plano-sudarymas-min-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/diagnostika-ir-gydymo-plano-sudarymas-min-1980x1320.jpg 1980w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/diagnostika-ir-gydymo-plano-sudarymas-min.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The dentist conducts a thorough oral examination, assessing tooth condition, bite height, and overall oral health. Common diagnostic tools include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>X-rays.<\/li><li>CT scans.<\/li><li>Digital or physical models.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-tabs__inner-tab uagb-inner-tab-1\"><div class=\"uagb-blocks__f83a12eb uagb-tabs__body\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_-_Temporary_Bite_Restoration\"><\/span>2 &#8211; Temporary Bite Restoration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/laikinas-sakandzio-aukscio-atstatymas-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5497\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/laikinas-sakandzio-aukscio-atstatymas-min-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/laikinas-sakandzio-aukscio-atstatymas-min-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/laikinas-sakandzio-aukscio-atstatymas-min-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/laikinas-sakandzio-aukscio-atstatymas-min-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/laikinas-sakandzio-aukscio-atstatymas-min-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/laikinas-sakandzio-aukscio-atstatymas-min-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/laikinas-sakandzio-aukscio-atstatymas-min-1980x1320.jpg 1980w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/laikinas-sakandzio-aukscio-atstatymas-min.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Temporary overlays or prosthetics are often used to allow the patient to adjust to the new bite height and help the dentist evaluate necessary adjustments.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-tabs-child uagb-tabs__body-container uagb-tabs__inner-tab uagb-inner-tab-2\"><div class=\"uagb-blocks__657dc0ac uagb-tabs__body\" aria-labelledby=\"uagb-tabs__tab2\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_-_Final_Procedure\"><\/span>3 &#8211; Final Procedure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/galutine-procedura-sakandzio-pakelimo-min-edited-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5505\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/galutine-procedura-sakandzio-pakelimo-min-edited-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/galutine-procedura-sakandzio-pakelimo-min-edited-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/galutine-procedura-sakandzio-pakelimo-min-edited-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/galutine-procedura-sakandzio-pakelimo-min-edited-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/galutine-procedura-sakandzio-pakelimo-min-edited-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/galutine-procedura-sakandzio-pakelimo-min-edited-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/galutine-procedura-sakandzio-pakelimo-min-edited-1980x1114.jpg 1980w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/galutine-procedura-sakandzio-pakelimo-min-edited.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The final stage may involve several treatments, depending on the patient\u2019s needs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Restorative Fillings:<\/strong> For minor damage, tooth height and shape are restored using composite materials.<\/li><li><strong>Prosthetics:<\/strong> Crowns, veneers, or overlays are commonly used for severely worn or damaged teeth.<\/li><li><strong>Orthodontics:<\/strong> In some cases, braces or aligners are required before bite elevation.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Bite_Elevation\"><\/span>Benefits of Bite Elevation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Restored Chewing Function:<\/strong><br>Proper bite height ensures efficient chewing, improving food processing, digestion, and reducing strain on the stomach.<\/li><li><strong>Tooth Protection:<\/strong><br>Restoring bite height prevents further wear, extends tooth lifespan, and reduces the need for future complex restorations.<\/li><li><strong>Reduced Jaw Pain:<\/strong><br>Corrected bite height alleviates jaw joint discomfort and related symptoms.<\/li><li><strong>Enhanced Smile and Facial Aesthetics:<\/strong><br>Bite elevation restores proper tooth height, improving smile appearance, lip position, and facial proportions, helping patients look younger and feel more confident.<\/li><li><strong>Improved Long-Term Oral Health:<\/strong><br>Bite height restoration helps prevent gum recession, tooth sensitivity, and other problems associated with misaligned or worn bites.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risks_and_Complications\"><\/span>Risks and Complications<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimo-galimos-rizikos-min-edited-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5506\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimo-galimos-rizikos-min-edited-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimo-galimos-rizikos-min-edited-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimo-galimos-rizikos-min-edited-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimo-galimos-rizikos-min-edited-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimo-galimos-rizikos-min-edited-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimo-galimos-rizikos-min-edited-1200x674.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimo-galimos-rizikos-min-edited-1980x1113.jpg 1980w, https:\/\/mackeviciai.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/sakandzio-pakelimo-galimos-rizikos-min-edited.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As with any medical procedure, bite elevation has some risks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Initial discomfort while adjusting to the new bite height.<\/li><li>Rarely, improperly fitted restorations or prosthetics may require additional adjustments.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Prepare_for_Bite_Elevation\"><\/span>How to Prepare for Bite Elevation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before the procedure, patients should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Consult with their dentist to discuss expectations and potential outcomes.<\/li><li>Maintain excellent oral hygiene to minimize the risk of complications.<\/li><li>Prepare for a temporary adjustment period, which may last several weeks or months.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Patient_Experiences\"><\/span>Patient Experiences<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many patients report significant improvements in their quality of life after bite elevation. 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