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Phantom bite: a case report and literature review

Abstract Objective: Phantom bite is a rare and challenging condition that dentists may encounter in their daily clinical practice. Patients with phantom bite typically present with many failed repeated occlusal treatments, such as full-mouth prosthetic reconstructions and orthodontic treatments, to overcome their distressing symptoms. Method and result: A 55-year-old female with no history of medical problems presented with bite discomfort. She complained of discomfort from a “bite” and pressure-like feeling in her right upper three maxillary posterior teeth. Examination revealed no temporomandibular disorder (TMD) abnormalities. A thorough evaluation of her oral structures revealed no dental, periodontal, or mucosal pathologies. Conclusion: Owing to the great potential of conditions for financial loss and litigation problems, dentists, particularly those who perform bite-changing procedures, should be aware of this condition. This case is presented to highlight many of the clinical characteristics of phantom bite.