See a dentist (orthodontic treatment) if you are concerned about the alignment of your teeth.
Orthodontic treatment (braces) is a treatment to correct the alignment of the teeth (dentition) of people with misaligned teeth or a bad bite into a good dental alignment.
Generally, orthodontic appliances are used to gradually apply pressure to the teeth and jawbone to move the braces.
Technically, malocclusion is a condition in which the teeth are not properly aligned, or the upper and lower teeth are not properly aligned and bite together.
Malocclusion results in poor chewing, which is an important function of the teeth.
Types of malocclusion and symptoms caused by malocclusion.
Types of malocclusion
The types of malocclusion requiring orthodontic treatment are listed below.
Over bite(upper jaw protrusion)
A condition in which the upper front teeth are tilted forward and the upper and lower bite are not properly aligned.
Under bite
The lower teeth are further forward than the upper teeth. The bite is opposite to the upper and lower teeth.
Open bite.
This is a condition where the upper and lower teeth do not meet when chewing and there is an open space between the upper and lower teeth.
The front teeth cannot bite through food properly.
Jaw deformities requiring surgery
This is a condition in which the bite appears abnormal due to jaw deformity.
It cannot be treated by orthodontics alone and may require surgical removal of the jawbone.
Symptoms caused by malocclusion
If these malocclusions are left untreated, the following symptoms may occur
⋆Poor bite and difficulty chewing food.
⋆Air leaks through the teeth and speech becomes slurred.
⋆Uneven teeth can lead to tooth decay and gum disease because the teeth cannot be brushed properly.
⋆Teeth can become uneven, which can lead to tooth decay and gum disease.
⋆Teeth are not properly aligned, which puts stress on the jaw joints.
⋆Buck teeth or a protruding mouth can break teeth and damage the inside of the mouth.
How do you choose a dentist to treat you with orthodontic treatment?
If you are concerned about the alignment of your teeth and are considering orthodontic treatment, you should check whether the dentist specialises in orthodontic treatment.
Orthodontics is a highly specialised medical field and most dentists undergo further training after graduating from dental school to improve their knowledge and skills.
Treatment requires a thorough examination and it is important to have laboratory equipment on site.
It is also possible to visit several orthodontic clinics for a consultation, although this can be expensive.
——- Orthodontic treatment procedures ——-
A thorough examination will be carried out.
Scan Image and x-rays are taken and a treatment plan is discussed.
Based on the test results, the proposed treatment plan is explained.
Only when the patient is satisfied and agrees to the treatment does the treatment begin.
Depending on the position of the teeth to be straightened, the orthodontic appliances will be fitted several times and checked and fine-tuned.
Once the teeth are straightened, they are held in place with retainers.
When the orthodontic device is removed, the teeth try to move back into their original position.
Retainers are devices that prevent this movement back.
There are two types of retainers: removable (removable braces) and non-removable (fixed braces).
First, see the doctor for a consultation.
Orthodontic treatment to realign your teeth and bite can be started at any time, as long as you are willing to ‘give it a go’.
There are no age or time restrictions.
Not only will you look and feel better, but you will also enjoy eating better. So please do not hesitate to contact us.
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