
Fixing teeth will make you look fantastic. While a beautiful smile can increase your confidence and look fabulous, it’s not the main reason orthodontists recommend getting braces.
People should also start the process early in life. According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, you should schedule your child’s first dental visit at the one-year mark or six months after their first tooth appears. This will help prevent more significant conditions, so let’s find out more about them so you can decide!
Overcrowding
One major problem occurs when teeth come in too close together or lack sufficient interdental space. This is called overcrowding.
Dental braces can help spread teeth out properly by applying gentle but steady pressure in the right direction on each tooth. This is important since it can be difficult to clean between teeth (floss) that are too close together. Teeth may also rub against each other and wear down the enamel if not properly spaced.
Midline Mismatch
Basically, midline mismatching is when the upper and lower jaws don’t lay down evenly against each other. That may be what causes the open bite, mentioned above, but midline mismatch affects the whole run of the line, not just one area in the front of the mouth.
When the cusps (tops) of your teeth are off by even a millimeter or two, your smile can be visibly distorted. It may also be uncomfortable and affect how you bite into food.
Jaw Misalignment
Jaw misalignment refers to pain and dislocation affecting the jaw itself due to some form of tooth misalignment. The TMJ (temporomandibular joint) of the jaw frequently gets the brunt of the problem.
Depending on its severity, this can be a serious condition, and it may take both braces and additional orthodontic or medical care to fully correct it over time.
Midline Mismatch
Midline mismatch is when the centerline of your top teeth don’t line up with the ones at the bottom. When this misalignment happens, even by just a millimeter or two, it can sometimes lead to bite issues and a visibly distorted smile. In some rare cases, a midline misalignment may occur simultaneously as a posterior crossbite, which is when the top back teeth sit inside the bottom back teeth. This can potentially increase the likelihood of tooth decay, jaw pain, and periodontal disease. Clear aligners and braces are just a few treatments your Orthodontist Edmonton family dentist can use to correct midline misalignment.
Teeth grinding
If you suffer from bruxism, orthodontics can also help save your teeth from their nightly assault, particularly when the cause is an abnormal bite or crooked teeth. Braces or clear aligners can straighten your teeth to help ease or eliminate the grinding. It won’t be an overnight fix, but over time, the slight continuous movement of your teeth to their proper place will bring more comfort and ease.
Difficulty Speaking
Sometimes, misaligned teeth make it difficult to pronounce certain sounds and words correctly. They may also lead to a whistle or other sound coming out during speech or various other speech impediments. By correcting teeth misalignment with braces, both speaking and chewing problems can also be resolved.
There is no doubt that dental braces have a wide range of applications to numerous tooth malocclusions and can indirectly help correct various other problems caused by misaligned teeth.
Self-Love Problems
While preventing diseases and conditions is most important, braces can also help self-esteem. Both children and adults tend to feel happier once their teeth align correctly. They can smile more in pictures and in general, which leads to better mental health. No one should be afraid to show their smiles, and braces are the first step to improving their confidence.
Now that you know the common issues braces can fix, it’s time to decide what’s right for you. There are many benefits to getting orthodontic treatment, and our specialists at City Orthopedics will tell you all about them. Make an appointment and start the road to a perfect smile today!
To learn more about how braces can help correct your dental problems or to schedule an appointment with an experienced Invisalign Edmonton who can examine your mouth and give you sound dental advice, contact City Orthopedics today!