Malocclusion (packed or crooked teeth) or “bad bites” are treated with braces and orthodontic therapy. Sometimes your upper and lower jaws may not connect correctly, even though your teeth are straight. These issues with the jaw or teeth alignment might be genetic, the consequence of trauma, early or late tooth loss, or thumb sucking.
Your dentist can suggest braces or another orthodontic procedure to realign your teeth if you have an irregular bite. An attractive smile may be achieved by fixing the issue, but more significantly, orthodontic treatment leads to a healthier mouth. If an irregular bite is not corrected, more oral health issues may arise, such as:
- decay in the teeth
- gum disease
- loss of teeth
- impacted eating and/or speaking
- irregular tooth enamel wear
- issues with the jaw
There are several methods for straightening your teeth. Your preferences and the alternatives your dentist or orthodontist offers will determine the type of orthodontic treatment you receive. Conventional braces use pressure to correct teeth. In order to gently move your teeth and jaw, they typically consist of tiny brackets that are bonded to your teeth and connected by a wire that is periodically tightened by your dentist or orthodontist. The brackets might be tooth-colored or made of metal. They are occasionally positioned below your teeth. Detachable aligners are an additional alternative for addressing orthodontic issues under the close supervision of a dentist or orthodontist.
Your dentist or an orthodontist, a dentist who focuses on the identification, management, and prevention of facial and dental abnormalities, may provide orthodontic therapy. The severity of your condition and your dentist’s orthodontic experience will determine this.
Orthodontic therapy often starts between the ages of 8 and 14, as abnormal bites typically become apparent between the ages of 6 and 12. The best outcomes are achieved when treatment starts when the youngster is still developing. This does not exclude people from getting braces; orthodontic treatment is possible for healthy teeth at any age.
The length of therapy will depend on your circumstances, but typically patients stay in treatment for one to three years. After that, you have to wear a retainer for a while to keep your teeth in their new places. The braces of today are more comfy than ever. Modern materials often need fewer modifications and move teeth with a steady, mild force.
Maintaining a healthy diet is crucial for the health of your teeth when wearing braces. Naturally, maintaining a healthy diet is crucial, but consuming too many sweet foods while wearing braces can cause plaque to accumulate around your brackets, which might harm or permanently discolor your teeth. It’s also a good idea to stay away from sticky foods like popcorn, corn on the cob, chewing gum, and entire apples. Find out from your dentist what foods you should avoid during treatment. Although not everyone is born with a gorgeous smile, everyone may have a beautiful and healthy smile with proper dental care and a little orthodontic assistance.