As a young mother, I was reasonably ignorant when raising my firstborn. My biggest regret is that I didn't help her take better care of her teeth. Like many people, I didn't realise the importance of baby teeth, resulting in long-term dental problems. Recently, my daughter got married and some of my tears were for the beautiful, glistening smile she presented to the cameras. Ever since I realised the dental damage I had caused, I had been saving for my daughter to have cosmetic dentistry. The results are remarkable. During the course of this journey, I have learnt a lot about caring for children's teeth and corrective procedures that can be undertaken when issues arise. I am sure many of you would be interested in the latest knowledge and techniques that are available to prevent and repair dental complications. I'm Margret Devlin - thanks for visiting.
Having an orthodontic problem does not have to be a major issue. There are many advances in orthodontics that can help give you better teeth and a good-looking smile. One of these advances is the brace. Braces have proved immensely beneficial for people with crooked teeth and misaligned jaws.
The most obvious indication that you are the right candidate for braces is when you have crooked teeth. However, many more signs may point to a need for braces. Here is what you need to know.
When You Have Large Spaces Between Your Teeth
In most patients, large spaces between teeth result from a relatively small jaw compared to the size of the teeth. Other causes include missing teeth, genetics and childhood habits such as tongue thrusting, lip sucking and thumb sucking. In addition to enhancing your smile, closing these spaces is critical in mitigating bite issues and oral infections. So, if there are huge gaps between your teeth, you should get braces to close them down.
When You Have Over-Bite and Under-Bite Issues
An overbite or under-bite qualifies you for brace installation. The two conditions occur due to misalignment of the lower and upper dental arches. And a poor bite can affect your dental health in several ways. First, it wears down your teeth enamel, exposing you to the risk of getting dental cavities. Additionally, a poor bite can lead to tooth fracture and loosening, which may subsequently cause tooth loss if left untreated. Other negative effects include tooth sensitivity, chronic headaches and teeth injury due to protrusion. By correcting your jaw position, orthodontics will improve your bite.
When You Have Unexplained Jaw Pain
Pain and discomfort on the jaws signal a deeper problem in your mouth. In most cases, the pain arises from jaw misalignment, which causes strains on the muscles when eating or talking. If you are experiencing persistent jaw pain, consult an orthodontics dental specialist instantly. They will assess the alignment of your jaws and recommend the appropriate braces to correct any irregularities.
When You Have Trouble Speaking and Eating
Teeth and jaw misalignment can profoundly impact the functions of your mouth, including chewing, swallowing and talking. Getting braces can be an ideal solution to these problems. Braces restore your teeth and jaws to their correct positions. When that happens, your mouth becomes better at eating and speaking.
Apart from refining your facial appearance, braces can help improve your mouth's functions and protect you from oral complications. Contact an orthodontist for more information.
Share25 February 2021
