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Crooked teeth can be a problem at any age. Of course, the diagnosis of a malocclusion at an early age guarantees faster and more effective restoration of the chewing apparatus to its proper functionality. There are several ways to improve the appearance of the teeth and the arrangement of the jaws, for example veneers or braces.
Crooked teeth are not only unsightly, the problem is greater, because they can promote the development of caries, with a large anomaly, gums and cheeks are injured, as well as inflammation of the gums, for example, in extreme cases, speech impediments may occur.
Crooked teeth – causes
Crooked teeth are a big problem not only for aesthetic reasons, but also when it comes to proper oral hygiene. Crowded teeth prevent proper cleaning not only of the teeth themselves, but also of the interdental spaces. Incorrect bite can change facial features, for example the jaw becomes too forward or retracted, causing the face to look unnatural.
Crooked teeth most often result from genetic loads, for example, there is not enough space in the jaw and the teeth cannot position themselves in the correct order and place. Another reason why the teeth become crooked is because of mechanical damage to the jaw. Crooked teeth are also the result of losing deciduous teeth too early. Of course, it is best to start treatment as early as possible, because the treatment lasts a long time, so there is a chance of success in the treatment. So crooked teeth are the result of a mixture of environmental and genetic causes.
In orthodontics, the terms acquired and secondary crowding also appear. In the first case, the displacement of the teeth results from premature loss of deciduous teeth, in this case the permanent teeth appear in the first free place. A similar situation occurs when the milk teeth do not fall out on time and the permanent teeth do not have room and can appear next to or on top of the milk cup. Secondary crowding is a problem that affects adults and can be caused by erupting eights which cause the teeth to push and move.
Crooked teeth – treatment
In the case of a crooked bite, it is important to diagnose the bite quickly, the sooner the malocclusion is determined and the treatment is implemented quickly, there is a greater chance of a cure. Regular visits to the dentist are very important. The most popular method of correcting the bite is orthodontic braces, which can be used not only in children, but also in adults. The attending physician decides what the apparatus should be and how long the treatment must last. There are several types of braces, there can be fixed appliances and removable appliances. There are metal, transparent braces, there are also braces inserted from the inside of the teeth.
Another solution when crooked teeth are primarily an aesthetic problem are veneers, i.e. teeth overlays glued to the teeth with specialized glue. You can choose porcelain and composite veneers. Treatment of crooked teeth and the resulting incorrect bite can also include grinding or even tooth extraction. In adults, doctors may suggest surgery. It is also worth considering miotherapy, which consists in training the mimic muscles and chewing organs, such a therapy may prove effective in the case of young children.