Having straight teeth that line up together is the best thing that happens to your smile. But what if your teeth are crooked and misaligned? Crooked teeth affect not only your aesthetic appearance but also your tooth functionality. You can now straighten your teeth and get a desirable smile by opting for orthodontic treatments.
Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, interaction, and correction of dental irregularities such as bad bites and others. Such treatments make it easy to chew food, speak, and improve your smile.
When Do I Need Orthodontic Treatment?
- You may need orthodontic treatment in case of an underbite, overbite, crossbite, and open bite.
- Orthodontic treatment is suggested in case of a misplaced midline.
- This treatment also solves the problem of random spacing or gaps between your teeth.
- Orthodontic treatment is the solution to the overcrowding of your teeth.
What are the Common Orthodontic Treatments?
- Braces
Traditional conventional braces are the most sought-after orthodontic treatment that you may opt to improve your smile and bite. They are fixed appliances comprising brackets, bands, and wires. We place bands around your teeth and attach brackets to their front surface. Arch wires connect these brackets to the band. When we tighten the archwires, it puts pressure on your teeth, thus moving them to a desirable position.
- Space Maintainers
This orthodontic treatment is a popular treatment approach among young children who lose their teeth prematurely. We place a space maintainer in their mouth to keep the space open. Eventually, the permanent teeth appear to fill the space.
- Clear Aligners
If the application of braces makes you conscious about how you look, clear aligners are the best option to choose. They are becoming increasingly popular among adults. Aligners work the same as conventional braces. Their invisible appearance makes them the most sought-after orthodontic option in the present time. Clear aligners are removable devices, and you may remove them while brushing teeth or having food. Maintaining your oral hygiene becomes easier with this orthodontic treatment.
- Removable Space Maintainers
Another removable orthodontic device that we may recommend for the treatment is removable space maintainers. They are made using plastic and an acrylic base fitting over the jaw. We will place them in the open spaces left by your missing teeth.
- Jaw Repositioning Appliances
Orthodontic treatment also includes jaw repositioning appliances or splints. We place them on the top or lower jaw to treat TMJ disorder. It is also used to close your jaw in a better position.
To find out more about the dental services offered at Orange Family Dental, call (619) 280-4861 or schedule an online consultation. You can also visit Dentist in San Diego, CA at 4205 Fairmount Avenue, San Diego, CA 92105.
