Having a misaligned tooth or a crooked tooth happens often. Crooked teeth do not always have to be straightened. If you are quite comfortable with the way your teeth looks crooked, and you do not want it changed as it gives you a peculiar appearance, then you do not have to do anything about it.
However, if you are uncomfortable with your appearance due to your crooked teeth, if it changes your mood, makes you unhappy or causes health or speech problems for you, then you definitely should consider changing it. We will give you a brief on what causes crooked teeth, the health problems associated with crooked teeth and how it can be straightened.
The teeth can either grow out crooked, or they can become crooked with time. When the baby teeth are too small to fit into the amount of gum space provided for them, they tend to become crooked. The genes also have a part to play in crooked teeth, as sometimes crooked teeth can be inherited. Another factor that can cause crooked teeth is prolonged habits like constant sucking on a thumb or pacifier in children. Note that if a child has crooked baby teeth, it does not necessarily mean that the child will grow up to have crooked permanent teeth. However, if the baby teeth are crowded together, the permanent teeth may also become crowded.
If the baby teeth do not fall off on its own but are compelled to fall off, the permanent teeth that grow to replace it may be crooked. Other issues affecting baby teeth that could affect the permanent teeth include;
Crooked teeth can, in some cases, affect people’s lifestyle. When one has crooked teeth, it affects the method of eating. Crooked teeth can cause pain during chewing. Also, one’s self-confidence can be affected by crooked teeth. This could affect your social life and prevent you from having the confidence you need.
Some health issues that can result from crooked teeth include;
–Improper digestion: When the food is not properly chewed, it can affect digestion.
-Speech difficulties: Crooked teeth can change the way you talk. Misaligned teeth can affect the way you sound.
-Periodontal disease: Tooth decay and gum diseases can occur from crooked teeth as it is challenging to clean in between them. Periodontitis is a serious infection that can lead to bone and teeth damage, and an untreated gum disease which resulted from crooked teeth can lead to Periodontitis.
-Excess wear and tear on the teeth, jaw muscles and gums can result in chronic headaches.
This is a personal decision. Some people may see the cost of straightening crooked teeth as too much and therefore ignore it. Also, people whose self-esteem are not affected by crooked teeth and suffer no negative effect from it may decide to ignore treatments. However, if you feel affected either mentally, emotionally or health-wise, you should try to fix crooked teeth.
Do reach out to our Harley street dentist if you would like to do soething about your crooked teeth or to seek expert advice.
If you decide to straighten your teeth, there are so many options that are available for you. You can have a discussion with your dentist who will examine you and tell you the suitable treatment option for you.
Braces are usually the most common option. Braces are a good option for people regardless of their age, as long as the teeth are strong enough to withstand the braces. In children, braces are usually the most ideal option, as their teeth are still flexible and can be easily repositioned.
Depending on the type of brace in use, treatment can last for about two to three years. Tooth straightening surgery often requires lesser time.
Some of the options for tooth straightening include;
Your dentist may refer you to an orthodontist. Expect a thorough examination of your mouth and jaw. Also, you will be expected to explain your symptoms properly to the Harley Street dentist or orthodontist. X-rays of the mouth will then be taken, and a mould of the teeth will be made.
Note that crooked teeth are a common problem in children. They do not always require treatment unless in cases where they are causing health issues. Do not be pressurised into straightening a crooked tooth if it does not affect you. If you decide to straighten your teeth, always employ the service of a professional dentist.
Do you have a cracked tooth and you feel you might need to get treatment in London? If this is you then the Harley street dentist is just what you need.
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