What are the most common signs that a patient needs braces?
At our clinic, we offer various types of braces in Windsor to help patients address their specific teeth issues. These incredible dental devices are used to fix a wide range of teeth-related issues, from an overcrowded mouth and spacing concerns, to misalignment problems. With the availability of a select choice of dental instruments to choose from, patients can find the most suitable option to help them address their individual needs.
Some of the most frequently asked questions our dentists answer are patient’s queries with regards to the appearance of their teeth and how they can obtain a better-looking smile. Some patients are not even aware that they may need braces in Windsor until they visit our clinic. Some signs that indicate a patient requires orthodontic treatment are easily detected like an overcrowded mouth, but a patient may also exhibit signs that are less obvious to them (jaw pain and headaches) and these require the knowing eyes of a dentist to diagnose a dental concern.
How to tell if you need a teeth-correcting device
The following signs may help patients determine the need for braces in Windsor, however, only a professional dentist will be able to assess the patient’s condition by carrying out a proper dental examination to confirm whether the condition merits the need for treatment.
- Upper and lower jaws do not align properly
Patients find that gaps have formed between their teeth when their upper and lower jaws do not fit together as they should. The condition is caused by thumb-sucking in childhood and genetic factors may also apply. Patients with this gap are at risk of experiencing infection and gum inflammation.
- Overcrowding
Patients are often aware that a mouth crammed full of teeth detracts from a pleasing smile, but what may not be immediately apparent is the health concerns attached to this dental issue. Food particles can become trapped more easily in an overcrowded mouth resulting in a greater risk of bad breath, tooth decay and gum disease. If treatment is not sought, this problem can escalate, as inadequate spacing in teeth adds a further complication of making cleaning difficult.
- Overbite
This condition is described as the upper front teeth protruding further forward than the bottom layer of teeth. One of the serious concerns for patients with an overbite is the increased odds of injury to the teeth should a facial injury occur.
- Underbite
Another type of bite problem is the underbite, where lower front teeth protrude further than the front teeth in the upper jaw. A reason for this may be a disproportionate jaw size and can lead to a patient experiencing challenges in biting and chewing and expedited signs of facial ageing.
In addition to the above symptoms found in adults, parents concerned about their children’s teeth should look out for tell-tale signs such as extended thumb-sucking and breathing through the mouth.
The signs mentioned above can help patients determine whether they want to take the next step in seeking appropriate treatment. For patients who desire the best treatment plan to correct crooked teeth issues, contact Old Windsor dental clinic today to arrange a consultation with one of our experienced dentists. We will be more than happy to help you to a straighter smile.
