Not all situations that seem to present bite abnormalities, or malocclusions, in children will persist into adulthood. Some types of tooth malposition tend to correct themselves. In fact, during the transition from deciduous, or milk, teeth to permanent teeth, the permanent teeth toward the front of the mouth often tend to crowd, since these are larger than the teeth they replace. However, with the shedding of the deciduous molars, which are replaced by the permanent bicuspids, there is a change in the relative position of the teeth. With use and under the influence of the muscular structure, the teeth may straighten themselves out. So if you are a parent, do not be alarmed if you notice that your child’s permanent teeth initially seem to be growing in crooked. An orthodontist should be able to determine if anything needs to be done.
What Orthodontists Say
Orthodontists do not agree on when to treat young patients. Some say at a very young age (4-6 years). Others say later, toward the end of growth during puberty (12-15 years). Still others adopt a position somewhere in the middle. Orthodontics is not just for children though. Crooked teeth cause many problems, even in adulthood. The state of your smile can be corrected without any limits on age if the teeth and tooth-bearing structures are sound.
What problems do crooked teeth cause? At least three kinds:
1. Problems related to appearance;
2. Functional problems, including difficulties in jaw movement (pain and lack of muscle coordination), problems in chewing, and problems in articulation and the production of speech.
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3. Greater risk of trauma due to protruding teeth and also greater risk of periodontal disease (gum disease) and tooth decay as well as dental deterioration and wear caused by malocclusion. In addition, some experts associate malocclusions with problems in the position of the spinal column (particularly in the neck area) and problems of muscle function in other parts of the body. But how is treatment given? And how long does it last?
Dental Bridge Work Essentialities
Observing their conditions and characteristics, the situations noted above indeed call for serious measure namely of dental bridge work. Yes, dental bridge work procedures aim to reconnect the not well positioned dents to allow the teeth to work well for the owners as well. It could be observed that through the application of dental bridge work on such problems, through time, the problems brought about by misaligned teeth could soon be solved. This could even give way to the possibility of giving one a cosmetic dental work if needed.
