Sometimes, it is important to discuss options in a fuss and frill-free manner so that you can comprehend what your situation is and what you need to do about it. An orthodontist in Harley Street will do just this with you.
It is important to understand the potential severity of your, or your child’s misaligned bite or misalignment of teeth. In that way, you can make informed decisions that will benefit the outcome later on down the track.
By having an open and candid conversation with your orthodontist in Harley Street, you are able to understand your options and the importance of making the right choice.
Why is having straight teeth so important?
It is important to have a healthy mouth and one of the factors that significantly contributes to this is having straight teeth. Straight teeth sit correctly in the mouth, allowing you to access every individual tooth correctly when you brush and floss.
Crooked teeth that cross over or are too cramped together are difficult to clean properly, meaning that food debris and bad bacteria can sit around and begin to cause damage.
One of the leading culprits of bad breath is this bad bacteria, so by being able to wash it away completely is a big positive when having straighter teeth. This bad bacteria also reacts with acids in your mouth to erode enamel. Enamel is the important shell over your teeth that keeps them strong. Without enamel, your teeth will begin to break down and holes will appear that need to be filled.
Why is having a correctly aligned bite so important?
If you have been told that you or your child has a misaligned bite, then it is very important that you take action, as the complications regarding this are not simply cosmetic.
People who have a misaligned bite may find that they struggle to eat certain foods correctly. They may also have difficulty forming words, which during childhood can lead to self-esteem issues and other complications later on in life.
It is not possible to correct a small child’s bite or teeth immediately and they usually need to wait till around seven years old before an orthodontist in Harley Street will consider treatment. During the early stages of life, people grow and develop differently which can mean that upper and lower jaws are simply growing at different stages. By the time a patient is the age of seven, a dentist will be able to determine whether treatment is going to be necessary for a bite to be perfected.
The faster that you begin treatment for an incorrect bite or misaligned teeth, the quicker the treatment can generally be completed. This is advantageous for everyone, as the cost and the treatment time is reduced, meaning that there is a smaller impact on the entire family.
It is possible to correct misalignments in the teeth and jaws of adults, however it can be a little more complex and lengthy. We will be able to answer any questions that you may have regarding your personal situation when you come in to speak with us.