Suffering from a problem crooked teeth It is more common than we think, since it is one of the main reasons why the population goes to the dentist in search of a solution. According to the Sanitas Bucodental Study 2017, the 50,9% of those surveyed stated that they had had orthodontics sometime in your life.

Then, why are teeth crooked? What are the possible consequences on our oral health? And the solutions? We tell you, in a simple and summarized way, the main keys to understanding it

Why do teeth crook?

Teeth experience, over time, modifications in both its position and shape. This causes many of them, not finding enough space, to ride on top of each other or twist; but, as we have already said, this is more common than it seems.

And what causes these movements? Mainly, the birth of new teeth As we move from a younger age to adolescence, alteration of wisdom teeth, teeth that have not yet emerged and who have problems with it or bad habits during childhood.

What happens if I have crooked teeth?

The problem of crooked teeth, despite being one of the most common in children and adults, needs an alternative as soon as it is identified, as it can cause other problems in the long run. oral health conditions from the patients.

Some of the main consequences are the following:

• Difficulty in cleaning, generating cavities, periodontitis or other related diagnoses.
• Tensions in the jaw area and the dentures do not fit correctly.
• Headaches or migraine after forcing the jaw position too much.
• If the severity level is high, it may present problems performing daily functions, like eating or talking.
• Dental wear, by rubbing some teeth against others and maintaining this contact over time.

Solutions for Crooked Teeth: What Should I Do?

El dental treatment more effective capable of solve a crooked teeth problem It is, without a doubt, orthodontics, since it allows for a comprehensive application in the jaw that modifies the separate pieces, the crowding or the position of the oral cavity.

Now, according to the type of difficulty we face or according to the client's preferences, we can find different orthodontic models. We show them to you!

Metal braces

La more traditional, cheap and functional option. It is a fixed device, attached to the tooth and exerting pressure on it, which is responsible for gradually modifying the position of the teeth and jaw.

Lingual orthodontics

Made with the same material and the same structure as the brackets, but positioned on the inner face of the denture to reduce your visibility and provide a more aesthetic component to the treatment. 

Invisible orthodontics

The latest development in the dental sector that, for a few years, has exponentially increased patient access to orthodontic treatment. This is because, as it is transparent covers which They put pressure on the teeth and their position, the aesthetics are greatly improved.

Furthermore, this treatment greatly reduces the time you have to spend to solve your crooked teeth problem.

What if I use dental veneers for crooked teeth?

Dental veneers are a highly recommended alternative if the patient present this mild problem; That is, if the teeth are not very crooked, the treatment can be applied and have aesthetic and functional results in a short time.

Would you like it correct your crooked teeth problem with one of these treatments? At Clínica Guinova we carry out personalized monitoring of your dental clinical history to provide the best solution with a team of professionals.

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