This is the dentistry area responsible for correcting the position of teeth. Apart from the poor self-esteem many people experience because of them, crooked teeth are harder to keep clean, thus increasing the risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Sometimes, they also make more difficult to chew certain types of healthy, high-fiber food, causing digestive difficulties or simply to avoid bad food. Others may experience discomfort in the jaw joint due to improper alignment of teeth and gums.
If your teeth are protruding, they may be more susceptible to chip off or fracture. An improper bite may even cause teeth to wear unevenly and faster. A number of problems can create the need for orthodontic treatment, from teeth that are crooked, stacked up, or that have inappropriate spaces, to an overbite, an inverse bite, a closed or crossed bite.
There are several types of braces: metal, ceramic or sapphire, whose indication depends on the patient’s case and expectations.