Going to the dentist at least twice per year for routine cleanings and a thorough examination is an important part of your oral care routine. Brushing and flossing on their own aren’t enough, no matter how diligent you may be. Scheduling routine appointments with Liverpool Orthodontics is vital as well. This is the place where licensed professionals will examine the layout of your teeth, the structural integrity of your bite and the density and stability of the underlying bone structures. Efforts to correct orthodontic issues can extend the lifespan of your natural teeth and radically improve smile aesthetics.
Minimizing Bite Forces Through Balance
Your bite is is ultimately the structure of your smile when your mouth is closed. If you bite own on a piece of putty or soft bread, you can see the shape of your bite. Each tooth has its own role in structure and function. Some teeth are for ripping and tearing while others are for grinding and mashing. When teeth are missing or the bite is misaligned, many teeth will have to perform jobs that they are not intended to do. This leads to a lot of unnecessary wear and tear on these structures and greatly increases the likelihood of local decay, stress fractures, chips and eventual tooth loss. These are all things that Liverpool orthodontics services can minimise by correcting the bite and balancing out bite forces.
Addressing Misalignment
Misaligned or unevenly spaced teeth can also diminish smile aesthetics and make people feel less than confident about their looks. Some people have over or under-bites, while others have teeth that overlap, multiple rows of teeth in certain areas, under-sized teeth and other structural issues. When this is the case, bite forces are not properly balanced and problems are likely to rear their heads.
There are several ways in which orthodontists can correct misalignment. Traditional methods are the most well-known and these are often used in teens and young-teens. Clear braces tend to be preferred among older results who want similar results but a less conspicuous solution. There are even clear, plastic trays that function quite a bit like braces. These are worn to straighten out the teeth but unlike braces of all types, they are easy to take out and put back in.
Liverpool Orthodontics Services Provide Individualised Solutions
No single solution is capable of solving all orthodontic issues in every instance. Factors such as age, bone density loss and gum tissue health all play roles in determining which treatment options will be best for you. Your dentist and your orthodontist can work together to create a perfect and seamlessly integrated plan that is individualised to your own oral health needs and concerns.