When left untreated, crooked teeth can have a negative impact on health and lifestyle, leading to compromised long term dental hygiene. Hence, if you notice any issue with your child’s teeth, or have been recommended to visit an orthodontist, it is best to make an appointment for dental braces as soon as possible, for easier, better, and more affordable treatment options that benefit overall dental health in the long run. Here is what should know about the positive braces effects on teeth.

Signs of orthodontic problems

If you notice any of the following signs in your child, make sure to visit a dentist for a consultation.

• Difficulty in biting or chewing food
• Overcrowded or misplaced teeth
• Thumb sucking
• Breathing through the mouth
• Abnormal loss of baby teeth (early or late)
• Disproportionate jaws and teeth
• Gaps between teeth
• Biting the roof of the mouth of inside of the cheeks

Benefits of braces for kids

Timely orthodontic treatment has a number of benefits for kids:

• Creates more space in the jaw

Crowding can cause the growth of many teeth to be stunted. Early interventional orthodontic treatment addresses this issue and creates more space in the jaw, to allow permanent teeth to erupt as normal, from the gums.

• Reduces the risk of tooth injury in protruding teeth

Protruded teeth naturally have a risk of cracking, chipping or breaking accidentally, as the lips do not provide enough protection from external elements. This damage causes the need for further medical treatments. Braces help align the teeth and take care of protruding teeth issues.

• Enhances facial symmetry

Braces correct any form of crooked teeth, making the smile more even and aligned. This improves overall appearance by improving face symmetry and also corrects any bite issues (overbite or underbite) by aligning the teeth and jaws.

• Corrects any speech problems occurring due to crooked teeth

Overbite, which occurs when the upper teeth overlap the bottom teeth, causes a whistling sound to escape when a person talks. Braces correct this issue and fill in any gaps between the teeth.

• Maintains quality of teeth

Bite issues can cause the top and bottom teeth to grind against each other, causing wear and tear of the enamel. Clenching can also reduce the quality of jaw joints. By correcting these very issues, braces help maintain the quality of teeth, reducing the need to seek more expensive, invasive treatment down the line.

• Improves dental hygiene

Overcrowding of teeth does not enable through brushing and flossing, leading to plaque buildup in areas where the brush bristles cannot reach. By aligning the teeth, braces allow for proper dental hygiene, which also impacts overall health.

If your child has any symptoms of crooked teeth, make sure to consult a dentist for timely treatment with a positive outcome. Surana Dental is among the best dental clinics in Mumbai, India, providing the highest standard of dental care to each patient that walks through our doors. With leading experts who value excellent care, our experience in the industry ensures a skillful treatment that follows the set standards and protocols, crafted for excellence. With the highest quality of materials and cutting-edge technology, expect nothing but the best in comfortable, superior dental care that gives you a beaming smile.