There are countless benefits to wearing braces. There are aesthetic reasons, as many desire a straight and beautiful smile. Braces can also be used to restore function, preserve oral health, facilitate speech, and more. Common issues for which Dr. Joseph Rajabi and Dr. Reza Rajabi may recommend braces include:
- This is when the upper teeth sit inside the lower teeth, which may cause tooth stratification and misaligned jaw growth. In order to close the mouth, crossbite sufferers typically move their lower jaw to the side or forward. This incorrect bite leads to an improper use of the lower jaws and sometimes brings about facial asymmetry.
- Crowding occurs when teeth have insufficient room to erupt from the gums. It can often lead to periodontal problems and dental decay because it is harder to clean the surfaces of overlapping teeth.
- Mismatched Dental Midlines. Dental midlines that do not match are evident when the back bite does not properly fit and match. This can have a negative impact on jaw function and proper dental function.
- Open bite. An open bite is when the upper and lower front teeth do not overlap. It can result in a number of unwanted habits, including tongue thrusting or thumb sucking.
- This is when the upper front teeth extend out over the lower front teeth, sometimes causing one to bite the roof of his/her mouth with the lower front teeth.
- An underbite occurs when the lower jaw extends out, resulting in the lower front teeth to sit in front of the upper front teeth.
To learn more about these common reasons for wearing braces in Riverside, California, New Age Dental invites you to contact us at 951-360-0696 and schedule a consultation with one of our knowledgeable dentists.
