Correction of malocclusion in children with braces
Bite (closure of teeth) is the main parameter of normal development and functioning of the maxillofacial system. It is considered normal when the upper teeth slightly cover the lower ones. Such clenching of the teeth is typical for most people. The cause of an incorrect bite can be heredity, impaired nasal breathing, bad habits. Treatment of a deep bite in adults will require significant financial costs and time.
Types of incorrect bite:
- prognathic (observed when the lower jaw is underdeveloped);
- mesial (incorrect bite of the lower jaw forward);
- open (characteristically, the teeth do not close together);
- deep (the incisors of the upper jaw cover the lower incisors by more than half);
- cross (one part of the upper or lower jaw is underdeveloped);
- oppressive.
Causes and consequences of an incorrect bite
Most often, the problem develops during intrauterine development and during early childhood.
Among the main causes of improper bite:
- birth injury;
- artificial feeding;
- the habit of sucking a finger (nipple);
- delayed loss of milk teeth;
- lack of calcium;
- injuries and pathologies of the maxillofacial system;
- breathing disorders;
- multiple caries.
In adults, the cause of incorrect bite is untimely prosthetics. The dentist will tell you more about the causes and consequences of an incorrect bite after a thorough examination.
Consequences: the sensitivity of the teeth increases, the enamel wears off faster, the load on certain teeth increases, the bite height decreases.
How to identify a malocclusion
The data of symmetroscopy, electromyotonometry and MRI of the temporomandibular joint will help to confirm or refute the diagnosis. X-ray and computer 3D cephalometry are used as additional diagnostic methods.
Symmetroscopy - study of the shape of the tooth row. Electromyotonometry – determination of jaw muscle tone.
On our website https://dobrobut.com/ you can make an appointment with an orthodontist at a time convenient for you. After the examination, the doctor will tell you about the types of malocclusion (crossbite, mesial) and ways to solve the problem.
How to correct a child's distal bite
Distal bite is a pathology in which the upper jaw is noticeably pushed forward. This type of bite occurs in 15% of schoolchildren. Rickets, calcium deficiency, impaired nasal breathing, frequent colds, enlarged glands, adenoids are the reasons why a distal bite may develop. Factors that can provoke this: late weaning from the pacifier, tooth extraction in early childhood and propping the chin with a fist.
How to correct a child's distal bite? The doctor will be able to answer this question after the examination. It is important to note that the correction of such a bite should be carried out before changing the temporary teeth. The main therapy during this period is aimed at stimulating the development of the lower jaw. For this purpose, preorthodontic trainers, palatal expander and removable plate devices are used. After the formation of the jaw, the treatment will continue with the help of bracket systems. You can find out what bite correction systems are (trainers, aligners, plates, devices) on our website in the appropriate section.
Treatment of deep bite in adults
Treatment depends on the cause and type of bite. The doctor will help to decide on this issue after a thorough examination of the patient. The main goal of therapy is to have the most effective effect on the condition of the dentition. And this can be done with the help of one of the systems - lingual, buccal, vestibular. Treatment of bite anomalies with the help of a mouth guard is considered to be the most effective. The doctor will provide you with more information during the consultation.
Operation to correct an open bite
Surgical intervention is not prescribed in all cases. Indications for the operation are speech disorders, lips not closing, discomfort when biting food, swallowing disorders. In addition, the operation to correct an open bite has a number of contraindications:
- infectious diseases;
- diabetes;
- folding problems;
- unpreparedness of the dentition.
The duration of the operation depends on the number of bones that need correction and varies from one to six hours. It should be taken into account that the course of the operation depends on the pathology and its severity.
Treatment of bite abnormalities with mouthguards
A mouthguard is a tight-fitting structure in the form of a transparent overlay that follows the shape of the teeth and helps to correct the wrong position. A cap is made individually for each patient, taking into account his problems and the desired result. In addition to the treatment of bite anomalies, the design is also used for preventive purposes, in case of bruxism, as well as in teeth whitening.
Correction of incorrect bite with braces
Braces are considered one of the most effective ways to correct an incorrect bite in adults. They are a collection of small locks and brackets fixed on the arch, which are attached to the teeth with the help of a special glue for the entire period of treatment. Braces help to straighten the curvature and eliminate the gaps between the teeth. In addition to correcting an incorrect bite in children, braces are also used for severe teething problems. There are metal, plastic, ceramic and vestibular braces.
You can learn about how effective braces are and get answers to all your questions during a consultation. The doctor will show photos of patients before and after correcting the bite surgically and will help decide on the treatment method. You can make an appointment at any time convenient for you.
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Orthognathic surgery
Treatment of disorders temporomandibular joints
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