Crooked teeth
Crooked or misaligned teeth are one of the most common orthodontic issues we see here at our London dental practice.
If you’re struggling with crooked teeth, we have plenty of solutions available that can help straighten out your smile.
Here at Elite Orthodontics, we’re passionate about treating crooked teeth, and giving you that wonderful smile that you have always dreamed of.
To find out more about how our treatments can help fix crooked teeth, or to book a consultation, talk to the team today.
What are crooked teeth?
Teeth are described as crooked when they are misaligned and not arranged in a nice straight row. This can happen because the teeth are not level (up and down), or that they overlap (in and out), or that they are rotated (twisted), or that they have gaps between them.
For some people, this becomes an embarrassing cosmetic problem which affects their self-confidence about their appearance and stops them from smiling. But apart from affecting psychological well-being, crooked teeth can lead to a range of dental problems such as bite and dental function issues, tooth decay and gum disease.
Crooked teeth can vary in severity – from severely crooked teeth to mild misalignments.
What causes crooked teeth?
There are a few different causes of crooked teeth, and just some of them include:
- Genetics – if your parents had or have crooked teeth, this is likely the reason that you do too.
- Missing teeth – losing baby teeth early can impact the positioning of your remaining teeth, causing them to move gradually into the gaps left behind.
- Thumb sucking – thumb sucking can put undue pressure on the teeth and cause them to shift into an entirely different position over time.
- Ageing – as you get older, your jawbone loses its density and changes shape, causing your teeth to shift out of place
- Gum disease – gum disease can affect the stability of your teeth, altering their alignment and affecting your bite.
- TMJ disorders – TMJ (temporomandibular joint disorder) can cause accelerated misalignments – leading to crooked teeth and a host of other orthodontic issues.
How do you fix crooked teeth?
The best way to fix crooked teeth is with orthodontic treatment.
Orthodontic treatment works by applying constant pressure to the teeth and jaws to shift them into a more natural position and improve the appearance of your smile.
There are many different types of braces available to straighten your smile, from traditional ceramic or metal braces to more modern Invisalign invisible braces.
During an initial consultation with our expert orthodontists, we’ll walk you through all of your options and listen to all of your questions and concerns to help you choose the most suitable treatment for you and your lifestyle.
Our team of specialists have years of experience and has helped hundreds of patients to straighten crooked teeth and regain their smile confidence.
In the most severe cases, dentists may recommend orthodontic surgery to fix crooked teeth, or you may be able to go down the cosmetic surgery route if braces aren’t right for you.
Contact usTreatments for crooked teeth in London
Here at Elite Orthodontics, we aim to ensure that your treatment is as pain-free and comfortable as possible and that we use braces that suit you and your lifestyle.
We have various options available, from traditional metal braces and modern invisible aligners to inconspicuous braces, which not only bring about an attractive smile, but good dental function and optimal oral health.
To find out more about the treatment options we offer and which one would be best for you, contact Elite Orthodontics today.
