Gaps in Teeth (CAN BRACES FIX IT?) | 5 Super Facts For Mom
Gaps in your teeth are noticeable. They may be natural or from an injury. Either way, gaps in teeth are fixable. They are not unhealthy but do pose a risk to oral health. Nasties from food detritus will cause cavities and bad breath braces. In this post, we’ll show you in a quick fashion why having braces with gaps in teeth is a valid option. Let’s get stuck in.
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Who Has Gaps?
Adults
Adults with gaps or missing teeth will need treatment. Gaps will cause irregular bites or shifting. This may lead to bone loss in older age. Headaches are often caused by misaligned jaws or crooked teeth.
As an adult with gaps or missing teeth, you have a range of options. Implants are a popular fix. But, depending on the levels of a gap, you may an implant for it to work well.
Children
Children and young people often have crooked teeth and gaps in teeth. This is part of new teeth growing in and old teeth loosening and falling out. Braces often fix whatever issue occurs. But sometimes the orthodontist needs to make gaps to straighten out the new growths.
7 years of age is a good age to start seeing if ortho treatment is valuable.
These purposeful gaps come from using expanders and spacers. Braces also form gaps when needed. These gaps allow for straighter truer growth. The jaw will thank you. 7 years of age is a good age to start seeing if ortho treatment is valuable. In a child, an ortho can see what will grow where and how.
The doctor will know the gaps needed and where and how to use existing gaps for the largest effect. Serious crookedness in childhood will lead to adult braces. Thus, keep ahead of the game by seeing an ortho early.
What Can Fix Gaps in Teeth?
Dental Implant
Implants are good for many issues. You’ll need to find out from an expert the exact best method. The main attribute of implants is their strength. They are strong and durable. Also, they look natural and do not stick out from the tooth line. This device anchors the tooth to the jaw. Bite pressure will improve, and bone loss lessened. All the other teeth will thank you.
With this device, you will need many visits to your provider. Months of pain will follow the implant and are costly. You can sort gaps in teeth with other devices.
Dental Bridge
The gap will have a crown fitted on the teeth on either side. This is the bridge where a false tooth will fit. This false tooth fills the gap and looks natural. A quick and cost-effective treatment. Dental bridges do not last exceedingly long and do not look natural like an implant.
Partial Dentures
This option is more of a temp solution. You may find this will be the first thing fitted. Then a more robust option will be necessary. Partial dentures are uncomfortable and make teeth decay quicker. Only use this option as a last resort.
Conclusion
Gaps and missing teeth are common and a good oral expert will know how to deal with them. If you maintain good oral health techniques, it’s likely that your smile will remain perfect. Even after braces come off. We understand what it takes to keep teeth clean and straight. We also know how successful gaps can be for the smile of your dreams.
Whether you want to get a full orthodontic perfection or to cover up crookedness, we can advise you. Get in touch with our orthodontic office today to schedule your first appointment with Dr. McDermott.
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Dr. Michael McDermott earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree in both Chemistry and Biology from St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN. He followed his undergraduate degrees with a doctorate in dental surgery at the University of Minnesota, where he graduated with highest distinction.
Dr. Mike then furthered his dental education by earning a masters and certificate in Orthodontics at the University of St. Louis in Missouri.
