West Island Orthodontist
6600 Transcanada Highway #803 H9R 4S2 Pointe-Claire, QC, Canada

Benefits and Reasons for Orthodontic Treatment The benefits of orthodontic treatment often go beyond the obvious physical changes of an improved bite and straighter teeth; it’s also a great way to improve a person’s overall self-image. While having beautiful straight teeth is important, even more important is the need to alleviate any potential health problems associated with the teeth or jaw. Crooked teeth or jaw problems may contribute to improper cleaning of teeth, lead...ing to tooth decay and, possibly, gum disease or total tooth loss. Orthodontic problems that go untreated can lead to chewing and digestion difficulties, speech impairments, and abnormal wear of tooth surfaces. Over time, excessive strain on gum tissue and the bone that supports the teeth can affect the jaw joints leading to problems such as headaches or face and neck pain. The American Association of Orthodontics recommends that children get an orthodontic evaluation no later than age 7. Though orthodontic treatment can be done at any age, timely treatment ensures maximum dental health. With all of the recent advancements in orthodontics, wearing braces has never been easier. State-of-the-art appliances and treatments are now available, from traditional metal braces, to clear and tooth colored brackets, to NASA type wires that are heat activated. Some patients may even be candidates for treatment with clear retainer type aligners that require no braces or wires. If treatment is necessary, we will thoroughly discuss which treatment option is best suited for you. Reasons for orthodontic treatment (braces) adults & children: Breathing or swallowing problems Mouth breathing can lead to snoring and sleep apnea. Crossbite One or more upper teeth bite inside the lower teeth (towards the tongue). Crowding Involving extra teeth or malpositioned teeth. Deep Overbite The lower front teeth bite into the upper tissue of the upper teeth. Disfiguring of the face & mouth Affects the development of the jaw and position of the teeth. Missing or extra teeth Due to tooth decay, injuries, or inherited problems. Overjet (protruding upper teeth) Upper teeth that protrude beyond normal and are usually associated with a short lower jaw. Self-image An attractive smile can boost a person’s self-image and confidence. Spacing between teeth Teeth are missing or may be too small or too large. Speech, chewing or biting problems - Result from improper occlusion and jaw alignment Underbite (lower jaw protrusion) Lower jaw is longer than the upper jaw. WWW.westislandorthodontist.com 514-694-1422

At what Age Do You Start Braces? The simple answer is that we wait until all of the baby teeth have been lost and all of the permanent teeth (except wisdom teeth) are growing in. Usually this is 11-12 for girls and 12-13 for boys. There are many patients that develop sooner or later than those ages, but these numbers are accurate for the majority of patients. Many patients and parents have heard of or have had 2 Phases of braces, sometimes from friends or their dentist. Ma...ny orthodontists recommend early treatment (phase 1),to make the teeth straighter or to correct narrow palate during younger years of a patient’s life. The Phase 1 of braces can take place any time between age 7-10. The Phase 2 of braces usually happens as indicated above, when the baby teeth are all lost and the permanent teeth have grown in. At west island orthodontist, we want to limit the time patients are in braces. The less time in braces or other orthodontic appliances, the less money it costs, the less time missed from school, and the less chance of scarring or other dental problems. Dr.Chamma recommend to pay a consultation visit to the orthodontist as early as age 7 in order to determine what would the best for your child. www.westislandorthodontist.com 514-694-1422 See more

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