Reasons To Visit Your Orthodontist | Bartlett Ortho

Orthodontists are specialists that you can see for a host of reasons. Children as young as seven can visit an orthodontist to help correct their teeth, bite and jaw. As trained specialists, orthodontists use various treatments and equipment to help take care of crooked teeth, misaligned jaws and a crowded mouth. 

Orthodontists offer a range of orthodontic services in Victoria that can benefit you. In this blog, we'll explore the various reasons to book an appointment with a qualified orthodontist. 

Fixing Your Smile

Orthodontists are instrumental in renewing your smile and your confidence! Orthodontic treatments have become more convenient and quick for you to look into. Some of the most popular treatments to correct your smile include: 

• Straightening 

Embarrassed by your crooked teeth? Always hiding them behind your smile? Orthodontists can help straighten your teeth through a range of different braces, retainers or even the trendy Invisalign.  

• Overcrowded Teeth 

Overcrowded teeth are a common problem that can lead to many issues; thus, it is better to correct them during childhood. Overcrowded teeth are a result of too little space for your teeth, so they start positioning themselves outside the jawline. Because they overlap with some of your other teeth, they don't look great and they can house bacteria, causing bad breath, gum disease bleeding gums. Overcrowded teeth can be corrected using braces.  

• Gaps 

Gaps or diastema between baby teeth are common and not usually a problem. However, if large gaps persist into adulthood, you may want to look into visiting an orthodontist to correct them. Gaps in teeth only get larger as you get older and can cause the rest of your teeth to shift, leading to a misaligned bite. Gaps can be closed using braces or aligners. Your orthodontist can also perform a cosmetic procedure to fill in the gaps, or you can look at veneers or bonding. 

Correcting Bite And Jaw Issues

Orthodontists are also specialists at correcting bite and jaw issues such as:

• Underbite

• Overbite

• Crossbite Why Braces

• Spacing or crowding

• Temporomandibular joint disorders

• Teeth grinding

Need help with one or more of these issues? Our full range of orthodontist services in Victoria can help correct any and all dental issues you are experiencing. Be sure to book an appointment with our specialists today!