Orthodontic problems include overcrowded teeth, too much space between teeth, extra or missing teeth, and other facial or jaw irregularities. Some problems arise through habits like thumb or finger sucking, tongue thrusting, a restricted airway caused by tonsils and adenoids, mouth breathing or premature loss of primary or permanent teeth. Many of these problems affect both the alignment of your teeth and your facial appearance. It is important to note that orthodontic problems can also be hidden behind perfectly acceptable smiles. Dr Jacob will be able to diagnose existing or potential conditions that, left untreated, could impact your dental health.

Crooked or overcrowded teeth are difficult to clean and maintain, and eventually leads to gum disease, tooth decay, and premature tooth loss. Orthodontic treatment can be accomplished by several means. The most commonly known are braces and Invisalign. Other types of orthodontics are functional appliances and removable appliances. While functional appliances produce forces that correct the jaws (dental orthopedics), removable appliances and Invisalign focus their forces onto the individual teeth to correct tooth position.

With children, it is often possible to perform early intervention and correct the shape of the jaws before the eruption of the permanent teeth. With the jaws in the correct shape, the permanent teeth will often grow into the correct position or close to it requiring little or no follow-up orthodontic treatment once the permanent teeth are in place.

Surgical Orthodontics will correct jaw discrepancies that cannot be adequately treated with functional appliances, traditional brackets or Invisalign.

Contact Dr Jacob today for a complimentary consultation.