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Is My Malocclusion Bad Enough for Braces?

Malocclusion refers to the upper and lower teeth failing to line up properly, thus leading to an overbite or underbite. It’s an issue that you may be familiar with from childhood. Braces can be used to treat malocclusion, but when are those orthodontic treatments required? Discover the answer to that question by continuing below.

The Malocclusion Is Affecting Your Eating Habits

Most of the time, malocclusion is not bad enough to warrant medical intervention. Your dentist may recognize the malocclusion and tell you about it but not recommend any treatment because it hasn’t significantly impacted your daily life. Unless that situation changes, your dentist will likely not recommend additional actions.

Things are very different if your malocclusion is actively preventing you from eating properly. If the simple acts of biting or chewing have become uncomfortable due to your misaligned teeth, you should schedule a visit to the orthodontist as soon as possible. Installing braces may be the only way to make eating comfortable for you again.

The Malocclusion Is Making You More Vulnerable to Tooth and Gum Problems

A malocclusion can prove problematic not only because of its impact on your eating habits. Unbeknownst to you, malocclusion may also increase your risk for teeth and gum problems. If you leave that problem unaddressed, you can expect to experience serious issues down the line.

Getting braces is a must in that scenario. You need that treatment because it offers a long-term solution that can prevent the emergence of additional issues. Act as soon as possible to minimize damage to your teeth and gums. Contact us today, and we’ll provide effective treatment for your malocclusion!

Orthodontics LA Team

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