When it comes to your child’s teeth, you want them to have the best smile they can. This may be why you’ve chosen to get braces for them. However, even if they have braces, they may be unable to fix all of their concerns with just that treatment. There could be other issues that come up during the process of getting those braces on!
Crowded teeth
If your child has crowded teeth, they may be experiencing problems with chewing and speech. Crowded teeth can be caused by genetics, poor tooth brushing habits, thumb sucking and other oral habits.
Braces align the upper and lower jaws to fit together more evenly. This helps prevent misalignment of the jaw joints and other issues resulting from overcrowding their teeth.
Gummy smiles
Gummy smiles are not only unsightly, but they can also be a sign that your child needs braces. A gummy smile occurs when the upper teeth are too far forward and overlap the lower lip. This is often caused by an overbite when your child’s top jaw juts out further than their bottom jaw.
Gummy smiles aren’t as common in adults as in children because adult mouths are generally bigger and more spacious–so there’s room for both sets of teeth! They’re also more likely to have orthodontic work done on them than younger patients (who may not yet need it). If you want to fix a gummy smile with braces, talk to your dentist about what treatment options would be best for your family member or loved one.
Wavy teeth
Wavy teeth are a common problem for children. If your child has wavy teeth, it’s important to get them checked out by a dentist as soon as possible. Wavy teeth can be fixed with braces, devices that can be used to straighten or align your child’s teeth.
Loose teeth
Loose teeth are a sign of poor oral hygiene, and if you have a child who has loose teeth, it’s important to get them checked out. Loose teeth can be fixed with braces. Braces will also prevent future problems with their teeth–if your child already has braces on but still has loose ones, they should be checked regularly by the orthodontist to ensure everything is in order.
Discoloured teeth
- If your child’s teeth are discoloured, it could be due to food and drinks.
- Smoking can cause staining of the teeth.
- Grinding the teeth (bruxism) can also cause tooth wear and tear, leading to discolouration of the enamel over time.
- Medications like tetracycline used for acne treatment may cause yellowing of the teeth as well as other side effects such as sensitivity to sunlight or sunburns if exposed too long without protection such as sunscreen lotion or a hat with a brim around it when outdoors in direct sunlight exposure during summer months where temperature highs could reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit during daytime hours so please take extra care not only while out playing but also while driving somewhere else where temperatures may rise above 70 degrees Fahrenheit depending on location within United States territory – consult the local weather forecast before heading out if unsure whether those conditions will affect you adversely).
Class 3 malocclusion (overbite)
Overbite is a common problem that can be treated with braces. Overbite occurs when the top teeth overlap or cover the bottom teeth, creating an overbite. This is also called a class 3 malocclusion, and severe cases of this condition are known as mandibular prognathism.
A mild case of mandibular prognathism will have less than 1mm overlap between your upper jaw and lower jaw, while moderate to severe cases will have greater than 1mm overlap (more than 1mm).
If your child has braces, they can fix their smile & bite.
If your child has braces, they can fix their smile and bite. Braces are a safe and effective way to fix teeth. Your child can wear the braces for several years if needed, but they can also be removed at any time if the problem is solved or they don’t like them anymore! Braces aren’t painful- they’re only uncomfortable until you get used to them. Plus, wearing braces doesn’t mean your child won’t be able to participate in sports or other activities; most sports are perfectly fine while wearing orthodontic appliances!
Conclusion
If your child has braces, they can fix their smile and bite. The best way to determine if your child needs braces is by scheduling an appointment with a dentist or orthodontist. If they do, they can recommend which braces would work best for them based on their age and the severity of the malocclusion (overbite).