What are misaligned teeth?
Misaligned teeth are teeth that do not sit in a natural position in the mouth. Alignment problems with teeth are also called malocclusion and are the most common reason for a referral to an orthodontist. Malocclusion can also be used to describe teeth that are crooked and ‘gappy’.
What causes misaligned teeth?
Some common reasons for tooth misalignment include:
Genetics
The shape of the jaw, underbites and overbites, palate development, and crowding of teeth are all problems that can be inherited.
Poor Oral Hygiene
Gum disease can lead to loose teeth and failing teeth that may require extraction. This can throw the alignment of your teeth out of balance.
Thumb Sucking
Thumb sucking as a child can modify the natural shape of the jaw, causing misalignment. In turn, this also misaligns the teeth.
Malnutrition
Crooked teeth can occur if you do not have the right minerals and vitamins to support healthy bone and tissue development.
Gaps in Your Teeth
Living with a gap in your smile can cause neighbouring teeth to move into the gap.
Why choose Denmark Street?
We are dentists who specialise in diagnosing, planning and rehabilitating misaligned teeth. Part of achieving a successful and predictable outcome is taking the time to explore all avenues so that we can establish which treatment route best fits your personal and clinical needs.
Our state-of-the-art digital scanner and CBCT scanner give us an excellent insight into the health of your jawbone and the condition of your mouth. Our dentists can use this vital information and apply their dexterity, knowledge, and experience to perform your treatment.
Using our state-of-the-art facilities, your dentist here at Denmark Street will be able to swiftly assess the cause of your misaligned teeth.
