In normal teeth, the front teeth in the upper jaw are slightly in front of the front teeth in the lower jaw. In contrast to the condition of the crooked teeth where the upper front teeth are much more inclined forward so that the teeth seem crooked and the biting position becomes less precise.
Dentures are one of the common features of a condition called malocclusion, which is an abnormal relationship between the upper and lower dental arches when the jaw is closed.
Malocclusion is often hereditary, but can also occur because the jaw is too small or the teeth are too large. Other causes of malocclusion are the habit of using a pacifier when drinking milk until the age of 3 years, finger sucking, and missing or missing teeth.
Malocclusion conditions, including those caused by crooked teeth, can affect health because you can have difficulty chewing food, teeth are more susceptible to decay or decay, and may even have difficulty speaking. In addition, it is possible for you to experience stress due to an imperfect appearance or inferior because you feel less beautiful, maybe even ridiculed by people.
Handling of Tooth Conditions
The condition of crooked teeth is not uncommon and not all of them require treatment. Usually only those with severe conditions require orthodontic treatment.
Consult the condition of your teeth to get the right way of treatment.
A common procedure for treating crooked teeth is the use of braces. This tool will help put your teeth back in their proper place.
Treatment using braces cannot be done instantly because these tools must be worn for months or even years. Prior to braces, there may be teeth that need to be extracted to make room for the jaw, especially if the cause is misaligned and crowded teeth.
Sometimes, surgery is needed to correct the condition of the jaw. Usually this is done for the treatment of dentures in adults. However, the treatment of claret teeth that require this procedure is very rarely done.
Things to do if you have crooked teeth
When you don't want to improve the condition of your crooked teeth by wearing braces, there are several things you can do, namely:
- Highlight other parts of the faceEveryone has advantages and disadvantages. now, to cover these shortcomings, one can do something with the advantages it has. Likewise with the condition of the crooked teeth, you can cover it up by showing other advantages of your face.
There may be an uncomfortable feeling if part of your teeth is the center of attention. You can outsmart it by highlighting other parts of the face, such as the eyes. Make makeup that makes other people's attention more focused on the eyes.
- Using dental retainersIn addition to braces, dental retainers can also help correct the position of the teeth, although generally this dental retainer treatment is used after removing the braces so that the teeth do not fall apart again.
- Keep your teeth cleanKeep taking care of your teeth so that they are always clean and healthy according to the dentist's directions. Brushing your teeth regularly, using dental floss, and visiting the dentist regularly, one of which is for cleaning tartar, are maintenance steps you can take. If later you have to do treatment for crooked teeth, then the process will be easier if the teeth and mouth are in good condition.
- Don't feel inferior and smile naturallyAvoid focusing too much on the condition of your teeth and comparing yourself to others, let alone feeling inferior. Each person has advantages and disadvantages of each, including in terms of physical. So, focus on the advantages you have. Accept your physique as it is while continuing to hone your strengths. Sometimes you too may want to cover your crooked teeth by suppressing a smile. In fact, trying to 'hide' your teeth in this way will actually attract attention. Keep smiling naturally and confidently so that your mouth doesn't get too much attention.
- Do not feel guiltyWhile bad habits, such as sucking your finger or using a pacifier as a child, can increase your risk of getting crooked teeth, it's often genetic. Therefore, you should not feel guilty.
- Stay confidentAlthough crooked teeth can make you embarrassed, remember that this condition has no effect on achieving success. Stay confident and avoid feelings of shame, which can potentially hinder success.
If you are really uncomfortable with the condition of your crooked teeth, consider consulting an orthodontic specialist. The dentist will determine treatment steps to improve the appearance of your teeth and the function of your teeth, which may be disrupted by crooked teeth.