Most of the population of developed countries have malocclusion, or rather – 80-90%. Not so long ago it was believed that malocclusion – this is quite normal and it is not necessary to correct such a defect at all. However, today experts emphasize that malocclusion – it's not just an aesthetic issue. Find out in the article what the consequences of malocclusion can be and how you can eliminate this deficiency in order to avoid similar complications in the future.
First, let's look at the causes of malocclusion, because the development of this problem can be prevented.
The main causes of malocclusion
Congenital curvature of the dentition. The main cause of malocclusion is a crooked dentition, which in most cases is a genetic defect that was inherited from one of the parents.
Acquired curvature of the dentition. Incorrect bite in a child can be formed as a result of artificial feeding of the baby. In addition, dental problems can be triggered by thumb or nipple sucking, untimely removal of milk teeth, jaw injuries.
Another cause of malocclusion is an unbalanced diet, when the child does not consume enough calcium and fluoride. Also, defects in the dentition appear due to diseases of the respiratory system. In order not to worsen the problem in the future, it is better to use braces, which will help get rid of the wrong bite.
What are the consequences of malocclusion
Mistake is not only an aesthetic problem, because such a defect can also have a negative impact on the functioning of internal organs.
Diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. This happens due to the fact that the food that enters the stomach cannot be crushed properly and subsequently develop diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. The reason for this – lack of normal closure of teeth.
Premature abrasion of enamel. Due to malocclusion, the load on the teeth increases, which results in premature erasure of the enamel. Also, malocclusion is fraught with the appearance of periodontal disease.
How to fix an overbite
It is never too late to start treatment for malocclusion, but of course, the sooner you start correcting the problem, the better.
Modern methods of malocclusion correction are divided into mechanical and functional means. Mechanical means consist of removable (plates, mouthguards, etc.) and non-removable systems (braces) that help correct the bite.
The latest preventive devices are trainers, which are used to correct bite in children aged 7-10 years. These devices affect the muscles of the maxillofacial region of the tongue and face. At the same time, trainers are not used throughout the day – the child just puts them on at night.
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