WHEN you look in the mirror, is your attention drawn to gaps, overcrowding, a deep overbite or crooked teeth? Do you suffer from mysterious facial pain? Do the above questions relate to your child? Here is some advice from Shields Dental & Implant Clinic at Limerick’s Ashdown Centre on what to do.
Dental care should start within six months of the first ever tooth sighting. Some dental and orthodontic issues are best treated before a person’s mouth has not even finished forming.
Are the teeth too big or too small for the mouth? Are the spaces between them too wide? Do top teeth protrude? Are the top and bottom jaws severely misaligned?
If the overall size and proportions of the mouth and teeth just don’t look right, this could be a key sign that a person needs braces. It is really important to recognise crowded, blocked-out or missing teeth, wherever they may be in the mouth.
Many people see treatment with braces as being a purely cosmetic choice but the truth is, neglecting proper orthodontic treatment can lead to long-term pain and discomfort as the patient heads into adult life.
Remember too that it is totally okay to elect to have orthodontic work done for the sake of your long-term satisfaction with your smile.
Options for Braces
• Traditional metal braces have evolved over more than 100 years
• Ceramic braces use brackets that are clear or tooth-coloured
• Six Month Smiles, a cosmetic solution which takes six months on average
• Invisalign Aligners – minimal cosmetic impact and easy removal
Contact Shields Dental & Implant Clinic open seven days at Ashdown Centre, Ashbourne Avenue, Limerick at 061 480 070, email [email protected] or visit website at https://www.shieldsdentalclinic.ie/
