{"id":962,"date":"2019-12-20T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-12-20T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.pointedentalgroup.com\/blog\/?p=962"},"modified":"2019-12-19T09:58:21","modified_gmt":"2019-12-19T14:58:21","slug":"crossbite-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.pointedentalgroup.com\/blog\/crossbite-problems\/","title":{"rendered":"How Orthodontists Identify & Treat Crossbite Problems"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Orthodontists\ntreat all types of issues, but crossbites are one of the most common ones.\nCrossbite problems can range in severity, and whether or not treatment is\nnecessary depends on the degree of the crossbite. If you\u2019ve been told you have\na crossbite, but want to know more, read on to learn about what a crossbite is,\ncommon problems associated with crossbites and the likely treatment options\nyou\u2019ll have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is a Crossbite?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The medical\ndescription of a crossbite is when one or more teeth have a more buccal or\nlingual position than they should. Simply put, this means your teeth may be\npositioned closer to your tongue or cheek, leaving them out of alignment with\nthe \u201cantagonist\u201d tooth on the opposite side. Functionally, when you bite down,\nthese teeth should meet. With a crossbite, they may overlap or miss contact\nentirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Orthodontists Identify Crossbite Problems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first\nstep for an orthodontist<\/a> to treat a\ncrossbite problem is to diagnose it. This usually starts with your general\ndentist! Early on during your childhood dentist visits, they\u2019ll keep an eye out\nfor signs that your teeth may not be growing in correctly. If they do, they\u2019ll\nrecommend you visit an orthodontist for an exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even if\nyour dentist doesn\u2019t identify an issue, it doesn\u2019t mean one doesn\u2019t exist!\nOrthodontists undergo additional training and have more experience working with\njaw development and the mechanisms behind how your teeth grow in. For this\nreason, all children should have at least one visit with an orthodontist during\ntheir earlier years, around age seven, for a thorough orthodontic exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In either\ncase, orthodontists employ several tools and exams to look for crossbite\nproblems:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medical\nHistory \u2013 <\/strong>Even at a\nyoung age, your medical history can be a key tool for identifying issues. If\nprevious teeth were impacted when erupting, crowded or even spaced too far\napart, it\u2019s a clear issue. Orthodontists will refer to your history to identify\npatterns or symptoms identified by your dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Physical\nExam \u2013 <\/strong>Like any\ndentist visit, an orthodontist will rely on their years of training and\nexpertise to look around your mouth in search of signs that sometimes may be\nwrong. While all dentists are trained in the appearance of\nhealthy teeth<\/a>, the\nmountain of personal experience working with patients in need of orthodontic\ntreatment<\/a> makes\northodontists adept at spotting early warning signs that treatment may be\nnecessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

X-Rays \u2013<\/strong> Of course, x-rays\nare one of the most powerful tools for identifying crossbite problems or any\nother dental concern. Standard x-rays and panoramic ones can give a complete\npicture of where your teeth are, even if they haven\u2019t erupted yet. Using these,\northodontists can look to models and predict what type of crossbite problems\nyou may encounter as you grow up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Common Problems with Crossbite<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Like any\nissue that requires orthodontic treatment, crossbite problems are numerous and\ntheir risks are dependent on how severe your crossbite is. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enamel Wear<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you\nhave a crossbite problem, you\u2019re more likely to experience uneven enamel wear.\nEnamel is the protective layer on your teeth that stops bacteria and\ndecay<\/a> before\nthey reach the interior of the tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enamel wear\nis unavoidable. However, crossbites can cause certain parts of the teeth to\nwear away much quicker than others, leaving commonly used biting surfaces\nvulnerable to bacteria, decay and damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Decay<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Decay is an\never-present threat to your teeth. As bacteria form into groups on in your\nmouth, they leave acidic waste that wears through enamel and into your teeth.\nWith healthy teeth, it\u2019s easier for brushing and flossing to remove most of the\nbacteria in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately,\none of the common problems with a crossbite is that it leaves some parts of\nyour teeth harder to clean than they should be. If food traps develop in these\nareas, or if bacteria harden into plaque, you may not be able to do anything\nabout it without the assistance of a dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jaw Pain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When your\nbite isn\u2019t normal, you\u2019re more likely to suffer jaw pain. You may even develop\na condition known as TMD. Chronic jaw pain can be debilitating, and sometimes\nleads to other pains like chronic headaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Types of Braces to Treat Crossbite<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have\ncrossbite problems, your orthodontist can recommend several types of treatment\noptions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Invisalign \u2013<\/strong><\/a> The most popular\nsolution for crossbite problems and other types of orthodontic issues,\nInvisalign aligners gently shift your teeth into their ideal position with\ntransparent plastic aligners. During the treatment, you move from one aligner\nto the next, until your teeth reach their optimal positioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Traditional Metal\nBraces \u2013<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>These are\nthe braces you think of when someone says braces. Using metal brackets, wires\nand bands, traditional metal braces make it easy to readjust your teeth. With\nno aligners to remember about, you work directly with your orthodontist to\nadjust and continue with treatment until completion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ceramic\nBraces \u2013<\/strong> Ceramic\nbraces function like traditional metal ones but are uniquely designed to blend\nin with the natural color of your teeth. These are a great option for those who\nwould be best with traditional metal wires and brackets but want a more subtle\nlook for their appliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep Your Smile Healthy <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We want to help you maintain good oral health and a\nbeautiful smile. Regular teeth cleaning and dental check-ups are an important\npart of your routine, just like brushing and flossing. Schedule an appointment<\/a> with\nus or call and take the first step toward keeping your smile radiant. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grosse Pointe Farms: (313) 881-2480 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shelby Township: (586) 803-8300 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Orthodontists
\ntreat all types of issues, but crossbites are one of the most common ones.
\nCrossbite problems can range in severity, and whether or not treatment is
\nnecessary depends on the degree of the crossbite. If you\u2019ve been told you have
\na crossbite, but want to know more, read on to learn about what a crossbite is,
\ncommon problems associated with crossbites and the likely treatment options
\nyou\u2019ll have.<\/p>\n

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