Panola Dental Offers Full Service Orthodontics

No one likes having crooked teeth, and there are several reasons why teeth may come in crooked, overlapping, or twisted. One main reason is that a person’s mouth is just too small for their teeth, and it causes crowding. In some cases, the lower and upper jaws may be malformed or may not be the same size. This causes an overbite, an excessive protrusion of the upper jaw, or an underbite, which is a protrusion of the lower just past the upper.

Sometimes, these are inherited traits, while in other cases, they could be caused by early loss of baby teeth or adult teeth, improper fitting of dental restorations, gum disease, undue pressure on the gums and teeth, misalignment of the jaw due to a sustained injury or tumors in the mouth and jaw. In kids, it can be the result of thumb sucking, thrusting of the tongue, or use of a pacifier and prolonged bottle use.

The difficulties having crooked teeth can lead to are numerous and can affect a person’s self-esteem. Here are some problems associated with crooked or misaligned teeth:

Not being able to chew food properly
Difficulty in keeping the teeth clean which can cause tooth decay and gum disease
Strain on the teeth, jaws and muscles which will increase the chance of teeth breaking
Low self-esteem
Can cause headaches and jaw pain
Excessive wear
Bad breath
Speech difficulties

How Can We Help Fix Your Crooked Teeth?

At Panola Dental, we offer a full range of orthodontic solutions for straightening and aligning teeth. There is no one-size-fits-all solution. That’s why it is important to get an exam and analyze your particular individual condition, and then we will recommend a course of treatment that best suits your needs and budget.

We will happily sit down with you and discuss your challenges and concerns. We want you to be fully informed and educated about what is needed to fix your smile and getting it looking the best it can.

If you have questions about orthodontics, give us a call today. We will be glad to help.