Crowing and Impacted Teeth

Crowding

Crowding is the lack of space for all the teeth to fit normally within the jaw. The teeth may be twisted or displaced. Crowding occurs when there is discrepancy in the ratio of tooth size to jaw size, or when the teeth are larger than the space available.

Correcting Crowding:

Extra space can be created by expanding the dental arches or removing teeth. With this new space, braces will eliminate the crowding and align the teeth.

Impacted Teeth

Impactions can be caused by improper positioning of the developing tooth bud. This can cause the tooth to fail to grow into the mouth properly. Impactions can also be caused by the early loss of baby teeth or by the crowding of teeth. Impacted teeth are usually wisdom teeth, but canines and premolars can also be impacted.

Correcting Impactions:

Usually the impacted tooth is surgically exposed. Then over the course of a few months they are brought into the correct position by using braces. An oral surgeon working closely with our office will typically perform a minor surgical procedure to begin treatment.