Can Crooked teeth affect my Dental Health?
Causes of Crooked Teeth
They are usually Caused by dental habits during childhood such as prolonged use of pacifier, lip sucking, thumb sucking, tongue thrusting, enlarged tonsils, mouth breathing. Genetic predisposition, Early loss of deciduous teeth, facial injuries are also factors that could lead to crowding of teeth. If the alignment of your teeth is crooked, it could lead to lack of self confidence.
Crooked teeth affects our general health by:
- It makes cleaning teeth difficult, which could lead to periodontal/gum disease, bad breath.
- Difficulty in chewing food
- Possible factor for teeth grinding or bruxism causing teeth wear.
- More susceptible to Dental injuries and trauma
Speak to your friendly staff and Dentists at The Dental Retreat to make an appointment or if you would have any queries.