Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Invisalign:Versatilely Yours--Moles Orthodontics

As certified Milwaukee Invisalign providers, we at Moles Orthodontics know that Invisalign treatment corrects a broad range of dental and orthodontic issues. But a confident smile isn't the only benefit of straightening your teeth with custom-made Invisalign aligners – your health can be positively impacted as well. Following are several common issues that we can work with you to correct.


Overly Crowded Teeth: This occurs when there is simply a lack of room in your jaw for all of your teeth to fit normally. When left untreated, overly crowded teeth can cause dental decay, increase the risk of gum disease, and prevent the normal function of teeth.



Widely Spaced Teeth: This occurs with abnormal continued growth of the jaw bone. When teeth are missing, this issue can also be caused by the other teeth shifting due to extra space. Spacing issues in teeth can cause some periodontal diseases.


Crossbite: This occurs when the upper and lower jaws are both misaligned. It causes one or more upper teeth to bite on the inside of the lower teeth, and can happen on both the front and sides of the mouth. This issue can cause wear of the teeth, gum disease, and bone loss.


Overbite: This occurs when the upper teeth bite over the lower teeth. It's typically caused by either genetics, bad oral habits, or over-development of the bone that supports the teeth. This issue can lead to gum problems or irritation, wear on the lower teeth, and painful jaw and joint problems.


Underbite: This occurs when the lower teeth protrude past the front teeth. It's usually caused by undergrowth of the upper jaw, overgrowth of the lower jaw, or both. It can also be caused by missing upper teeth. This issue can prevent the normal function of front teeth or molars which can lead to tooth wear. It can also cause painful jaw and joint problems.


Regardless of the issues at play with your teeth, we can work with you at Moles Orthodontics to create a custom-designed program that will treat your specific needs. Give us a call today to find out if you are a candidate for Moles Invisalign treatment.

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