Do Teeth Corrected by Orthodontic Treatment Deteriorate?
Do Teeth Corrected in Orthodontic Treatment Deteriorate?
Patients usually use protective devices such as fixed braces or retainers after orthodontic treatment. The use of these devices is very important to maintain long-term treatment results. If patients neglect to use protective devices or retainers, the teeth can deteriorate again over time or even return to their original state. To ensure that the corrected teeth do not deteriorate after orthodontic treatment, it is very important to check regularly with your dentist, use the retainers and follow the doctor’s instructions.
What is Orthodontic Treatment?
Orthodontic treatment is preferred to correct the structure of the teeth and mouth. This treatment aims to correct irregular teeth, jaw structure problems and jaw-related disorders. This treatment is usually used for aesthetic or oral health problems.
Orthodontic treatment can be used to correct crowding, crossbite, crowding or gaps. This will improve your smile and oral aesthetics. Orthodontic treatment also helps to clean teeth better and reduce decay.
Orthodontic treatment can be used to correct abnormalities in the jaw structure. For example, there is a possibility that the upper jaws are more forward or backward than the lower jaws. Such jaw problems can be corrected with treatment. By ensuring that the teeth bite correctly, the ability to chew is also improved. This aims to improve your ability to speak and eat.
Orthodontic treatment is a treatment method applied to improve the jaw structure and teeth. It is preferred for the correction of teeth and is applied by dentists. The treatment is long-term and gives permanent results.
What is the Main Purpose of Orthodontic Treatment?
Orthodontic treatment provides a healthier smile and a healthier jaw alignment by correcting abnormalities in the oral and dental structure. This treatment can be used to correct crowding, crowding or gaps between teeth. In this way, it may be possible to have a better tooth structure. Defects in the jaw structure can be corrected. The connection between the upper and lower jaw can be strengthened, an overly prominent jaw can be corrected or a jaw that is too far back can be moved forward.
Orthodontic treatment is used to improve the biting and chewing functions of the teeth. This makes eating, speaking and various oral functions more functional. For many people, it is preferred to achieve a more aesthetic smile. Properly aligned teeth and jaw structure can also significantly improve the aesthetics of the smile.
Straightening the teeth and improving the jaw structure means that orthodontic treatment improves oral health. Properly aligned teeth are easier to clean and have a lower risk of decay. Because all patients have different needs, orthodontic treatment requires a tailor-made approach. The dentist determines the treatment plan based on the individual’s oral structure, age and treatment goals. Therefore, it can be stated that it is a customized treatment method for aesthetic and functional improvements.
What are the Causes of Deterioration of Restored Teeth?
After orthodontic treatment, patients can often wear protective devices such as fixed braces or retainers. These devices ensure that the treatment results are permanent. If patients do not use these devices regularly, the teeth may return to their original shape over time.
Jaw and tooth structure depends on genetic factors. There are genetic factors that affect the permanence of teeth straightening. Some people are genetically predisposed to straight teeth, while others may be predisposed to crooked or sparse teeth. Teeth also tend to shift as they age. After orthodontic treatment, minor changes in the teeth can be seen for these reasons.
Oral hygiene supports the permanence of teeth straightening. Teeth can deteriorate due to tooth decay, gum disease and poor oral health. Traumas or accidents that damage the teeth can cause damage to the restored teeth. Therefore, it is very important to use mouth protection devices when playing sports or in risky activities. Bruxism means clenching or grinding the teeth. This habit can damage your teeth and cause the teeth to deteriorate after treatment.
Importance of Retainer Use After Treatment
It is very important to use retainers after treatment to maintain the permanent results of orthodontic treatment and to prevent the corrected teeth from moving again. It takes some time for the teeth to get used to their new position during orthodontic treatment.
Retainers help the corrected teeth to maintain their new position and help to stabilize the teeth. After treatment, the teeth usually return to their original position. Retainers ensure that the treatment results are permanent because they prevent the teeth from shifting backwards.
It is very important to maintain the results of orthodontic treatment in the long term. Corrected teeth remain healthy and regular for years. Retainers facilitate the cleaning of correctly aligned teeth and promote oral hygiene.
Proper cleaning of teeth becomes easier and reduces the risk of tooth decay. Compared to fixed braces, retainers are easier to use. Patients can easily remove and clean retainers to facilitate post-treatment care.
Dental Cleaning and Care After Orthodontic Treatment
Dental care and cleaning after orthodontic treatment is very important. Keeping the straightened teeth healthy and clean preserves the long-term effects of the treatment. Brushing is very important for cleaning the straightened teeth. You should brush your teeth at least twice a day using a soft-bristled toothbrush.
It is important to pay attention under the teeth, around the brackets and on every surface of the teeth. It is also important to pay attention to the gums. Brushes suitable for between braces can be used to clean the spaces between the teeth. These brushes remove plaque and food debris trapped between the braces. By using special floss or interdental brushes, it is easier to reach between the braces. The areas around the teeth should be cleaned with floss or interdental brushes.
It is important to pay attention to maintaining oral health and use the oral care products recommended by your dentist. Using mouthwashes or products containing fluoride can also protect your teeth. After orthodontic treatment, you should visit a dentist regularly. Your dentist will examine your braces, clean your teeth and, if necessary, care for the straightened teeth.
If a wire breaks, a bracket falls off or any other problem occurs during or after orthodontic treatment, it is recommended that you contact your dentist immediately. Post-treatment dental care and cleaning is very important to maintain the health and appearance of the straightened teeth. It is recommended that you follow these steps regularly to maintain the results of your treatment for the long term.
Teeth Grinding and Night Braces After Orthodontic Treatment
For some patients who suffer from bruxism or teeth grinding after orthodontic treatment, appliances for nighttime use may be recommended. Clenching or grinding the teeth, especially while sleeping, is known as teeth grinding.
The pain and discomfort caused by teeth grinding or jaw clenching can be reduced with night appliances. Since it is important that the teeth remain in the desired position after treatment, it can also be stated that these appliances prevent the teeth from shifting by protecting the treatment results in the long term.
This habit can cause damage to the jaw joint and teeth, and can lead to the deterioration of teeth that have been corrected after treatment. Night appliances can be given to patients who suffer from teeth grinding. It helps to protect the teeth during the night, preventing dental injuries, especially for athletes. It helps them to maintain the health of the corrected teeth after treatment.
Importance of Routine Controls After Treatment
Regular check-ups after orthodontic treatment are very important for recovery and long-term maintenance of oral health. Routine check-ups are extremely important to preserve treatment results and maintain oral health. It prolongs the life of straightened teeth and maintains oral health. Regular check-ups are recommended to ensure that the teeth maintain their desired position and that any problems are detected early.
After treatment, it is very important to regularly follow the check-ups recommended by your dentist. Following the relevant recommendations ensures that you maintain the treatment results and your oral health in the best possible way. The specialist orthodontist assesses the condition of the teeth and the proper functioning of the appliances. These checks prevent shifts and other problems that may occur in the teeth. Thus, it ensures the successful completion of the treatment.
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