Friday, April 6, 2012

Getting Orthodontics For A Kid

By Katherin Torres


Malocclusion and other bite problems can have serious consequences when left unaddressed. For one thing, the continual growth and shaping of the face as a whole can affect and be affected by the development of teeth. A straight and even dental profile is more than simply cosmetic.

In fact, much of the reason behind our tendency to use the quality of a person's teeth as a gross index of their health has to do with the fact that we understand instinctively that a properly proportioned body is one that is working well. This is far more obvious when we see someone who is not built in the normal way, but there are absolutely some very subtle ways that we judge the relative health of even the best proportioned and well-maintained individuals in our midst.

In fact, much of the reason behind our tendency to use the quality of a person's teeth as a gross index of their health has to do with the fact that we understand instinctively that a properly proportioned body is one that is working well. This is far more obvious when we see someone who is not built in the normal way, but there are absolutely some very subtle ways that we judge the relative health of even the best proportioned and well-maintained individuals in our midst.

Malocclusion and other bite problems can have serious consequences when left unaddressed. For one thing, the continual growth and shaping of the face as a whole can affect and be affected by the development of teeth. A straight and even dental profile is more than simply cosmetic.

In fact, much of the reason behind our tendency to use the quality of a person's teeth as a gross index of their health has to do with the fact that we understand instinctively that a properly proportioned body is one that is working well. This is far more obvious when we see someone who is not built in the normal way, but there are absolutely some very subtle ways that we judge the relative health of even the best proportioned and well-maintained individuals in our midst.

Modern techniques and technology have made it so much easier to be a child with a dental appliance these days. With low profile, clear construction braces, it is often very difficult to spot any significant change to the wearer's face or smile.

The most hideous and hated form of appliance, the dreaded "headgear" is hardly ever seen anymore. Even the ubiquitous Hawley retainer has been given a new look with a clear front wire so that it is less obvious to the casual observer. Many people, even adults, have discovered that the new clear appliances are wonderfully unobtrusive. This is obviously a very good way to get people to consider the appliances in a more positive light. However, you should consult with your dentist Vancouver before your final decision.

The most hideous and hated form of appliance, the dreaded "headgear" is hardly ever seen anymore. Even the ubiquitous Hawley retainer has been given a new look with a clear front wire so that it is less obvious to the casual observer. Many people, even adults, have discovered that the new clear appliances are wonderfully unobtrusive. This is obviously a very good way to get people to consider the appliances in a more positive light. However, you should consult with your dentist Vancouver before your final decision.




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