Orthodontics

Orthodontic treatment is never the easy option, but it is often the necessary one. It aligns the teeth, improves speech and chewing, and protects long term gum health.

Left untreated, a poor bite gradually worsens. Malocclusion is not a disease. It is a mismatch in how the teeth are distributed and how the jaws are shaped, and it changes the proportions of the face.

Over time it leads to self consciousness, low confidence, and in some cases depression.

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Cases That Require Orthodontic Treatment

Dr. Anwar Dental Clinic offers several types of braces designed to return the jaws to their natural position. But the benefit our patients ask for most consistently is a better looking face overall, and the confidence that comes with it. The cases that call for orthodontic treatment fall into the following categories.

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Protruding Front Teeth

This is usually genetic, where the facial bones develop out of proportion, or the result of childhood habits such as thumb sucking continuing past the age of two. Protruding front teeth can interfere with swallowing and speech. After treatment the facial profile improves noticeably, and the difference is clearly visible in before and after cases of jaw protrusion.

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Crowded Teeth

This happens when the jaw is too narrow to accommodate every tooth. To achieve a better result, the dentist may remove one or more teeth to create space for the rest.

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Spacing and Gaps

This occurs when gaps appear between the teeth, either because a tooth is missing or because the existing teeth do not fill the arch. Orthodontic treatment closes these spaces and moves each tooth into its correct position.

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Asymmetrical Teeth

This is a difference in tooth size or position between the right and left sides, or between the upper and lower jaw. It typically develops as the jaws grow and as baby teeth are replaced by permanent ones. Braces restore the teeth to their natural alignment.

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Impacted Teeth

Here the adult tooth fails to emerge through the gum or bone and stays buried, or only partially erupts. Orthodontic treatment repositions the impacted tooth, and minor surgery may be needed to remove the gum tissue covering it, expose more of the tooth structure, and guide it back into place.

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Deep Bite

This is when the upper teeth sit far forward and low over the lower teeth. It needs to be corrected with the right appliance, because leaving it untreated can cause mouth ulcers, tooth wear, and other health problems. Treatment moves the lower teeth forward and the upper teeth back so the jaws meet correctly.

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Open Bite

This is clearly visible as a gap that remains even when the jaws are closed. Our orthodontic clinic offers several treatment approaches aimed at restoring a normal bite. Severe cases may require surgery.

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Underbite

This is when the upper teeth sit too far back, or the lower teeth sit too far forward. Dr. Anwar Dental Clinic's expertise shows in its ability to improve the facial profile in these cases, either by advancing the upper jaw or reducing the lower jaw using different types of braces.

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Crossbite

A form of malocclusion where the upper teeth close inside the lower teeth. It can affect a single tooth or a group of teeth. Over the long term it wears down the enamel unevenly. Treatment options range from braces and expanders to surgery, extraction, or restoration of certain teeth.

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Types of Braces at Dr. Anwar Dental Clinic

Orthodontic treatment is often mistaken for a purely cosmetic procedure. It is not a luxury. When the bite problems described above go untreated, the facial muscles work unevenly, which can cause neck strain, pain, and persistent headaches. Dr. Anwar Dental Clinic offers the following types of orthodontic treatment.

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Invisible and Clear Aligners

No brackets and no wires restricting you. You wear a series of aligners that gradually move your teeth into position. This type of treatment offers:

• Fully removable

• Clear, with no visible change to your appearance

• Flexible, with no restriction on eating

• Effective for a wide range of bite problems

• Eat and drink whatever you like

• Clean your teeth exactly as you normally would

Your dentist will guide you on how to use them. They should be worn 20 to 22 hours a day, removed only for eating and drinking, and put back after brushing and flossing following each meal.

In most cases the cost is comparable to traditional fixed braces, though the price of invisible aligners varies with the complexity and severity of the case.

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Fast Braces Without Extraction

One of the most effective cosmetic orthodontic options, used to treat crooked teeth and bite problems, as well as cases where removable or elastic appliances are not suitable. Fast braces offer:

• Self ligating brackets that move naturally with the teeth

• No elastic ties restricting jaw movement

• Fewer visits for wire adjustments

• Saves 6 to 8 months compared with conventional braces

• Better results without the need for extractions

• Easier to clean than metal braces

• Less plaque build up, and therefore lower risk of infection

The cost differs from other types depending on the condition of the teeth before treatment and the results expected.

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Ceramic Braces

The same as metal braces but matched to the colour of your teeth, making them the right choice if you want orthodontic treatment without a noticeable change to your smile.

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Children's Orthodontics

Used to treat jaw growth problems and bite issues in children. It is an important intervention because it prevents the alignment from deteriorating over time, as with most health problems that are far easier to treat early.

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Surgical Orthodontics

In severe cases of malocclusion and abnormal jaw growth, we turn to surgical orthodontics. This demands a high level of skill and highly precise modern instruments, all available at Dr. Anwar Dental Clinic. Contact us now to book.

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Finally

The face is the first thing that speaks for a person, which is why any change from its natural proportions can affect confidence and self image. This is where orthodontic treatment matters. It also significantly improves overall oral health. That is why you should choose a dentist with the knowledge, experience, and equipment to design a beautiful smile, exactly what Dr. Anwar Dental Clinic delivers through its team of highly qualified dentists and consultants.