can i get braces with bone loss.think my overbite could be causing front teeth to be loose?

Question

Do i need to fix my overbite? I'm an adult who never had braces, has straight teeth and an overbite. My overbite isn't huge i don't think, but my upper teeth do cover my lower teeth when my mouth is closed. I've read that overbites can cause problems late

Answer 1

Yes: However, it is imperative that the periodontal disease (bone loss) be treated so that you are in good periodontal health and in a maintainable level of periodontal health. See a periodontist before beginning the orthodontic therapy. I can provide you with a local good periodontist via e-mail (dhschneid@gmail.Com).

Answer 2

Bone loss: It depends on how much bone loss and why it is occurring. Your dentist can evaluate this. You will need to also evaluated if you are loosing bone in other parts of your body. May need a bone density test depending on you age etc.

Answer 3

Absolutely: Your orthodontist will need to proceed cautiously, and it is beyond critical that you have periodontal clearance to begin orthodontic treatment. If the bone loss is being induced by mobility and trauma to the teeth, then correction of your bite could help to stabilize the situation. It will be very important for your orthodontist to minimize trauma to the teeth during treatment as well!

Answer 4

Team approach: Your mobility indicates a periodontal (bone/gum) problem. Unless your front teeth bang into each other when you chew that's rob ably not the cause of the mobility. See an Orthodontic Specialist who will diagnose your malocclusion and, with the help of a Periodontist, perhaps an Oral Surgeon, and your General Dentist, arrive at the safest, most effective treatment plan for your individual problem

Answer 5

Yes: Fluoride, which occurs naturally in some city water supplies, is incorporated into children's developing teeth and helps to prevent tooth decay. Many municipalities have carefully added Fluoride to their water. Unfortunately, too much Fluoride may cause discoloration of the enamel. You should speak to your pedodontist or pediatrician about the proper amount of Fluoride for your child.

Answer 6

Yes: Most kids get enough Fluoride just by drinking fluoridated tap water. Some children drinking well water or bottled water need Fluoride supplements. Too much Fluoride can cause white or brown flecks on your teeth so it's important not to give supplements to kids that don't need it and that you use Fluoride free toothpaste before your toddler learns not to swallow toothpaste.

Answer 7

No: Fluoride supplementation is fine for children, and doesn't cause discoloration unless the children are getting too much fluoride. In cities where Fluoride is already added to the water, children may not need additional Fluoride (parents need to ask the dentist/doctor). Also, children should not swallow toothpaste that contains fluoride.

Answer 8

Yes: If you get to much Fluoride your teeth may discolor, a condition called fluorosis. There are many sources of Fluoride we do not really understand and it is possible to over do it. Check if your community has Fluoride in the tap water and if so avoid supplements and excess fluorinated toothpaste intil your child is over 2 years old.

Answer 9

Yes: Too much or too little Fluoride is a problem for babies and children. Drinking water with Fluoride added is safe and promotes healthy teeth; fluoridated drinking water does not cause stains. Stains on teeth can be caused by too much Fluoride supplementation. Your doctor will determine the correct dose of Fluoride for your child if there is an insufficient amount in your water.

Answer 10

Yes: If teeth are still erupting and forming once teeth are erupted than no.

Answer 11

HIgh amounts: Yes, too much Fluoride is not good. Check if you are in a fluoridated community, want only 1ppm of Fluoride in water. Also, make sure you use ada approved dental products for children, and yes, there are plenty of benefits when using Fluoride properly.

Answer 12

Yes: This usually occurs in rural areas where there is excess Fluoride naturally in the well or spring water. In young children when the teeth are in the developmental stages, this excess fl. Can cause dark spots on the teeth , noticed when they erupt. This is not a common occurrence.

Answer 13

Wisdom teeth: No. This is not typical. You should get it evaluated by the doctor that extracted the wisdom tooth.

Answer 14

Wisdom teeth complic: Unless your surgery was very complicated and the tooth was impacted very deep inside the bone, I do not think that to have your lip swollen 6 weeks after surgery, is normal.... I suggest - you seek second opinion with an experienced oral surgeon.

Answer 15

No: Is it swollen or is it numb. Typically, you shouldn't have swelling of the lip. This sounds like it could be a numb lip. You should see the surgeon.

Answer 16

Not natural: Sitting is not natural for a 2 mo old. Laying on a surface semi-upright is. If you sit him supporting him (like on your lap while holding him), then it is ok. I would not advise sitting him by himself on a high chair for example.

Answer 17

Mouth sores: Sores in the mouth do occur from time to time, can be due to vit b deficiencies illnesses, smoking, i'll fitting dentures, hiv, certain autoimmune diseases, stress etc. Suggest take some b complex tablets for a few days, if does not resolve, see your doctor.

Answer 18

Possible Ranula: A ranula presents as a fluid filled bubble on the floor of the mouth under the tongue. It is caused by a blocked salivary gland. The saliva can't get out so it backs up and creates a bubble. Small ranulas can often resolve on their own. Larger ones (shown here) may require surgical removal.

Answer 19

Better to have em: What makes bone disappear in the jaws is lack of teeth. Keeping as amany as possible and helping the rest of your mouth may help e bone stay a lot longer. Sometimes we will even file teeth level with the bone (with or w/o root canal) and then give you an over denture just to try to keep yu bone level up. The partials will also make it easier to chew food than having an empty space.

Answer 20

Yes: Partial dentures can cause bone loss in 3 ways: if they rest on the ridge, they cause it to resorb, especially if opposed by natural teeth. They also cause tooth loss by placing forces on teeth that they aren't designed for. Finally, they do so passively because you could choose dental implants which solve both of the above issues.

Answer 21

No: People loose bone after they loose teeth. So partial denture will not prevent this deteriorating process, and even can accelerate bone loss as when you chew on it - your denture will apply an additional pressure to the i delaying bone and you may loose bone faster. Dental implants will preserve bone. Being biocompatible - dental implants will stop bone loss.

Answer 22

Unlikely: As long as you have missing teeth, the bone will "melt away" wherever there is tooth loss. Furthermore, partial dentures break your existing teeth as they are held in by metal clasps that hook around your teeth. It is just a matter of time before the teeth break. Consider dental implants.

Answer 23

No: They will prevent some other problems and will help you chewing your food , but definitely the bone will keep deteriorating if teeth are absent.

Answer 24

No: No. Once teeth are lost, the supporting bone shrinks. Dental implants will prevent this.

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