What are the risks and complications associated with orthodontic treatment? A lot of patients choose to through with orthodontic treatment to correct teeth alignment issues yet a lot of patients are not familiar with the risks and complications of orthodontic treatment. Choosing the incorrect type of orthodontic treatment will affect the overall results and is also very costly in terms of money and the health of your teeth.
1. Risks and complications of getting braces
l Extraction of the wrong tooth will not only affect the overall results of the orthodontic treatment but can also cause malocclusion of teeth.
l Only focusing on the alignment of teeth and neglecting the restoration of functional occlusion will result in temporomandibular disorders that will affect chewing functions of the teeth.
l Over exertion of pressure can lead to gum recession, root resorption and can damage periodontal tissues resulting in loose teeth and possibly the loss of the tooth.
l Choosing the wrong type of braces will prolong treatment time and can also cause the brackets to fall off and will affect the oral mucosa and overall oral health.
2. How to prevent the risks of orthodontic treatment?
It is advised that patients choose a qualified and professional dental clinic and orthodontist. Orthodontic treatment is complex and should only be carried out by professional orthodontist.
Before orthodontic treatment can be carried out a oral examination and a orthodontic treatment plan has to be designed. Therefore, with the professionalism of the orthodontist and the cooperation of the patient can the risks of orthodontic treatment be reduced.
3. How long does orthodontic treatment take?
How long orthodontic treatment takes will depend on the individual case for some patients it can take between 1 to 2 years. For other patients it can take from 2-3 years and possibly even longer. An accurate treatment time will depend on the severity of the case.
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