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Teeth braces treatment
One dentist has suggested that reason of Cavities is misalignment of my teeths, so I have to go for braces.
How true is this ?
How long will this braces treatment take ???
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Yes, malalignment of teeth leads to food lodgement and caries.So Orthodontic treatment is advisable to maintain good oral hygiene.you should visit an orthodontist for the same.
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Yes it true,depending upon the severity of malalignment and ur bone condition time period will be in between 1 yr to 2 yrs
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Hi,
Mal-aligned teeth causes many problems, cavities are one of them. Because of the mal-alignment of your teeth, food gets stuck there which causes decay in your teeth over a period of time,as well as tartar and other deposits on your teeth causing bad breath and gum problems.
Next Steps
Ideally you should get your teeth alignment corrected by braces, but as you may be working/studying, your braces won't be have good appearance. Please ask your dentist for more aesthetic looking braces options. This treatment will take around 8 to 12 months with monthly appointments.
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Even if you take time to decide for braces, but get your cavities filled up and maintain good oral hygiene by professional teeth cleaning and brushing teeth twice a day.
Take care.
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