Prophylaxis and correction of bite and location of teeth in children

For many parents, the problem of an incorrect bite in a child becomes global. It is impossible to cope with such a violation independently, so you need to contact an orthodontist.

And this is correct, because a non-eliminated flaw leads to curvature of the teeth and other troubles.

Whythere is an infringement of an occlusion at kids?

There are many reasons for this problem with the dentition.

Here are the most basic of them:

1. Heredity , that is, if any of the parents have such a disadvantage, then it is not surprising if the child also has it.
2. No natural feeding .So arranged by nature, that in newborn babies the upper jaw is much larger than the lower one. And with natural feeding, active development of the lower jaw occurs. When bottle-feeding, milk gets with ease, and therefore the jaw bone remains motionless.
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3. The absence of solid food in the diet .When soft food prevails in the menu, the bones will not develop, because there is no load on them.
4. The formation of an incorrect posture .In this regard, the head is also incorrectly placed, and as a result, an incorrect bite is formed.
5. Wrong terms for the growth of milk teeth , as well as further change of their primary.
6. The habit of sucking fingers and any other objects .
7. Prolonged use of the dummy .
8. Diseases of the nasopharyngeal ways , in which the mouth remains always in the open position.

Basically, for all these reasons, you can find the appropriate solutions.

Selecting the time for bite correction

Doctors who specialize in this area divide the formation of the occlusion in the child into several stages:

1. The stage that begins from birth to the appearance of the first tooth .Approximately this period is 6-7 months.
2. The stage, during which appears the main number of milk teeth and the formation of a non-permanent bite occurs. This period begins at the age of six months and ends when the baby reaches the age of three.
3. The completion time of the formation of the unstable bite and the preparatory stage of the change of milk teeth. Lasts usually from 3 to 6 years.
4. Mixed bite formation .At this stage, there is a change of teeth, so in the mouth there are both dairy and molar teeth. The duration of this stage is about six years.
5. The last stage is the formation of the permanent bite .This stage can last until the child reaches the age of fifteen.

To check the dentition, consult a doctor. This is desirable at the beginning of the second stage, because only at this time you can determine the correctness of the future bite.

Now very often began to contact specialists immediately after birth. This is a very correct decision, because at an early age it is much easier to fix a bite in a child with an unformed dentition.

If the doctor finds any abnormalities, there will be a need for immediate treatment. And at a younger age it's much easier to fix it.

Why it's important to help the child in time

The bite is the correct jaw closure.

Each of them should have its right place. It depends not only on the health of the maxillofacial part, but also on the whole organism.

The main health problems with malocclusion:

• when chewing the load is distributed unevenly, so very quickly the teeth are spoiled, or rather, the dental plaque appears, caries are formed;
• is broken functioning of the jaw system, and as a result, there are severe headaches, pain in the neck and occiput;
• disrupted the process of chopping food that enters the mouth, therefore the work of the gastrointestinal tract is disrupted.

A malformed bite for a child can have very unpleasant consequences. Often this leads to a disruption in the development of speech, incorrect pronunciation of certain sounds.

Also, if the development of the maxillofacial system is disturbed, the development of the temporal bone is disturbed, which leads to an incorrect sense of balance.

Often, this problem can lead to diseases of the nasopharyngeal tract. To consequences also it is possible to carry a bad dream or at all a sleeplessness, a snoring and a snuffle.

Varieties of violation of

In children's orthodontics, there are five main types of malocclusion:

1. Prognathic( distal) .In this case, too developed the structure of the upper jaw or insufficient development of the lower one.
2. Mesial( medial) .The lower jaw is considerably advanced, and the lower teeth noticeably overlap the upper ones.
3. Open .Most of the teeth do not clot. This species is also subdivided into two subspecies: frontal and lateral.
4. Deep .Upper teeth significantly overlapping the lower ones. Often this type is also called traumatic.
5. Cross .In this case, the sides of one of the jaws are underdeveloped. Rows of teeth can cross each other according to the principle of connecting scissors.

What the modern orthodontics

offers All the deviations in the jaw area are dealt with by doctors who are called orthodontists. Correct the pathology of the jaw bones and can be in adults. But the alignment of teeth in children is much easier.

The most favorable age for treatment is the period from 3 to 6 years of .Often the problem of malocclusion occurs later in life. At the first doubts it is necessary to address immediately for consultation to the orthodontist.

In modern dentistry, there are several basic methods for correcting the bite in a child.

It all started with bracket systems

Orthodontic braces, often called braces. This system has been around for a long time. The effectiveness of its is proven by many corrected teeth.

Fixation of this device takes place both on the inside and outside of the teeth. For this special glue is used.

The work of the system is that the heat that is constantly present in the oral cavity, acts on the design, and it gradually aligns, and even the teeth.

Various materials are used for the construction. The most durable, and at the same time inexpensive are braces made of metal. But their appearance is not very attractive, so for many it is not a suitable option.

For children, doctors recommend using braces made of plastic, ceramics or sapphire. These structures are not very strong, but if properly selected, they are less visible to others, and do not irritate the gums too much.

Treatment has been going on for quite some time. At the same time, it is necessary to follow all the doctor's recommendations unquestioningly.

Use of special plates

An orthodontic plate is a detachable system that is performed for each child individually. A snapshot of the jaw is performed and, in accordance with it, the specialists make such a design. It does not need to be worn constantly, that is, when eating or in other individual cases, the plate can be removed.

The use of such a system is possible from a very early age and until the child reaches 12 years of age.

It is important to remember that a child can have any complexes, and since the plate is easily removed, it may not be worn during the absence of the parents. In the same case, treatment will be useless.

Usage of trainers

Trainers are removable construction, which is made of elastic silicone and is used to correct bite at night. It is worn only for one hour in the daytime and for all night time.

Specialists consider this method to be the most optimal for children. They are used for patients who have already reached the age of five.

But in some cases, with individual manufacturing can be used for children aged two years.

Correction exercises

This method is used with a slight deviation of the development of the jaw from the norm. It will be effective when applied to a child who has not reached the age of six.

For the treatment of an orthodontist, a special set of exercises is prescribed, which should facilitate the alignment of the jaw.

Thanks to this method, all muscles are brought into working condition, and the child begins to chew the food correctly.

Parents in any case should monitor the whole process, because with negligence the treatment will be completely ineffective, and in the future it will be necessary to turn to more serious methods.

Surgical intervention

This method is used only in cases when the others are not effective. The operation is performed with the use of general anesthesia, during which experts put the jaw bones in the correct position.

The fastening takes place using a special tire, which should be worn for a two-week period.

Prevention is always better than treatment

Any violations begin from the very beginning of the child's development. In the absence of a genetic predisposition, certain conditions must be observed and observed to prevent the formation of an incorrect bite:

1. Monitor the mother's nutrition while the child is still in the womb of the .At this time, it is necessary to use products, which contain a large amount of fluoride and calcium.
2. It is worthwhile to follow the correct nutrition of the child, since the very birth of .
3. The correct breathing of also plays a very important role, so pay attention to the baby breathing only with his nose.
4. Bad habits of , like sucking any objects also lead to the formation of an incorrect bite. It is not necessary to teach the child to the nipple.
5. Visits to the dentist should be regular.

Summing up

The health of your child should be monitored from the first days of life. The lack of proper and adequate nutrition can cause many troubles related to the general condition and health of the teeth.

Any bad habits can cause the formation of an incorrect bite.

At the first sign of a problem, you should immediately contact a specialist who will determine the depth of the disorder and determine the need for the necessary treatment. There are several methods and devices for correcting teeth in children.

It is also possible to treat with special exercises, but only if the problem is identified in time.

In any case, we can conclude that the health of children depends only on the parents and their interest in this matter.