Orthodontic Treatment Could Improve Your Breathing

Improperly align ed teeth can cause several problems for your oral health and self-confidence and could potentially be causing airway obstructions. If you have been considering starting orthodontic treatment to fix misalignment, you could benefit from having treatment that focuses on not only correcting your teeth but also your jaw alignment and airflow as well. In today’s blog, we’re here to talk about how the team at Crosspointe Dental in Mansfield, TX, can address these problems and improve your smile’s appearance.

Orthodontic Expansion for Kids

If your usually happy and energetic kid has started struggling with feeling tired often or easily irritated, it could be a sign that they are having trouble sleeping. In some cases, this can be due to malocclusion, a problem that causes the teeth to not line up properly and may be causing airway blockages while they sleep, making it difficult to breathe at night. We may be able to improve this issue with the help of orthodontic expansion. The goal of this treatment is to widen the jaw and create more space with the use of an expander, which in return can open the airways and help your child sleep better. Once there is more space in the mouth, we can then move to the next step of alignment with clear aligners or braces.

Traditional Braces or Clear Aligners

Every patient is different, which is why we offer several types of orthodontic treatments to meet the unique needs of our patients. Traditional braces are one option available to patients. With this option, metal brackets and wires are used to shift your teeth into the proper position over time. Braces can help address many issues, from large gaps to overcrowding, poor bites, and more. If you are seeking a more discreet treatment plan, clear aligners may be right for you. Like braces, clear aligners can improve the alignment of your smile but do not require metal brackets and wires. Invisalign trays can also be removed when eating or brushing your teeth, which may offer more comfort and convenience for our patients.

Enjoy the Benefits of Our Treatment

In our office, we strive to focus on the entire health of your smile, not just misalignment. If you are struggling with snoring or sleep apnea, we may be able to use airway-focused orthodontics to improve your airflow and sleep better. In addition to better sleep, airway-focused alignment can also straighten your smile and boost your confidence. When you come in for your consultation, we may take x-rays and pictures to assess your misalignment before developing a treatment plan. Smile alignment may take around one to two years to complete.