ABOUT ORTHODONTICS
When to See an Orthodontist
Orthodontic care is an essential step toward achieving a healthy, beautiful smile. Whether for yourself or a loved one, recognizing the signs that it’s time to consult with an orthodontist can make all the difference. Our team at Seuss Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry is here to help you navigate this important decision at any age.
Signs You or Your Child Might Need Orthodontic Care:
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Desire for a Beautiful Smile: If you’ve always wanted a straighter, more attractive smile, or if you feel that a great smile would boost your self-esteem and confidence, now might be the time to see an orthodontist.
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Concern for Your Family: Ensuring your family has the best possible dental health is a priority. Addressing orthodontic issues early can lead to better outcomes and fewer complications later in life.
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Early or Late Loss of Baby Teeth: Losing baby teeth too early or too late can affect the alignment of permanent teeth. An orthodontist can assess whether intervention is needed to guide teeth into their proper positions.
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Difficulty Chewing or Biting: Problems with chewing or biting can indicate misalignment or other orthodontic issues that should be addressed.
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Mouth Breathing: This can be a sign of an underlying issue that affects both dental health and overall well-being.
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Thumb or Finger Sucking, and Other Oral Habits: Persistent oral habits can lead to dental problems, such as misaligned teeth or jaw issues.
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Crowded, Misplaced, or Blocked-Out Teeth: If teeth appear crowded, out of place, or seem to be blocked out, it’s essential to seek professional advice to avoid more serious problems down the road.
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Jaws that Shift, Make Sounds, Protrude, or are Recessed: Jaw issues can lead to discomfort and affect the alignment of your teeth and bite. If you notice these signs, it’s important to consult with an orthodontist.
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Speech Difficulty: Difficulty with speech may be related to the positioning of your teeth or jaw, which can often be corrected with orthodontic treatment.
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Biting the Cheek or Roof of the Mouth: This can be a sign that your teeth are not aligned properly and might require orthodontic correction.
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Protruding Teeth: Teeth that stick out too far can be more prone to injury and may indicate an underlying orthodontic issue.
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Teeth that Meet Abnormally or Don’t Meet at All: An improper bite can lead to various dental problems and should be evaluated by an orthodontist.
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Facial Imbalance or Asymmetry: If your facial features appear out of proportion, it could be due to underlying orthodontic issues.
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Grinding or Clenching of Teeth: These habits can cause wear and damage to your teeth and might be related to misalignment that an orthodontist can address.
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Inability to Comfortably Close Lips: If your lips do not meet comfortably when your mouth is closed, it may be a sign of a bite issue that requires orthodontic attention.
If you recognize any of these signs or concerns in yourself or your child, it might be time to schedule a consultation with Seuss Orthodontics. Our experienced team is here to provide the best care possible, helping you achieve the smile you’ve always wanted.
BENEFITS OF ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT
Since 1996, we have created over 11,000 beautiful smiles that change lives through personalized, excellent orthodontic care, and outstanding customer service. We compassionately contribute to each person’s beauty, health, and future success while exceeding their expectations. This is accomplished in a fun and friendly, yet caring and professional atmosphere.
Always Convenient - Always Affordable
Convenience: because your time is valuable, we run an on-time office. Your appointment is scheduled so that you have little or no wait time. We offer two easy-to-reach locations in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley. We also have early morning and after-school appointments available.
Affordability and Insurance
We offer flexible payment options including no down payment and 0% interest. For our patients who have insurance, we will verify benefits and file insurance forms for you.
COMMON PROBLEMS
Seuss Orthodontics can help with all types of orthodontic needs. Whether you have an overbite, underbite or a crossbite, we have a solution for you.
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Bite Problems
Upper Front Teeth Protrusion
The appearance and function of your teeth are impacted by this type of bite. It is characterized by the upper teeth extending too far forward or the lower teeth not extending far enough forward.
Overbite
The upper front teeth extend out over the lower front teeth, sometimes causing the lower front teeth to bite into the roof of the mouth.
Crossbite
The upper teeth sit inside the lower teeth, which may cause tooth stratification and misaligned jaw growth.
Openbite
Proper chewing is impacted by this type of bite, in which the upper and lower front teeth do not overlap. Openbite may cause a number of unwanted habits such as tongue thrusting.
Dental midlines not matched
This type of problem is caused when the back bite does not fit and match appropriately, which may negatively impact jaw and proper dental function.
Crowding
Crowding occurs when teeth have insufficient room to erupt from the gum. Crowding can often be corrected by expansion, and many times tooth removal can be avoided.
Spacing
Spacing problems may be caused by missing teeth, or they may only be a cosmetic or aesthetic issue.