Before
Crowding around the upper and lower front teeth had become more noticeable for this woman in her early 20s. Several teeth were rotated or sitting out of line, so the front smile did not follow a smooth arch.
The uneven tooth position also made some areas harder to clean, especially where the teeth overlapped. She wanted braces to improve the alignment gradually and help the front teeth sit in a neater position.
After
Braces were fitted on the upper and lower teeth to begin correcting the crowded areas. The brackets and wires were placed to guide the rotated teeth and start creating a more organised arch form.
This was still the early stage of treatment, so the final smile would continue to change with each adjustment. The main focus at this point was to start controlled tooth movement and create a clearer path toward better front tooth alignment.
What’s the Secret?
Braces planning for crowded teeth begins with the teeth that need the most movement. Rotated teeth, tight spaces and bite contact need to be reviewed before the braces can guide the teeth into a better position.
Dr Elaine Lim reviewed the upper and lower front teeth before planning braces at dental clinic Sri Petaling. If crowded teeth are making your smile look uneven or harder to clean, you may contact Dr Elaine Lim to arrange a consultation.
