I need help with crooked teeth

You don’t have to live with a misaligned smile

Crooked teeth can make you feel self-conscious about your smile, as well as affecting the way you chew or talk.

How do I know if I have crooked teeth?

If your front teeth are crooked, you’ll be reminded of it every time you look in the mirror. But even misaligned back teeth can cause issues. You may have an overbite or underbite. Because crooked teeth are harder to clean, you might experience frequent bad breath or sore gums from bacteria build-up. You may get tooth decay often, notice your teeth’s surfaces are wearing down, or find it difficult to chew. If your bite is affected, the resulting stress on your jaw could cause headaches and TMJ disorder.

Why do I have crooked teeth?

Crooked teeth are often the result of genetic factors. You might have a small jaw that is crowding your teeth together, more teeth than normal, or teeth that simply grew in crooked or in the wrong place. If you sucked your thumb as a child, you may have an open bite, where the front teeth don’t align when you close your jaw. Other potential causes include poor oral hygiene, accidents, injuries, the early loss of your baby teeth, and nutritional deficiencies.

What treatments are available for crooked teeth?

Say goodbye to the embarrassment of crooked teeth. We have a wide range of treatments to restore your smile.

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The time-proven treatment for crooked or overcrowded teeth

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Common questions about crooked teeth

  • The most obvious reason to treat crooked teeth is for cosmetic effect, but there are also health benefits. Straight teeth are easier to clean, meaning you are less likely to get tooth decay or gum disease. Crooked teeth can affect your bite, leading to worn enamel, headaches, and TMJ disorder.

  • Often, crooked teeth are caused by genetic factors or accidents which are beyond your control. But they can occur because of gum disease. Therefore, brushing twice a day, flossing daily, and visiting your dentist for regular checks and cleans will help prevent periodontitis affecting the bones that keep your teeth in place.

  • It’s not unusual for your baby’s milk teeth to be a little crooked. Their adult teeth may still come in straight. But if you or your partner have crooked teeth, or your child’s milk teeth are very crooked, then it could be a sign that their adult teeth will come through crooked, too. If you are worried about it, come and have a chat with us.

  • Not at all – braces can be fitted to adults too. If you’ve decided as an adult that you want to get your teeth straightened, you have lots of options. Traditional braces are just one solution, but you might prefer newer treatments like Invisalign®, which can be less obvious to wear and more comfortable than braces.

  • The process of fitting braces to your teeth is painless, but because they are something new in your mouth, they may take a little getting used to. You may develop ulcers where they touch the inside of your cheeks and lips, and your jaw might ache a little as your teeth start to move. Both should be temporary.

  • The cost of treating crooked teeth depends on which treatment you choose and how crooked they are. Come and have a chat with us about what you’d like to achieve, and we’ll find the most suitable treatment that works for you and your budget.