What causes crooked teeth?

What causes crooked teeth?

Why do some people have naturally straight teeth or beautiful smiles and others do not? Why do some teeth develop crookedly, take on a pronounced tilt, or end up out of place? Read on for some of the most common causes of crooked teeth and how you can straighten your...
What is Malocclusion?

What is Malocclusion?

Malocclusion is one of the most common dental problems. When you have malocclusion, your upper and lower teeth don’t align when you close your mouth. Diagnosing malocclusion to determine its severity and correcting it as early as possible is important for...
What is Bruxism?

What is Bruxism?

Clenching or grinding your teeth while asleep is common among children and adults, with an estimated prevalence rate of up to 31%. Occasionally clenching or grinding your teeth most likely won’t cause any harm, but when it starts to cause headaches, tooth or jaw...