Consequences of Removing Orthodontic Treatment Too Early

The most common question asked by people with any type of orthodontics in Marco Island is: When will I be able to remove them? Probably one of the biggest reasons for not aligning crooked teeth correcting the bite is the time needed to perform the treatment, which can last on average about two years. Pain, mouth sores, and discomfort due to pressure are common; but you must remember you’ll have a beautiful smile with aligned teeth, facial symmetry, and better function when eating.

Consequences of Early Orthodontic Removal

It’s important to follow your orthodontist's guidelines at all times. That’s the only way to ensure the correct course of an orthodontic treatment and achieve your goals. You may wish to remove them as soon as possible, but this can have two main important consequences:

Teeth Return to Their Initial Position

If we go for a quick orthodontic treatment, the teeth will most likely return to the position they had at the beginning, no matter the cause. They may appear aligned, but the root might not be in the correct position and bone remodeling is only half completed.

Undesired Dental Movements  

Orthodontic treaments are designed to accommodate the position of the teeth. However, if they are not under the control of the specialist, they can place the teeth in undesired positions or inclinations, damaging the correct occlusion.

Shortening of Roots

Teeth need time to move. To perform quick treatments, it’s necessary to apply excessive force, which can result in a loss of tissue or shortening of the dental roots, affecting the stability and longevity of the tooth.  

Having Your Orthodontic Devices Removed Doesn’t Mean Treatment Is Over  

If the last phase of the treatment - the retention phase - is not carried out, the results achieved with orthodontics will change. You should know retainers are just as important as the corrective appliance itself.

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