Home » Knowledge » Misalignments and their consequences » Crowding Crowding and crooked teeth With crowding, the teeth overlap and interlock. In some cases, the misalignment is so pronounced that teeth stand almost one behind the other. Crowding example Deep biteCrowding Stephan had both crowding in the lower jaw and a deep bite. His Invisalign treatment took 18 months. Before After Why treat crowding?Pain: The teeth are very sensitive to pain.Receding gums: As the teeth migrate out of the bone, very pronounced gum recession develops on individual teeth over the years.Excessive tooth decay: Some teeth are barely cleaned. This very often leads to tooth decay, or at least to gum inflammation. Discolouration of the teeth is also not uncommon.Tooth wear: Because the front teeth do not mesh together exactly, the teeth wear down more heavily. As a result, severely worn tooth crowns can be seen even in young adults. This has a visible effect on appearance.So have your crowding assessed at the Eltz Institut during an initial consultation, with no obligation! Werner's Invisalign braces Crowding Werner had crowding. His Invisalign treatment took 13 months. Before After Types of crowdingThere are three main types of dental crowding:1. Primary crowding: Primary crowding occurs when the size of the jaw does not match the size of the teeth. Either the teeth are too large in relation to the jaw, or the jaw is too small in relation to the teeth, which means that the teeth do not have enough space.2. Secondary crowding: Secondary crowding develops when baby (primary) teeth are lost prematurely, for example as a result of treatment for tooth decay. The resulting gap can cause the first permanent molar to drift or tip forwards, which restricts the space for the premolars and incisors that follow.3. Tertiary crowding: Tertiary crowding occurs in adulthood and has various possible causes. One is delayed growth of the lower jaw. This pressure can cause the lower teeth to be pushed or tipped backwards. In addition, the molars have a natural tendency to drift forwards. Wisdom teeth can also put pressure on the other teeth and cause them to shift against each other. Recommended treatment method Crowding is usually corrected with aligner treatment or fixed braces. Sometimes tooth extractions are also necessary if the lack of space is considerable and the jawbone is small. Dominik Dominik had extreme crowding. His Invisalign treatment took just 12 months. Before After Why the Eltz Institut The Eltz Institut is one of the largest orthodontic centres in Europe. Our doctors have treated many thousands of patients with crowded and crooked teeth. We have received multiple awards from the independent patient platform Doctify for outstanding achievement in orthodontics. We look forward to seeing you! Invisible, fast & gentle: your way to a dream smile at theEltz Institut Please make your selection. We are also happy to advise you by phone on 01 358 3181. New: Book your consultation online now and secure a 0% instalment plan until the end of ! Adults Orthodontic treatment for adults For all types of misalignment ✓ All methods ✓ Free consultation Book online learn more Children & teens Free braces For severe misalignment (covered by Austrian public health insurance) ✓ Free consultation Book online learn more Children & teens Clear aligners For all types of misalignment ✓ Consultation(credited if you book aligner treatment) Book online learn more All age groups Jaw joint (TMJ) therapy For specific jaw complaints ✓ Personal consultation Please call us first to clarify whether your symptoms fall within the scope of orthodontics or physiotherapy. 01 358 3181 learn more All age groups Combined orthodontic and surgical treatment (orthognathic surgery) For complex misalignment ✓ Free consultation Book online learn more All age groups Toothache, preventive care, oral hygiene, ...? Please consult your dentist. Misalignments and their consequencesFacial asymmetryCrowdingGummy smileJaw joint problems (TMJ)CrossbiteOpen biteUnderbite (mandibular prognathism, Class III)Deep bite and cover biteOverjet (mandibular retrognathia, Class II)ProtrusionSleep apnoeaGaps between the teeth
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