Treat Impacted Teeth
Orthodontic treatment for children can begin as early as age 7.
Montreal orthodontist Dr. Nguyen and her team care about their young patients’ dental health in their clinic beside the Mount Royal.
Impacted teeth are a common dental problem where teeth fail to emerge properly through the gums, and remain partially or totally trapped in the jaw. This can affect various teeth, including canines and wisdom teeth. At Orthodontie Côte-des-Neiges in Montreal, we provide tailored treatments for impacted teeth to prevent complications and improve your oral health.
What is an impacted tooth and what causes it?
An impacted tooth is a tooth that does not grow in properly, for any number of reasons. It’s a problem that often occurs with wisdom teeth and upper canines, but can also affect other teeth. An impacted tooth can be caused by a lack of space in the dental arch, irregularities in how the tooth is positioned, or the presence of a baby tooth blocking the eruption of the permanent tooth.
Impacted teeth can lead to significant problems, such as pain, infection, damage to other teeth and orthodontic complications. If left untreated, these teeth can also cause other teeth to shift, creating a misalignment of the dental arches.
Treatment options for impacted teeth
At Orthodontie Côte-des-Neiges, we offer several treatment options for impacted teeth. Each approach is tailored to the patient’s age and the severity of the problem. Treatment usually begins with a thorough examination, including x-rays to determine the exact position of the impacted tooth and evaluate the best treatment options.
- Surgical extraction: In some cases, particularly in the case of impacted wisdom teeth, surgical extraction may be necessary to avoid future complications. This procedure is performed under local anaesthetic by an experienced maxillo-facial surgeon.
- Exposure and orthodontic traction: For impacted canines, an orthodontic exposure and traction procedure is often recommended. This involves surgically exposing the impacted tooth, then applying traction with an orthodontic appliance to guide the tooth to its correct position.
- Conservative management: In some cases, particularly in younger patients, it may be possible to monitor the evolution of the impacted tooth and wait for it to erupt naturally. However, regular follow-up is important to avoid complications.
Give your child a beautiful smile
An initial check-up and follow-up exam at Orthodontie
Côte-des-Neiges can build your child’s self-confidence and reduce the risk of need more extensive treatment as they grow older.
Benefits of orthodontic treatment for impacted teeth
Treating impacted teeth is key to preventing dental and orthodontic complications, and avoiding problems such as pain, infection and misalignment. In addition, treating one or more impacted teeth can correct your bite and improve the appearance of your smile.
Orthodontists use advanced techniques to provide effective and comfortable treatment. Whether you require extraction, surgical exposure or orthodontic traction, we are committed to providing high-quality care tailored to the specific needs of each patient.
Why Orthodontie Côte-des-Neiges?
At Orthodontie Côte-des-Neiges, we’re dedicated to providing comprehensive orthodontic care for impacted teeth. Our clinic offers customized solutions for each patient to accommodate their age, the position of the impacted tooth, and their unique orthodontic needs. We work closely with maxillofacial surgeons so that every procedure is performed with the utmost precision and patient comfort.
Experienced orthodontists consider all aspects of oral health and propose treatments adapted to each situation. We understand the importance of having well-aligned, functional teeth, and are committed to helping our patients achieve their dental goals.
Schedule an appointment with our clinic
Don’t let an impacted tooth affect your oral health. Contact Orthodontie Côte-des-Neiges in Montreal for a consultation and find out how our orthodontic treatments can correct this problem. We’re here to provide you with effective, customized solutions for healthy, properly aligned teeth. Schedule an appointment today and begin your journey to better oral health with trusted orthodontic professionals in Montreal!
At Orthodontie Côte-des-Neiges, we understand the challenges posed by impacted teeth and are committed to providing orthodontic treatment tailored to each patient. With our personalized solutions, we’ll help prevent complications so you can enjoy excellent oral health.