Orthodontics
Aligned smile; a better life
The teeth alignment is often associated with aesthetics, but the truth is that it goes far beyond that. Crooked teeth cause much more than shame and low self-esteem:
- Cause caries lesions to appear more easily than in aligned teeth;
- Difficulty in chewing, speaking, hygiene and breathing;
- Cause headaches or back pain;
- Lead to posture problems;
- Among others.
Orthodontics is the speciality of Dentistry that is dedicated to correcting the misalignment of the teeth and jaws. In this way, it ensures the correct alignment of the teeth and contributes towards a harmonious and functional smile.
Dr Inês Nogueira
Medical Doctor Dentist
Dr Irene Rocha
Dental Hygienist
Dr Isabel Lopes Jorge
Medical Doctor Dentist
Dr Marta Gameiro
Dental Hygienist
Dr Rita Afonso
Medical Doctor Dentist
Dr Sofia Morgado
Dental Hygienist
The causes of orthodontic problems
The main causes for having misaligned teeth are diverse, such as:
Inheritance;
- For example, in the case of direct relatives, having a very prominent chin or overly protruding upper teeth.
Habits and behaviour;
- Sucking on dummies or the thumb;
- Mouth breathing;
- Premature loss of baby teeth.
A combination of genetic and behavioural factors can also occur.
Orthodontics with invisible aligners
Invisalign® is a transparent aligner that enables a more discreet and comfortable orthodontic treatment. The treatment is planned digitally, and the dental correction is achieved through the daily use of invisible aligners. Every 1 or 2 weeks, the patient switches from one aligner to the next until the correct position of the smile initially planned is achieved.
The aligners allow the treatment to be carried out without restrictions since they are removed for eating and daily oral hygiene.
