{"id":3698,"date":"2023-01-24T05:25:30","date_gmt":"2023-01-24T10:25:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dentalonepanama.com\/?p=3698"},"modified":"2025-06-06T15:03:35","modified_gmt":"2025-06-06T20:03:35","slug":"dental-malocclusion-in-panama","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dentalonepanama.com\/en\/dental-malocclusion-in-panama\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental malocclusion in Panama"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Occlusion refers to the alignment of the teeth and the way the upper and lower teeth fit together (the correct name is occlusion). The upper teeth should fit slightly over the lower teeth. The tips of the molars should fit into the grooves of the opposite molar, leaving the cusps of the upper molars outside those of the lower ones.

The upper teeth prevent you from biting your cheeks and lips, and the lower teeth protect your tongue.

Causes of malocclusion
<\/strong>A malocclusion can be established due to hereditary, genetic and\/or acquired causes, among other factors. Basically, it is generated by a lack of proportionality between the size of the maxilla or jaw and the size of the teeth. It can lead to abnormal crowding, spacing or bite patterns, for example. Inadequate jaw shapes, over\/under development and birth defects such as cleft lip and palate can also be causes of malocclusion, among other aspects.

Other causes include:
<\/strong>\u2022 Pernicious habits such as thumb sucking, interposing the tongue when speaking or swallowing, using a pacifier beyond 3 years of age, and prolonged use of a bottle.
\u2022 Extra teeth, prematurely lost teeth (deciduous or permanent), impacted teeth or atypically shaped teeth
\u2022 Poor anatomy dental restorations, crowns, dental appliances, retainers or braces that are ill-fitting or misused
\u2022 Bone fractures in the maxilla or mandible that have not been treated promptly and appropriately.
\u2022 Tumors or cysts in oral soft tissues or jaws

Malocclusion categories
<\/strong>There are different categories of malocclusion:
\u2022 Class I malocclusion is the most common. The bite is relatively normal, but there are variations in the position of the teeth.
\u2022 Class II malocclusion occurs when the distance between the upper and lower teeth is greater than it should be; this may be due to a forward position of the maxilla, a retracted position of the mandible, or a combination of both.
\u2022 Class III malocclusion is the opposite of Class II; here the lower teeth are located in front of the upper ones due to a forward position of the mandible, a retruded position of the maxilla or a combination of both; as in class II, it is not only due to a problem of position, but could also be due to size.

What to observe in a malocclusion?
<\/strong>The signs and symptoms of malocclusion can be:
\u2022 Improper alignment of the teeth
\u2022 Lack of harmony in the face and smile
\u2022 Difficulty or discomfort when biting or chewing
\u2022 Speech difficulties (rare), including lisping
\u2022 Labial incompetence (difficulty closing the lips with the passive muscles)
\u2022 Inability to bite food properly (open bite)

Exams and tests for malocclusion
<\/strong>Most tooth alignment problems can be diagnosed by a dentist or orthodontist during a routine exam.

You may need dental x-rays, head and\/or skull x-rays, and photographs. Often, diagnostic models, physical or digital, of the teeth are required to complement the diagnosis of the problem.

Treatment of dental malocclusion in Panama
<\/strong>Very few people have perfect dental alignment. However, most of the problems are minor.

Malocclusion is the most common reason for consulting an orthodontist.

The goal of treatment is to correct the position of the teeth and deliver a functional bite.

Correction of moderate or severe malocclusion can:
<\/strong>\u2022 Facilitate teeth cleaning and reduce the risk of cavities and periodontal diseases (gingivitis or periodontitis).
\u2022 Eliminate stress on teeth, joints and muscles. This decreases the risk of fracturing a tooth and can reduce the symptoms of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dental Malocclusion treatments in Panama may include:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Orthotics in growing patients
Extraction of one or more teeth when the problem is crowding.
Movement of teeth or groups of teeth with the help of devices such as brackets or mini screws
\u2022 Restoration of rough, worn or irregular teeth.
\u2022 Rarely, surgical reshaping of the relationship of the jaws to each other and to the craniofacial structure is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When to contact a medical professional
<\/strong>Call your dentist if you develop toothache, mouth pain, or other new symptoms during orthodontic<\/a> treatment.
If you want to book a consultation with our orthodontists to evaluate your case of dental malocclusion in Panama, contact us<\/a> at Dental One, Town Center Costa del Este.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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