Do I Need an Orthodontist?

Everyone wants to have a picture perfect smile. The problem, however, is knowing when and if you need an orthodontist to help you achieve this goal. Orthodontists can help fix an array of issues relating to teeth including gaping teeth, underbite, overbite, crossbite, and many more making them the perfect people to help you achieve a straight and healthy smile. Dr. Yakov Eisenberger and Dr. Rahul Gulati and the team from Hanson Place Orthodontics here with some of their tips on knowing if and when you need an orthodontist near Clinton Hill, NY to help you get pearly white and straight teeth.

1. One main indicator which can be used to tell if you need an orthodontist is if your teeth are not straight. Orthodontists specialize in the alignment of teeth and are therefore a must if you want to straighten your teeth. Misalignment of teeth can come in many shapes and forms including gaping teeth, misaligned jaws, overcrowding, and many more issues. Other than no looking picture perfect, these issues could also be causing more serious problems. Misaligned teeth could be affecting your overall oral hygiene and health because you may not be able to brush and floss some places food are because your teeth are not straight. They also may be causing tooth decay or gum diseases.

2. Another indicator to tell if you need an orthodontist is if you are having pain in your mouth. Many oral problems may bring pain to a patient. Many times, these problems can be fixed with traditional metal braces, Invisalign, or a retainer, all of which are provided by an orthodontist. Dr. Yakov Eisenberger and Dr. Rahul Gulati says that if you are experiencing pain of any degree, you should see an orthodontist as soon as possible so the problem can be addressed and the pain can be taken care of.

3. If your dentist suggests you see an orthodontist, take his or her advice. Dentists are usually the first ones to spot any problem areas in or around your teeth and mouth. While a dentist can notice these issues first, an orthodontist should be the one you see to correct the issue. Orthodontists specialize in the alignment of teeth and are therefore more qualified than dentists are to fix any issues regarding misalignment.

4. A final way to know if you need an orthodontist is if you just want to check out how your teeth are. Some people might not be in the right place in their life to get either braces or Invisalign. However, it is never too early or late to visit Dr. Yakov Eisenberger and Dr. Rahul Gulati and the team at Hanson Place Orthodontics to assess how your teeth are growing in, if orthodontics is something to consider for the future, or if any other serious problems might arise later.

If you relate to any of the above points, chances are you need an orthodontist to help with the alignment of your teeth. Dr. Yakov Eisenberger and Dr. Rahul Gulati of Hanson Place Orthodontics can help to cure an array of issues and make sure patients receive the perfect smile they have always wanted. For more information or to set up a consultation with Dr. Yakov Eisenberger and Dr. Rahul Gulati on what orthodontic treatment is best for you, please visit Hanson Place Orthodontics near Clinton Hill, NY or give us a call at 718-622-2695!