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  Can orthodontics help an impacted tooth? For many of us, the first time we hear about having an impacted tooth is at the dentist. In the early stages, you may not realise that you have an impacted tooth as it may not affect your bite or cause pain. However if left untreated it can lead to complex issues that are difficult to treat. If your dentist or orthodontist has just informed you about an impacted tooth, the following information will help you better understand the diagnosis and your treatment options. What is an impacted tooth? An impacted tooth is one that fails to erupt into the mouth at the expected time. The full set of permanent teeth (excluding the  wisdom teeth ) usually can come through between the ages of 10 to 14 years. Should you or your child have delayed loss or delayed replacement of a baby tooth, you should see a dentist or orthodontist to determine the cause of the delay. Types of impacted teeth There are several types of impacted teeth, depending on th...

  When to see an orthodontist about your smile: 1. Teeth straightening Whether you want to get metal braces, ceramic braces, lingual braces or even clear aligner treatment, an orthodontist is the person to see. They’re the experts in teeth straightening, and dedicate their professional lives to this all day, every day. 2. Issues with jaw alignment If your jaw is mal-aligned from birth, an accident or crooked teeth, you should make an appointment with an orthodontist to discover the options available to help you correct the problem. 3. Broken brackets or wires If you’re currently undergoing orthodontic treatment and have broken a bracket, wire or clear aligner tray is lost or not fitting well, you should make an appointment with your orthodontist as early as possible to correct the problem. These are certainly not the only reasons to make an appointment with an orthodontist, but are the most common situation where an orthodontist can help you. When to make an appointment w...