Braces work to straighten teeth but could cause undesirable complications.
Braces straighten the teeth and align the jaws of teenagers and adults. They create an even smile and allow the teeth to fit comfortably and painlessly within the mouth. If not cared for properly or if not used in the correct way, braces can lead to undesirable complications.
Relapse
A relapse happens when teeth move back toward their original locations after the the removal of the braces and orthodontic treatment is completed. This is most commonly solved by wearing a retainer during the day or at night. If the relapse is severe enough, you may have to have braces again in later years.
Mouth Sores
When you first get braces, it will take some time for your gums and cheeks to adjust to the metal in your mouth. In this adjustment period, or at any other time during treatment, you may experience sores in your mouth due to the hard metal and poking wires. Place orthodontic wax over the section of braces giving you pain, or go to your orthodontist for an adjustment if the pain is too great or causes bleeding or calluses.
Cavities
Cavities and decay happen most often among younger wearers of braces. It is important to clean at least twice per day around all brackets and wires. Failure to do so could result in cavities or general decay around the braces glued to the front of your teeth.
Teeth Loosening and Roots Reabsorbing
Roots of teeth are large and move around within the gums so the teeth can move into their proper places. This creates a loose feeling around the teeth, but the problem typically corrects itself once the treatment is far enough along. In rare cases a person's roots reabsorb in this process, shortening them sometimes up to one half or more of their original length. The likelihood of reabsorption increases as the time of treatment lengthens.
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