Dental Conditions
Crowded teeth
Crowding occurs when there is not enough jaw space for the teeth present, so they overlap, rotate, and push out of line — and become very difficult to clean properly.
The immediate concern most people have is appearance. The longer-term concern is that overlapping surfaces trap plaque where neither brush nor floss reaches reliably, which raises cavity and gum disease risk for as long as the crowding persists.
Severe crowding sometimes requires creating space — either by expanding the arch or, in some cases, by extracting a tooth so the rest can align properly.
Treatment options
Invisalign
Clear, removable aligners that gradually shift teeth into proper alignment. Well suited to mild and moderate crowding, and the usual preference for adults who want discretion.
Traditional Braces
Brackets and wires, capable of the rotational and bodily movements that severe crowding demands. Often the faster route where crowding is significant.
Retention is not optional
Crowded teeth crowd for a reason, and once straightened they will drift back toward their original positions if nothing holds them.
Every orthodontic case here finishes with a retention plan. It is the least interesting part of the treatment and the part that determines whether the result lasts five years or thirty.
Concerned about your symptoms?
Book a consultation with Dr. Julien Kim, specialist orthodontist. Call (905) 479-7777.