What is an orthodontist? An orthodontist is a dentist who prevents or corrects problems with the alignment or spacing of teeth. An orthodontist interests me because I would like knowing that I helped someone make a beautiful smile. This kind of job is important because for many adolescents, the teen years are the time when crooked or poorly aligned teeth are corrected. An orthodontist will often recommend braces, which provide steady pressure on the teeth to gently move them into the desired positions. The main cause of crooked or poorly aligned teeth is heredity, but thumb sucking and tooth loss can also cause the teeth to line up improperly. Dental problems include: bad breath, which is often the result of poor oral hygiene, gingivitis, the first stage of gum disease, periodontal disease, advanced gum disease, in which the periodontium is infected with bacteria. Gingivitis is a common disorder in which the gums are red and sore and bleed easily. Gingivitis can be cured with good oral hygiene. Left untreated, gum disease can result in receding gums and tooth loss. Advanced gum disease, in which the periodontium is infected with bacteria, is called periodontal disease. Most adult tooth loss is the result of periodontal disease. Some problems of the mouth and teeth result from poor dental hygiene. Bad breath for example is otften caused by failing to clean the teeth adequately. Other causes of bad breath are tooth decay, use of tobacco, and upset stomach. Tongue brushing and mouthwash can help control bad breath. My dad says an orthodontist is important because it helps children with their self esteem by helping them have confidence about their smile and it helps their teeth be aligned and they could chew properly. How does tooth decay occur? Tooth decay occurs in three stages : stage 1- food and saliva form plaque. Bacteria in plaque combine with sugary foods ot form an
What is an orthodontist? An orthodontist is a dentist who prevents or corrects problems with the alignment or spacing of teeth. An orthodontist interests me because I would like knowing that I helped someone make a beautiful smile. This kind of job is important because for many adolescents, the teen years are the time when crooked or poorly aligned teeth are corrected. An orthodontist will often recommend braces, which provide steady pressure on the teeth to gently move them into the desired positions. The main cause of crooked or poorly aligned teeth is heredity, but thumb sucking and tooth loss can also cause the teeth to line up improperly. Dental problems include: bad breath, which is often the result of poor oral hygiene, gingivitis, the first stage of gum disease, periodontal disease, advanced gum disease, in which the periodontium is infected with bacteria. Gingivitis is a common disorder in which the gums are red and sore and bleed easily. Gingivitis can be cured with good oral hygiene. Left untreated, gum disease can result in receding gums and tooth loss. Advanced gum disease, in which the periodontium is infected with bacteria, is called periodontal disease. Most adult tooth loss is the result of periodontal disease. Some problems of the mouth and teeth result from poor dental hygiene. Bad breath for example is otften caused by failing to clean the teeth adequately. Other causes of bad breath are tooth decay, use of tobacco, and upset stomach. Tongue brushing and mouthwash can help control bad breath. My dad says an orthodontist is important because it helps children with their self esteem by helping them have confidence about their smile and it helps their teeth be aligned and they could chew properly. How does tooth decay occur? Tooth decay occurs in three stages : stage 1- food and saliva form plaque. Bacteria in plaque combine with sugary foods ot form an