Orthodontics in Tampa, FL
While dentists and orthodontists work to enhance oral health, they help patients in different ways. Dentistry is a broader subject that deals with problems of the teeth, dental nerves, gums, and jaws. Orthodontics is a specialized branch of dentistry that helps treat occlusions (contact between the upper and lower teeth), bite, and misaligned teeth.
Orthodontists fit patients with braces and corrective devices to correct misaligned teeth and often work together with dentists to provide comprehensive care.
Feel free to clarify your doubts and get your dental check-up done at Carrollwood Dental Studio. We will create a suitable dental plan that helps you get the smile you deserve.
Orthodontic Treatment Can Help Correct Underbite
When teeth are misaligned, the lower set or the upper set of teeth may protrude and affect the bite. When lower teeth extend out over the upper ones, it’s called an ‘underbite’ and may result in a slightly hanging lower jaw.
As our trained orthodontists will tell you, an underbite is not merely a cosmetic issue; an underbite can cause the following problems:
- Challenges while speaking
- Problems with chewing food properly (which may lead to digestion issues)
- Facial and oral pain due to misalignment of the teeth and jaw
Proper tooth alignment also prevents you from biting your cheek, lips, gums, and lips while you eat. The orthodontist may shave one or two teeth or apply other devices like braces to correct the problem. Parents should ideally wait until age seven or eight to apply correction braces as this is when your child develops permanent teeth.
Meet with our qualified orthodontists and get misaligned teeth corrected the right way. We use the latest dental technology to help our patients enjoy pain-relief and improved dental aesthetics.
What Can Orthodontics at Carrollwood Dental Studio Help With?
Orthodontics can help patients with a host of dental issues, including:
- Correction of misaligned teeth (overbites, crossbites, and underbites)
- Overcrowded teeth
- Spaces or gaps between teeth
- Problems with the jaw
Feel free to call or email us regarding your queries and questions regarding quality dental care at Carrollwood Dental Studio in Tampa.
FAQs
We offer clear aligners, traditional braces, and other customized orthodontic treatments based on your bite and alignment needs. Our dental team's goal is to help you achieve a healthier, more confident smile.
Treatment time changes depending on your case, but most patients complete orthodontic treatment within 6–24 months. We will give you a personalized timeline at your consultation.
You may feel mild soreness after adjustments or when starting treatment, but this typically fades within a few days. Over-the-counter pain relievers help ease discomfort.
Yes, adults of all age-groups can benefit from orthodontic care. Modern options like clear aligners make treatment more discreet and comfortable than ever.
Most patients visit every 4–8 weeks for checkups or adjustments. These visits help ensure treatment stays on track.
Not at all. Orthodontic treatment improves oral function, reduces wear, prevents jaw problems, and makes cleaning easier. A straighter smile often means a healthier mouth.
Yes, we correct overbites, underbites, crossbites, and open bites using braces or aligners. A proper bite improves chewing and helps protect your teeth long-term.
You’ll need to avoid sticky, hard, or chewy foods that can damage brackets or wires. Clear aligner patients can continue eating normally since aligners are removed during meals.
Our Tampa Dentist provides personalized orthodontic care in a comfortable setting, using advanced techniques to make treatment efficient and convenient for patients of all ages.
In some cases, yes. If your teeth have moved enough, we can transition you to clear aligners. We will evaluate your progress and recommend the best path.