Porcelain Veneers are a Non-Invasive Way to Conceal Protruding Teeth in Adults
Porcelain veneers are an excellent and straightforward cosmetic dental option for covering many issues, including tooth discolouration and gaps. But did you know that veneers can also conceal protruding teeth in adults? Patients who visit Dr. Harpreet Aulakh and the team at Smile365 Dental in Langley City, British Columbia, know the outstanding results they see through veneers!
Causes of Protruding Teeth in Adults
Protruding teeth are often the result of negative behaviours experienced during childhood. Thumb sucking, extended use of a bottle for feeding, and tongue thrusting are all behaviors that can lead to the development of an overbite in children. But what about adults who develop protruding teeth? An adult does not create this through bottle feeding, so what could be the cause? Here is a look at some behaviors that could result in teens and adults.
[call]Tongue Thrusting
Tongue thrusting is not just a behavior that affects children. Adults can also suffer from this habit, which involves the tongue pressing too far to the front of the mouth. Over time, this behavior can result in malocclusion–the poor positioning of teeth. One form of malocclusion is an overbite. While tongue thrusting is more common in children, it can also be a bad habit for adults with:
- Swollen tonsils or adenoids.
- Negative swallowing habits.
- Chronic stress.
- Habits that during asleep.
Genetics
Sometimes, genetics, which is completely uncontrollable, proves to be very unlucky for some. This includes individuals whose jaws grow unevenly or mismatched between the upper and lower arches. While you would think this genetic abnormality should present itself while one is a child, this is not always the case, and malocclusion may not be an issue until all adult teeth have grown in. While orthodontics, such as braces or clear aligners, will treat severe cases, porcelain veneers could conceal minor cases.
To learn more about veneers, please contact Smile365 Dental. Our office is conveniently located in Langley City, British Columbia, and you can schedule an appointment with Dr. Aulakh by calling (604) 409-8660.
