Tooth Width Reduction
(Slenderizing)
(TWR) PURPOSE:
In order to achieve an excellent orthodontic result it is often necessary to gain space by reducing the width of some of the teeth. When the teeth are crowded it usually does not work to just put on the appliances and make the teeth straight. The decision is often to remove certain teeth (extractions) or reduce the width of some of the teeth.
PPROCEDURE:
It is done with fine discs and dental drills. It is frequently done in several stages. The most commonly reduced teeth are the lower incisors, though upper incisors or bicuspids may be reduced depending on space requirements and esthetics.
IT LOOKS LIKE THIS:
EFFECTS ON THE TEETH:
Only a tiny amount of enamel is removed from the surfaces of several teeth. This is a low risk procedure. A considerable amount of research has shown that there is neither an increase in tooth decay nor gum disease.
CARE:
Be sure to use a fluoride toothpaste and the recommended fluoride rinse to protect all tooth surfaces. SUMMARY: Tooth width reduction is essential for the successful
correction of your teeth. It is a low risk procedure and we have had many years of experience doing it. We welcome your questions and we are happy to show you additional examples of excellent results
using this technique. |
