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\"Alignment\"Why Do My Teeth Need To Be Aligned?<\/p>\n

The only reason people get braces is to improve their smile, right? Wrong! Occlusion, or the alignment of your teeth, is a crucial factor in the health and functionality of your entire mouth. It may not seem like anything more than a cosmetic issue, but malocclusion (misaligned teeth) can cause pain, difficulty eating, jaw popping and more. Your mouth is a finely tuned digestive organ and even the slightest issue with alignment could cause big problems.<\/p>\n

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Drs. Barganier, and Zuffi want to make sure every Goose Creek, SC resident knows that a properly aligned bite is about more than just looks. There are many options for correcting your bite. If you have any questions, don\u2019t hesitate to call us! We at Carolina Complete Dental are dedicated to your oral health and we will do whatever we can to make sure you have a happy, healthy mouth!
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Is My Bite Properly Aligned?<\/p>\n

Beyond any obvious teeth sticking out of place, it may be difficult for you to determine on your own whether not your teeth are properly aligned. Almost everyone has a little bit of malocclusion, but it is not always a serious problem that interferes with chewing or closing your mouth. Fortunately, Drs. Barganier, and Zuffi can tell you exactly what is wrong with your bite and help you fix it. Below is a list of symptoms that Goose Creek, SC residents may experience from having misaligned teeth:<\/p>\n

1)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Toothaches<\/p>\n

2)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Sensitivity to hot and cold<\/p>\n

3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jaw pain<\/p>\n

4)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jaw popping or clicking<\/p>\n

5)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Difficulty or discomfort biting, chewing, or closing the mouth<\/p>\n

Why Aren\u2019t My Teeth Straight?<\/p>\n

If your teeth are improperly aligned, don\u2019t feel bad. Very few people in Goose Creek, SC are born with a perfect set of teeth and most people need some form of orthodontic therapy. There are many causes of malocclusion, but one of the biggest factors is genetics. Mouth shapes, jaw shapes, and the size and position of teeth are passed down through generations of families. As such, you are likely to find that you share some alignment characteristics, such as uneven spaces between teeth or overcrowding. In addition to genetics, there are number of changes in your mouth that can influence the alignment of your teeth. Here are a few examples:<\/p>\n