How Should I Address an Upper Tooth Protrusion?

When teeth protrude, some may require the removal of excess teeth before correction, while others can be corrected directly by wearing invisible or metal braces. Therefore, before undergoing orthodontic treatment, it is necessary to first examine the basic condition of the teeth. Only after clarifying the condition of the teeth can we provide a basis for the correct correction of the teeth in the future.

1. Upper tooth protrusion caused solely by dental reasons. This situation is relatively simple and can be resolved through orthodontic methods such as reducing the number of teeth and pulling the teeth backward.

2. Bone-related protrusion, which is caused by excessive development of the maxilla, resulting in protrusion of the entire maxilla and teeth. This situation cannot be completely resolved through orthodontic treatment alone and requires orthognathic surgery to move the entire maxilla backward.

After orthodontic treatment, patients should avoid eating hard foods. Hard foods can easily cause the orthodontic appliance to fall off, affecting the treatment effect. Additionally, patients should avoid pickled and moldy foods, processed foods, spicy foods, and foods with strong adhesive properties.

In addition to avoiding hard foods, patients should maintain good oral hygiene after orthodontic treatment. They should develop good habits such as rinsing their mouths after meals and brushing their teeth regularly in the morning and evening. This can prevent oral infections and reduce unnecessary health hazards.