Healthy Inspirations
Snaggletooth, Style Statement or Health Concern?
Fri, 4 Jul 2025In this visually driven digital era, millennials are a generation highly concerned with aesthetics, including dental appearance. Crooked teeth are often seen as adding charm, giving a “cute” impression when smiling. However, behind the appeal, crooked teeth are actually a form of dental misalignment that can lead to long-term oral health issues if left untreated.
Crooked teeth occur when teeth grow out of alignment, usually due to a narrow jaw, asymmetrical jaw positioning, or genetic factors. Other contributors include thumb-sucking habits, poor childhood nutrition, and lack of regular dental check-ups.
For some millennials, crooked teeth may not cause serious complaints. However, PRAMITA friends should be aware of the long-term impacts, such as:
Difficulty maintaining dental hygiene
Increased risk of cavities and gum inflammation
Jaw or head pain from uneven bite pressure
Temporomandibular joint disorder
Reduced self-confidence
Addressing crooked teeth isn’t only about improving one’s smile, but also ensuring that teeth and jaw function optimally. An orthodontic consultation is the first step. Treatment typically involves braces, and in some cases, minor surgery may be required.
To ensure a more accurate and precise treatment plan, supporting diagnostics are essential. PRAMITA Medical Laboratory offers cutting-edge technology like the Intra Oral Scan—modern 3D scanning without the need for traditional molds. The digital images produced are highly accurate, aiding the planning of braces or transparent aligners with optimal outcomes.
PRAMITA also provides Panoramic and CBCT (Cone Beam CT) scans to assess root conditions, impacted teeth positions, and jawbone structure in detail. These services are crucial for precise orthodontic treatment planning—especially for millennials seeking both aesthetic and functional solutions.
PRAMITA friends, don’t let crooked teeth become a future problem. Get a comprehensive dental scan at PRAMITA Laboratory with support from technologies like Intra Oral Scan, Panoramic, and CBCT for a well-planned healthy smile.
