Crowding of teeth is the most common type of malocclusion and is usually the main reason why most patients seek orthodontic treatment.
Crooked, rotated, tipped, overlapping teeth all describe crowding in various form and severity.
Contrary to popular belief, crowding of teeth can be corrected without the extraction of permanent teeth for most patients.
Besides being unsightly, crowded teeth are difficult to clean and can lead to gum diseases, tooth decay, excessive tooth attrition and bad breath.