Everyone loves a beautiful smile with perfectly aligned, bright white teeth. In situations from dating to job interviews and more, crooked teeth are known to give you a disadvantage. But gorgeous smiles are not the only benefit of straight, properly spaced teeth. People who have had orthodontic work completed and orthodontic professionals know that strait teeth promote improved overall oral hygiene.
With optimal oral health, your teeth are able to function well your entire life. For those fortunate few born with well-aligned teeth, taking care of your teeth is much easier if you regularly brush, floss and go in for routine cleanings and check-ups. For the rest of us, orthodontic interventions such as the Damon System of Braces or Invisalign® help to correct malocclusions, creating the teeth we wished we were born with.
It is difficult to clean crowded and crooked teeth that can lead to cavities, gum disease, and even tooth loss. Gum disease undermines the support of teeth in the mouth, resulting in loose teeth. When teeth are in alignment, gums fit tighter around teeth and are better able to fight plaque buildup.
Straight teeth are a whole other story. Brushing and flossing are a breeze when teeth are evenly spaced as they are more naturally self-cleansing with no tight gaps for food to get stuck in. You will also benefit from less stress on your jaw, less teeth clenching, and a decreased propensity for jaw related headaches. Other benefits of properly aligned teeth include less wearing away of the tooth surface and even correction of Temporomandibular Joint Disorder of TMJ.
Obtaining orthodontic treatment at an early age can also positively affect facial bone structure for a more appealing smile and promote proper bone growth in youth and young adults. Teeth play a huge function in our ability to speak clearly and enunciate sounds. Extremely misaligned teeth can interfere with tongue placement and result in garbled word sounds, mispronunciation of certain letters or a lisp.
Orthodontic work is no longer limited to the teen years. People of all ages wanting to improve both the function and appearance of their teeth can select from a variety of modern teeth straightening methods. While traditional braces are still an option, clear and invisible options are often more appealing to adults.
The Damon System offers braces that are smaller than traditional braces. Available in metal or clear porcelain, these braces help promote attractive bone structure lines that maximize your beautiful smile while gently moving your teeth to proper locations. The Damon System requires fewer adjustments than older models so there will be more time between orthodontic visits.
Another popular option is Invisalign®. Rather than being attached to your teeth, Invisalign® aligners sit on top of your teeth. Each patient is treated with a series of clear aligners, each one moving your teeth a fraction of an inch until proper alignment is reached. Because they are removable, Invisalign® aligners provide for regular and thorough brushing and flossing further promoting good oral health throughout your orthodontic treatment process.
When you invest in straightening your teeth through an orthodontist, you are investing in the long-term health of your teeth, making them healthier and more beautiful for the rest of your life! Make sure you select an experienced and qualified professional to help you reach your oral health goals.
With Google reviews and reviews on other sites like Yelp and Insider Pages, it is easy to find a dental professional, preferably an orthodontist, with proven appeal to their patients. In the future when you have your photograph taken, you will have many good reasons to show off your beautiful grin when someone says “smile!”
