Benefits of Braces

We live in society where your smile and confidence mean a lot. People tend to do whatever they can to get straight teeth, and for good reason. Crooked or crowded teeth are more prone to gum disease and mouth discomfort. It can also make simple things such as chewing and cleaning of your teeth more difficult to efficiently do. Consulting with an orthodontist can help you on the path to straight teeth and a healthier smile.

Self-Confidence

One of the main reasons people want straight teeth is that it looks great and gives a confidence boost. A crooked smile can potentially lower your self-esteem and happiness. A straighter smile will make you smile more widely and can potentially reduce your anxiety and stress. When you know that your smile looks straight and pretty, it will give you the confidence to tackle any task.

Healthier Gums

Cleaning and flossing your teeth is easier when you have straight teeth. Crowded teeth are much more difficult to keep clean,  as it makes it sometimes unable to remove all debris from the nooks and crannies, eventually resulting in tooth decay from plaque buildup. Straightening your teeth also prepositions your gums to the surround teeth more efficiently fight  against potential periodontal problems.

Less Damage

Crowded and protruding teeth on the top or maxilla,  can cause a tooth to stick outside your mouth. This makes it more susceptible to tooth enamel wear  and trauma.  There is also the risk for  abnormal wearing of the teeth, which can cause inefficient chewing and eating habits. Those teeth are also more likely to be chipped or broken when you fall or hit something with your face. Even though straight teeth don’t prevent chipping it will reduce the risk of any damage.

Better Bite

People also use orthodontics to correct their bite as well. Ideal teeth position allows the upper and lower teeth to better interlock with each other to help prevent the unnecessary cracks and fractures that would later result in having crowns or restorations.
As you can see, there are a lot of reasons to get straighter teeth. Making your smile healthier and making you happier. The benefits to both your physical and mental health outweigh any cost of keeping your teeth looking the way they are. There are several teeth straightening solutions provided here at Platinum Orthodontics that suit any needs and concerns you may have.