Do you have teeth that are crooked, crowded, gapped, or otherwise misaligned? Fortunately, it’s never too late to start working toward a straighter smile. In addition to making your grin more aesthetically pleasing and comfortable, orthodontic treatment can address multiple oral health problems and promote excellent dental health. Here are some of the long-term health benefits of braces.
Improved Digestion
When you don’t have alignment issues, it is a lot easier to chew your food thoroughly. This helps to speed up the digestion process, allowing the stomach and intestines to have an easier time breaking down your food. This means that you will get more nutritional benefits from your meals and are less likely to experience digestion issues, especially with healthy eating choices.
Cleaner Teeth
If your teeth are crowded or spread too far apart, it can be challenging to clean them properly. When you have straight teeth, they are easier to clean and maintain. Having crooked teeth makes it difficult to brush and floss thoroughly because it is a challenge to get into the crevices where food gets trapped.
Fewer Jaw Issues
If you have a perfectly aligned smile, there isn’t going to be extra stress contributing to temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD). Misaligned teeth can mean uneven pressure, leading to headaches as well as chronic pain in the jaw, ears, and face. Straight teeth help your jaw to move more smoothly and function better.
Less Wear & Tear
When your bite is off, different issues can arise with your teeth, gums, and jaw. When teeth are aligned properly, they are better able to handle the pressure of biting and chewing without different problems arising.
Improved Speech
Your teeth play an important role when it comes to the way you speak. Even though you can talk without your teeth, it would be much more difficult for you to enunciate your words in a way where others could understand you. When you have crowded, gapped, protruding teeth, they can affect your speech in a negative way.
Increased Self-Confidence
Having crooked teeth is a common thing that many people are insecure about. People who have naturally straight teeth and those who have invested in orthodontic treatment tend to feel more confident to show of their smile to others.
Teeth straightening options aren’t just about improving the appearance of your pearly whites. It can also improve your oral and overall health. Schedule a consultation with an orthodontist to get started!
About the Practice
At Serenity Orthodontics, we have a team of skilled orthodontists serving patients in Suwanee. They offer a wide range of orthodontic solutions, from traditional braces to clear aligners. To learn more about orthodontic treatment or to schedule a consultation, visit our website or call (770) 622-1177.