Why Are Braces so Important?
Have you been told by your dentist that you need braces? You may feel braces are simply for cosmetic purposes in order to have a better looking smile. While this is often a result of orthodontics, there are other reasons a dentist may recommend braces. Here are three common reasons to think about getting braces.
Cosmetic
This is the most common reason a person may be interested in getting braces. When someone is embarrassed about their smile due to crooked teeth, it can lower their self-confidence. Braces are used to bring teeth to their proper alignment. Therefore, orthodontics is a great option to consider if you want straighter teeth.
Better Dental Health
How do braces improve dental health? Simply put, when teeth are crowded or crooked, it makes cleaning more difficult. Once braces shift your teeth into proper alignment, you are better able to clean your teeth with floss and a toothbrush. This prevents such issues as decay and periodontal disease.
Correct a Misaligned Bite
What happens when your spine is misaligned? It goes on to cause painful problems throughout your body. The same is often true of having a misaligned bite. When someone has an overbite or underbite, undue strain is put upon certain teeth while other teeth may have no action at all. Additionally, this can put stress on your jaw, causing jaw pain. Grinding, clenching or biting your cheeks and lips can be other common issues that result. Once you have aligned teeth, your jaw is happy too!
Contact us at Escondido Dental Group today if you would like to find out how braces can help you!
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