Braces Are More Than Cosmetic- Why Straight Teeth Matter
Straight teeth certainly add to a great smile, but did you know that the alignment of your teeth matter- and it goes far beyond cosmetic reasons.
If you suffer from poor spacing, overcrowding, underbite, overbite or general misalignment of your teeth, this can have serious health effects. It will impact not only your ability to chew food but to break it down impairing proper absorption of key nutrients which can lead to digestive health issues. But the problems don’t stop there. Misaligned teeth can also lead to TMJ problems and sleeping and breathing issues that can have more serious effects on your overall health. The shifting of teeth as we age can increase the risk of serious conditions like sleep apnea. A small or narrow jaw with big crowded teeth often makes maintaining health gums and teeth difficult. This increases the risk of periodontal disease and damage to teeth.
Health truly does begin in your mouth. If your teeth, smile, and health, could benefit from straightening, we can help with comfortable and effective options. Many patients can complete their treatment within 6 months with the latest advances in clear, virtually undetectable aligners which are perfect for adult patients.
Dr. Anita Elliott is a national educator and one of the top-rated dentists for Invisalign, the #1 choice for invisible braces. We use Invisalign because they have more than 20 years of research, over 900 patents and they have successfully created over 5.5 million smiles. We trust our clients smile to Invisalign. Contact us to learn how straight teeth can enhance your smile and health today.
