Did You Know Orthodontics Can Improve Your Overall Health?

Orthodontic treatment can improve your oral health

What You Need To Know About Orthodontics

Are you thinking about straightening your teeth? If your dentist recommends an orthodontic treatment, one of the obvious benefits is a more uniform smile. However, these procedures can do more than just correct alignment issues with your grin. They can also improve your overall health from the inside out. Today, we’re sharing a few of the top ways orthodontics can help you look and feel your best!

Who might need an orthodontics?

Dentists recommend orthodontics for both older children and adults. In fact, early intervention is key. If you have concerns about your little one’s teeth, the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recommends an evaluation by age seven

In some cases, your dentist might deem that no treatment is necessary at all, or they may choose to periodically monitor any issues with your child’s face and jaw to determine if treatment might be beneficial in the future. If the problem is severe, early treatment may be necessary.

At any age, a few of the issues that may necessitate treatment include:

  • Underbite
  • Crossbite
  • Excessive tooth crowding
  • Excessive tooth spacing
  • Extra teeth
  • Missing teeth
  • Teeth that meet abnormally or not at all

If any of these problems fit your circumstance, then your dentist may recommend an initial consultation. This is a great time to share your concerns, analyze the nature of the issue, and understand your steps forward. 

Healthier Teeth and Gums

First, let’s start with the simplest reason to consider an orthodontic treatment. Straighter teeth are healthier teeth! When they’re crooked or crowded, it can be more difficult to brush and floss around each tooth. Over time, sticky plaque can build up in those hard-to-reach areas. This can put you at a greater risk for a host of oral health issues, including cavities and severe gum disease, or periodontitis.

At the same time, a crooked bite can also cause your tooth enamel to wear down in an abnormal manner. This can wreak havoc on the surface of your teeth, which could lead to extensive dental procedures down the road.

With orthodontics, such as braces, you can gently shift your teeth into their proper position. This makes it easier to take care of them so you can keep your smile bright! You can also save time and money when your teeth require less maintenance and correction.

Want a real-life look at how our team at Farless Dental Group can help your teeth and gums look their best? Check out our online Smile Gallery! Here, you can see our extensive collection of “before” and “after” smiles to discover our whitening, straightening, and restorative treatments in action. 

Improved Oral Function

When your teeth are misaligned, it can be difficult to perform simple, everyday exercises including eating, chewing, and speaking. When you can’t perform these basic functions to their full extent, your quality of life can diminish. You may become frustrated or embarrassed or choose to isolate yourself away from social activity. However, orthodontics can help reverse this issue. When your teeth are properly aligned, your bite improves. This makes it easier to chew and swallow your food, as well as speak clearly. 

Lower Risk of Disease

What happens when your risk of gum disease is mitigated? You’re also at a lower risk of developing a range of other health conditions linked to periodontitis and gingivitis, such as:

  • Diabetes
  • Heart disease
  • Stroke

These are systemic health problems that can develop when certain types of bacteria enter your bloodstream. Your internal organs react to these new invaders by delivering a full-body inflammatory response. How do the bacteria move from your mouth to the rest of your body? Put simply, they travel through the many blood vessels packed tightly together in your gums. Once these organisms make their way into your mouth, they can travel through your entire body in a short amount of time.

As your local trustworthy dentist, we don’t only care about your oral health. We want to see our patients feeling their best every day. That’s why we take such an invested approach to your care and are dedicated to helping you reverse your risk of these life-altering diseases. Our entire team is friendly and attentive to your needs because we know you’re more than a number. When your teeth and gums look great, you feel great, and that’s what really matters. 

Improved Mental Health

A straight smile not only improves your physical health. It can also do wonders for your mental health and emotional well-being. When you are confident about the state of your smile, you can approach social, personal, and even professional situations with self-assurance.

This can be an especially empowering move for adolescents. According to one recent study, nearly 60% of teens consider crooked teeth to be embarrassing, though only 23% of parents echoed those same sentiments. Whether you pursue traditional, metal braces or a clear correct solution such as Invisalign, you can help your child overcome their anxieties and feel their best. 

In our office, we leverage cutting-edge technology to deliver modern orthodontics for your family. This includes our exciting Six Month Smiles program that can deliver real results in less time! But you don’t have to take our word for it. We proudly share reviews and testimonials from our past clients on our website so you can learn more about our stellar outcomes and results for yourself.

Straighten and restore your smile.

At Farless Dental Group, we’re committed to helping you achieve the healthiest smile possible. This includes providing orthodontic treatment options that can move your teeth into their natural, aligned position to improve your bite and optimize your overall health.
If you’re interested in learning more about any of the dental services we offer, we can connect with you in just a few clicks! You can plan your visit online and even submit a payment through our secure portal. Request an appointment today and let’s take this next step together.