Many people consider crooked teeth to be a cosmetic issue, but the health benefits of straight teeth are actually quite significant. While having straight teeth definitely contributes to a beautiful smile, it also bodes well for both your dental and overall health.
Crooked and misaligned teeth are common dental issues, but they can also cause serious problems if left untreated. In fact, the situation is likely to worsen as time passes, so taking steps to correct this type of issue early can save you time, money, stress, and discomfort. When your teeth are crooked, your gums are more susceptible to collecting harmful bacteria, which can lead to health complications. However, increased bacteria is just one of many health issues associated with crooked teeth. It also comes with a host of other problems, including weakened tooth enamel, lower self-esteem, and other problems you may have never guessed could be alleviated by having your teeth straightened.
The benefits of straighter teeth go far beyond a beautiful smile. Dental research shows that straighter teeth are healthier teeth. If you’ve been thinking about straightening your smile, consider these added health benefits of having straight teeth.
Benefits of Having Straight Teeth
1. Healthy Gums: Healthy gums are a foundation to a healthy smile internally. The health of your mouth and your body are all connected, and your gums are an essential foundation to your overall health. When your teeth are spaced out or crowded together, it is possible for your gums to become inflamed, which can be a sign of gum disease.
2. Easier to Clean: A great benefit of straight teeth is the ease of keeping your teeth clean…which means a healthier smile. Crowded teeth are difficult to brush and floss properly. Improper brushing and flossing can lead to plaque and tooth decay.
3. Better Digestion: Straight teeth are better for chewing, and chewing is the beginning of the food digestion process. When you chew your food more thoroughly, it helps speed up the digestion process.
4. Clearer Speech: Your teeth play an important role in your speech. If you have teeth that are crowded, gapped, or protruding from your mouth, it can affect your speaking patterns negatively.
5. Less Tooth Wear: The straighter your teeth are, the less wear and tear you place on your teeth, gums, and jaw. Biting and chewing alone generate quite a bit of pressure. Properly aligned teeth can handle biting and chewing without problems arising. However, those with bite problems end up putting an excessive amount of stress on their teeth. That can lead to notching at the gum line, fractures, and even abnormal flattening of the biting surface. Not only does the damage look bad, but it increases your risk of periodontal disease. This could lead to expensive dental work in the future.
6. Less Neck and Head Pain: With perfect teeth, there is no excessive stress put on your joints, jaw bone, or gums. Crooked teeth, however, can contribute to jaw misalignment which can lead to chronic pain in your neck, or even give you headaches. Straightening your teeth will align them so that your bite begins to work correctly. This allows your temporomandibular joints to move smoothly without placing unnecessary stress on them.
7. Increased Self Confidence: People with imperfect teeth are far less likely to smile. They tend to feel embarrassed about their teeth. Meanwhile, people with straight teeth usually love smiling. Smiling is seen as a sign of confidence so having an imperfect smile may be holding you back from living the life you deserve.
Advances
in Orthodontic technology have allowed us to more precisely diagnose and treat
our patients. We have committed ourselves to staying in a leadership position
in all aspects of orthodontics…allowing us to better serve you and your family. While
orthodontic treatment is an excellent investment in the overall dental,
medical, and psychological well-being of children and adults, at Wazio Orthodontics,
we realize that families and individuals have different financial needs and are
in different financial situations. We are proud that we are able to offer
in-office financial arrangements that are almost always flexible enough to
allow our patient to be able to afford orthodontic care. If you're interested in learning more about how Dr. Wazio can help
you achieve a straighter, healthier smile through orthodontic treatments such
as Invisalign or braces, give our Batavia or St. Charles orthodontic offices a call to schedule your initial consultation.
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