ABOUT ORTHODONTICS

Who benefits from orthodontic care?

There are many benefits associated with orthodontic care.  Most people appreciate orthodontics because it results in straight and beautiful smiles.  Your smile is often the first thing people notice about you, and it’s the focus of attention whenever you speak.  In addition to alignment of the teeth and jaws, orthodontic treatment can improve the fit of the bite, or occlusion.  Teeth that don’t fit well can lead to other dental problems, such as abnormal wear of tooth surfaces, poor chewing function, and unhealthy stresses on gum tissue and the surrounding bone.  Crowded teeth can also be more difficult to clean. Poor oral hygiene can lead to cavities and gum disease.  Orthodontic treatment will help you achieve not only a beautiful smile, but also promotes long term health of the dentition.