Why Orthodontic Care Matters

Most people agree that you should see a dentist regularly to check on your teeth, clean them, and get treated for any oral health issues that may have developed between visits. There may be a little more debate about how necessary seeing an orthodontist is though. While some may go their whole lives without ever stepping foot in an orthodontist’s office, there are some important things that orthodontic care does for people.

Protect Oral Health

One of the most important things that orthodontic care does is help protect your oral health. Teeth that are straight and well-aligned are a lot easier to clean thoroughly than teeth that are crooked or out of place. By putting the teeth into alignment with orthodontic care, flossing and brushing become much easier and more effective. This reduces the risk of tooth decay, tooth loss, gum disease, and other oral health concerns.

Preserve the Smile

There are no two ways around it: straight smiles are more attractive than smiles full of crooked teeth. Orthodontic care is a great way to shape your facial structure by adjusting your bite, jaw alignment, and teeth placement. This creates a beautifully shaped smile that you can feel proud to show off. That’s especially true if you combine good orthodontic care with quality oral hygiene practices and regular dentist visits.

Live Better

Did you know that orthodontic care can improve your quality of life? Straight teeth simply function better. That makes it possible to chew your food better, allowing you to nourish your body better. It can also help address speech impediments caused by poor jaw alignment and tooth placement. Improvements in both of these areas will have positive impacts on every aspect of your health–physical, mental, emotional, and social.

Orthodontic care can make a huge difference in the lives of those who need it. It tends to be more effective when done at younger ages (though plenty of adults also benefit greatly from receiving orthodontic care). That’s why the recommendation is for children to see an orthodontist around age 7. Bring your child in for a consultation so we can work with you to create a care plan to give your child the smile they deserve!

We know that good orthodontic care can make all the difference in your smile, but you don’t have to take our word for it. Head over to our Smile Gallery to see the results we’ve gotten for some of our Maccaro Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry patients!