Are You Ready To Love Your Smile

Of course, having straight teeth looks amazing. However, the positive effects of braces and SureSmile clear aligners go beyond the appearance of your smile.There are several health benefits to having straight teeth. Are You Ready To Love Your Smile?

Straight Teeth Are Linked to Better Digestion

Whether you have naturally straight teeth or they were straightened by orthodontia, they’re 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. Also, food that’s been chewed poorly makes the stomach and intestines work harder.  You end up getting less nutrition and experience stomach issues. Even healthy eaters who don’t chew their food properly can suffer from an unhealthy gut.  So don’t forget to keep on chewing!

Eliminates Uneven Wear and Teeth Grinding

When the teeth don’t come together correctly it may lead to uneven wear of the enamel and small chips in the teeth. Improving the bite can also be helpful in lessening teeth grinding, known as bruxism.  Don’t worry we have incredible Night Guards for this – custom made for you.

Having Straighter Teeth Make It Easier to Keep Your Teeth Clean and Healthy

Teeth that are either too crowded together or too widely spaced out can become red and inflamed. Gums that are inflamed and red are signs of periodontal disease.  When your teeth are straighter, it’s easier to clean and maintain. Crooked teeth make it more difficult to floss and brush properly because it’s harder to get into the crevices.  You’ll also have to work less hard to maintain clean teeth if they’re straight.  There are also less crevices where bacteria can grow.

Increased Self Confidence

People with imperfect or crooked teeth are far less likely to smile. They tend to feel embarrassed and self conscious about their teeth.  Quite often, those with naturally straight teeth or those who invested in orthodontia usually love smiling for the camera or just because. Smiling is seen as a sign of confidence so having an imperfect smile may be holding people back from living the life they deserve.

Less Wear and Tear

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.