Orthodontic treatment is just for straightening your teeth, right? Wrong. There are actually a lot of other health benefits that come from receiving proper orthodontic treatment. Most of these benefits involve preventing disease and pain in the future. Let’s look at some of the important reasons orthodontia is a great choice.

 

  1. Properly clean your teeth.

The ability to clean your teeth properly is vital to your oral health. Misaligned teeth can create crevices that aren’t properly cleaned. Bacteria can then build up and cause gum disease, tooth decay and other harmful problems.

  1. Improved speech and eating.

Certain types of bite problems can make it difficult to speak or eat. Orthodontics can realign your teeth to improve your speech and eating.

  1. Reduce neck and shoulder pain.

When teeth are not where they need to be, it can put a strain on your jaw and in turn create tension in your neck and shoulders. Fixing your teeth could alleviate that tension.

  1. Correct your jaw.

When your jaw is out of alignment it could lead to dysfunction of the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ). This can in turn cause weakened teeth which can wear incorrectly and chip. An aligned jaw can save you from future pain.

  1. Prevent grinding.

Grinding teeth can increase headaches, sleep apnea, and wear on or even chip your teeth. Orthodontics that can properly align your teeth can prevent teeth grinding and the consequences.

  1. Fix your bite.

Overbites, under bites, and everything in between can be fixed by good orthodontia.  An incorrect bite can lead to a myriad of problems such as gum disease, tooth decay and wear.

  1. Sinus relief.

Teeth that are misaligned can constrict your airways and create problems with your sinuses. Orthodontic treatment can align your teeth to clear the passages and help you breathe more comfortably.

 

As you can see, there are numerous health benefits to receiving orthodontic treatment, other than simply straightening your teeth. At Star Orthodontics, we can help you obtain these benefits through your orthodontic treatment. Give us a call today to set up an appointment!

 

Sources:

Longevity

Saddle Creek Ortho

American Association of Orthodontics

Dental Vision Orthodontics