Orthodontic treatment can benefit your self-confidence and your oral health. At Nautical Dental and Braces, our dentist, Dr. Cornelius, works to ensure that your treatment is comfortable and achieves your goals. Whether you are looking for an enhanced smile or better oral health, Nautical Dental and Braces.
1. Enhanced Smile
One of the significant benefits of orthodontic treatment is that it can enhance the appearance of your smile. Orthodontic treatment can change the appearance of your smile dramatically. If you have a biting concern, orthodontic treatment can improve it. For example, orthodontic treatment can straighten your bite if you have an underbite or overbite. Two main types of orthodontic treatment we offer at Nautical Dental and Braces. At our dental office, we offer traditional metal braces and clear aligners. Conventional metal braces can have more dramatic cosmetic results for patients with severe dental concerns.
2. Better Oral Hygiene
Postponing orthodontic treatment can negatively affect your oral health. If you have teeth that are misaligned or crowded, you could experience some dental concerns. For example, bacteria and debris can get stuck between misaligned or crowded teeth. This bacteria can spread and lead to dental decay. Patients with misaligned teeth can be more likely to need dental procedures like dental fillings and root canals. If your teeth are straight, it is harder for bacteria to get stuck between them, leading to better oral health.
3. Less Jaw Pain
Patients with a biting concern such as an underbite or an overbite can experience severe jaw pain. Sometimes patients even experience temporomandibular joint pain (TMJ), resulting in the need for treatment or surgery. Some people who have TMJ discomfort need a night guard to prevent them from grinding their teeth. Grinding your teeth can worsen TMJ pain and damage the outer layer of your teeth, the enamel. Orthodontic treatment benefits that the aligners can straighten your teeth and repair jaw concerns.
4. Reduce Pain
Many patients with orthodontic concerns experience pain in their jaw, neck, and head. Some people can also share sinus concerns from misaligned teeth. Sometimes misaligned teeth can affect how your mouth opens, and the teeth can block your airway. Misaligned teeth can also cause patients to grind their teeth. Grinding our teeth can lead to jaw pain and damage to your teeth. When people grind their teeth, they wear down the outer layer of your teeth called the enamel. This could lead to the need for dental restoration, such as dental fillings or dental crowns. Some patients even experience headaches and shoulder aches from grinding their teeth.
5. Better Digestion
People that have straighter teeth have better digestion. Fewer dental concerns such as more consecutive teeth, a better bite, and less dental pain often can lead to more effective chewing. The better our food is broken down and chewed, our digestion is better.
As you can see, there are several benefits to using orthodontic treatment. At Nautical Dental and Braces, Dr. Cornelius uses state-of-the-art treatment options to help patients achieve their dream smiles. Dr. Cornelius offers both traditional metal braces and clear aligners. Many patients prefer conventional metal braces because they can repair more severe dental concerns, and they are a more affordable option. Other patients prefer clear aligners because they are a more discrete way to align your teeth, and the treatment time is often faster than traditional metal braces. Dr. Cornelius is dedicated to helping you achieve your dream smile. For more information about the benefits of orthodontics or to schedule an appointment, call our office today.
