Why Orthodontics?
Your smile is more than just white straight teeth, you want to ensure the functionality, gum health, and bone structure for your overall health and check for any risk factors for impaction to other teeth or your jaw in the future.
We want you to get the care that you deserve, so we encourage you to speak to your general dentist at your next appointment about the possibility of orthodontic treatment. This would be the first step in ensuring that you understand why your dentist recommends it, explain the areas of concern, and can write a referral to pass along to the orthodontist in creating the perfect plan for your orthodontic treatment.
Once you schedule your consultation, talk about what your dentist advised as well as your concerns in the treatment process.
This would include:
- misaligned teeth
- difficulty chewing
- shifting jaws
- Growth of wisdom teeth ( if they have not been removed yet)
If orthodontic treatment is needed and left untreated, they could cause health issues down the line like tooth decay, gum disease, abnormal wearing of tooth enamel, tooth impaction due to abnormal growth, and so much more.
Orthodontic treatments can ensure:
- Ensure proper function of teeth
- Create a healthy, attractive smile and facial structure
- Maintain a good bite making it easier to chew and speak
- Avoid tooth decay/loss by making them easier to clean
- Avoid expensive dental procedures that could result from untreated orthodontic issues
If you are still unsure, take time and speak to your dentist or schedule a complimentary consultation at our office.
