The Health Benefits of Orthodontic Treatment

Orthodontic treatments can deliver a lifetime of improved dental health by correcting the alignment of the upper and lower jaws. They are also used to remove the gaps between your teeth for a better-looking smile and improved self-confidence. Here at My Braces Doctor, your orthodontists, Dr. Nadia N. Sina and Dr. Hilda Oweisy, can determine whether you require orthodontic treatment such as traditional braces, Invisalign, or others during a consultation at one of our offices in Fredericksburg, Manassas, or Fairfax, VA.

Do You Need Orthodontic Treatment?

Generally speaking, people who are eligible for orthodontic treatment are those who have:

• Buck teeth or an overbite
• An underbite
• A crossbite
• An open bite, leaving a space between the biting surfaces
• Gaps or spaces between teeth, which are normally the result of tooth loss
• A misplaced midline
• Teeth crowding due to excessive teeth on the dental ridge

Ultimately, however, your dentist is in the best position to determine whether you would benefit from orthodontics. Diagnostic tools, dental history, X-rays, clinical examination, and other sources of information would be the basis of this crucial decision.

How Your Health Can Benefit from Orthodontics

Having improved confidence and self-esteem comes with its own set of health benefits, which are beyond mere aesthetics. More importantly, by correcting your bite and properly aligning your teeth, you reap the health benefits of:

• Reduced Risk of Tooth Decay

This is because orthodontics can treat any crowding or crookedness of your teeth, so there is a lesser possibility of food particles being caught between teeth. Likewise, this means plaque buildup will be minimized because of the elimination of the acid-producing bacteria.

• Reduced Possibility of TMJ Disorder

This develops when excessive strain is placed on the jaw joints because of misalignment. This could make it difficult for you to open and close your mouth. It could also lead to facial pain, headaches, and clicking in the jaw.

• Decreased Risk of Gum Disease

The potential for inflamed, sore, or bleeding gums would be greatly decreased through the corrective alignment of your teeth that, in turn, would reduce the buildup of plaque.

Aside from these advantages, finding proper orthodontic treatment from one of our offices in Fredericksburg, Manassas, or Fairfax, VA, will also give you the added benefits of:

• Improved capability to chew, allowing you to get the nutrients you need from your food.
• Correction of speech problems.
• Better oral hygiene through easier brushing, flossing, and rinsing.
• Lesser possibility of cavities.
• Lesser risk of injuries caused by protruding teeth.
• A more visually pleasing smile.

Need More Details on Orthodontic Treatments such as Traditional Braces, Clear Braces, or Invisalign? Call Us

Schedule a consultation with one of our orthodontists, Dr. Nadia N. Sina or Dr. Hilda Oweisy, here at My Braces Doctor. We will be able to determine which option, whether traditional braces or Invisalign, is best for you. You reach our locations in Fredericksburg, Manassas, and Fairfax, VA, by dialing (703) 877-0990.