At the office of Bothell Dentist Wendy Crisafulli and associates, we love seeing our valued patients advance through orthodontic treatment, enjoying the benefits of a beautiful smile. For most of the patients we speak to, improved appearance is often the main motivator for undergoing orthodontics. Bothell dentist, Dr. Crisafulli and team can give you so much more than a pretty smile by straightening your teeth, however!
If you are considering orthodontics in Bothell, we want to let you know of some of the health benefits of straight teeth that may surprise you:
- Healthier gum tissue. While crowded, crooked teeth provide lots of great hiding spots for bacteria, teeth that are properly aligned are much easier to keep clean. This advantage can help you more effectively ward off periodontal disease, and with excellent home care habits and a healthy lifestyle, allow you to keep your straight, beautiful teeth for a lifetime!
- Straight teeth work better! What does this mean? Well, we use our teeth for eating and speaking, and misaligned teeth can cause difficulty with both of these functions. Undergoing orthodontic treatment aligns front teeth beautifully, but it also ensures proper alignment of the upper and lower jaws. When your upper and lower teeth fit together correctly, speech and chewing improve!
- Improved comfort. Teeth that are crooked often distribute pressure unevenly across the mouth. Years of chewing and grinding can cause pain in facial muscles, the jaw joints, and even painful uneven tooth wear. When they are aligned and allowed to function correctly, this prevents unnecessary pain.
Of course, it’s also a huge reward to be able to smile with confidence! Don’t waste another minute; the first step towards a straight smile that functions properly, feels right, and promotes health is to contact Crisafulli Dental for orthodontics in Bothell! We can’t wait to hear from you.