Benefits of braces
Improve bite
A malocclusion can cause problems when eating because the teeth don't fit together properly. Poorly aligned teeth or gaps between missing teeth can hinder the digestive process because it affects the ability to break down food efficiently. If left untreated, malocclusion can lead to jaw fatigue, jaw pain leading to headaches, TMJ disorder, or the loss of more teeth! All require complex medical and dental treatment. Fortunately, one of the many medical benefits of wearing braces is the realignment of poor bite and crooked teeth.
Enhance digestive health
Teeth play a vital role in digestion before food reaches the stomach. Teeth break down and partially digest food in the mouth. Therefore, if your teeth are crooked, it will be difficult for you to chew food properly. Large pieces of food go directly into the stomach. This can lead to irritable bowel movements, bowel discomfort, and other discomforts. Braces can help you solve these problems by optimizing the alignment of your teeth to help you chew better, ultimately aiding the digestive process.
gum disease prevention
Food particles and plaque can easily get trapped in the gaps between misaligned or crooked teeth. These can become a breeding ground for bacteria, leading to gum infections. Gum disease is primarily caused by an infection of the soft tissue surrounding the teeth. These diseases can be troublesome if you avoid taking care of your teeth and gums. Therefore, wearing braces can help prevent gum disease. Because braces even out your teeth, they are easier to clean with flossing and toothbrushing. This means fewer bacteria-producing particles are trapped between the teeth as they can be quickly removed before causing any gum disease.
Prevent tooth decay
Similar to gum disease, wearing braces can significantly reduce the chance of tooth decay. When teeth overlap or are misaligned, they are difficult to clean and risk uneven wear. Additionally, bacteria multiply and multiply between these teeth and eat away at the enamel, causing cavities. Using braces makes it easier to clean and maintain your teeth, thereby preventing cavities.
Prevent bone erosion
Crooked teeth can lead to bone loss or jawbone erosion! If you're wondering how, each tooth has a root that connects them to the jawbone. Just like bacteria can adversely affect your gums and teeth, if bacteria penetrates the roots of your teeth, it can also erode and wear away bone!
Crooked or missing teeth can put extra pressure on the gums and teeth, creating enough space for microorganisms to multiply and come into contact with the bone. Braces relieve pressure on the jaw by supporting the tissues and nerves in the mouth. Once the braces hold the teeth and bones in place, the bones will begin to rebuild naturally.
better oral health
Braces can correct crowded and misaligned teeth that would otherwise be difficult to clean because they are beyond the reach of the bristles. The resulting accumulation of bacteria can lead to periodontal disease and tooth decay. So, with braces, you can straighten your crowded teeth and make sure your daily brushing and flossing habits cover them as well.
Additionally, since braces require better care when brushing and flossing around the wires and brackets, daily oral care needs to be enhanced – a good habit that will last a lifetime!
better voice quality
Teeth affect how we speak and play an important role in our speech. Misaligned teeth and gaps can cause a variety of speech problems, including whistling sounds when speaking, difficulty pronouncing consonants, and slurred words. These speech impediments can lead to self-consciousness, embarrassment, and a variety of mental health issues. Fortunately, braces can help with speech disorders like these. The rearrangement of the teeth provides enough space for the tongue and allows it to move easily.
Do I need braces?
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● Your jaw hurts after chewing food
● Your teeth look crowded or crooked
● You often bite your tongue
● You have difficulty flossing and brushing your teeth
● Your teeth cannot overlap each other when your mouth is resting
● You have difficulty pronouncing certain letters or words because your tongue is under your teeth
● You often breathe through your mouth
Do braces hurt?
It may take your orthodontist about an hour or two to put the braces on. You may experience pain, sore gums and teeth, or other discomfort shortly after wearing them. However, any pain and discomfort should only last a week.
While your orthodontist will prescribe certain medications to treat brace-related pain, you may also choose over-the-counter pain relievers. For the first week or so, avoid chewy foods like popcorn and gum, as well as hard or sticky candies, until you get used to your braces. Instead, eat soft foods such as yogurt, oatmeal, soups, smoothies, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, soft fruits, ice cream, and cold drinks. When choosing cold drinks, remember to choose drinks with high calcium content and low sugar or additives.
It may take about a month for you to adjust to your braces, and it is normal to observe soreness in your jaw from time to time.
