The Benefits of Having Straight Teeth

The Benefits of • HAVING STRAIGHT TEET! - Increased SELF-CONFIDENCE 99.7% of adults think a great smile is an important social asset Straighter teeth give you more confidence when you smile in all types of interactions No need to worry about making a bad impression with crooked or misaligned teeth Better tooth alignment helps your gums fit around your teeth better Red, swollen gums can be a result of crowded or gapped teeth These symptoms of gum disease can be minimized with straighter teeth This reduces your risk of developing gum disease Healthier Healthier GUMS TEETH Crooked teeth are more likely Trapped food particles lead to have food buildup, even with brushing and flossing to more plaque, increasing the risk of tooth decay Straight teeth are easier to clean with fewer hard-to-reach places Less Wear AND TEAR Your teeth have to sustain many pounds of pressure each time you bite down A misaligned bite can cause uneven distribution of force with each bite Crooked teeth can wear down prematurely and even begin to chip Improved OVERALL HEALT! Oral health can be a good indicator of the status of your overall health Inflammation from gum disease has been linked to other conditions like diabetes and heart disease A proper bite lets you chew better, potentially reducing gastrointestinal problems PROVIDED BY HOMAS BRAUN ORTHODONTICSI www.fairfieldbraces.com SOURCES: http://www.invisalign.com/why-invisalign/dental-hygiene http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/features/straight-talk-about-braces-for-adults http://www.topdentists.com/learn/orthodontics/causes-of-crook- ed-teeth-and-how-to-fix-them/benefits-of-having-straight-teeth/ http://www.aacd.com/index.php?module=cms&page=568 http://www.perio.org/consumer/other-diseases