Saturday 28 March 2020

Medical Benefits of Braces: Benefits Beyond Pretty Smile

Braces fix problems with the alignment of upper and lower jaws and also teeth spacing. After all the time and effort that you invest at a dental clinic in Ahmedabad in getting orthodontic braces, you get straight teeth and a beautiful smile. Well, to your surprise, apart from a winning smile, you will end up with improved oral health owing to the medical benefits of braces.



Medical Benefits of Orthodontic Braces

Improved bite
While braces align your crooked teeth, they also correct your poorly aligned bites. When the Lowe and the upper teeth fit together, we call it a ‘bite’. The gaps due to crooked and poorly aligned teeth can impact your ability to break the food. This may also affect your digestion process. A misaligned bit if not treated can result in locked jaw, jaw-related pain, and TMJ disorder which may further demand complicated treatment. 

Better Oral Care
Misaligned teeth are difficult to clean. Proper brushing and flossing become a tough task, leaving flaws in the process due to crowded teeth. This could result in germs build-up which can lead to cavities and gum disease. As the teeth get straightened, you could improve your daily oral care and overall oral hygiene as brushing and flossing become easier. 

With braces on, you need to take extra care and brush and floss around wires and brackets properly.  This way you are forced to develop new habits which will last a lifetime. Also, you will not miss your timely visit to a dentist in Ahmedabad for a regular checkup. 

More confidence and improved self-esteem
With a winning smile and pretty teeth, you now do not need to hide your teeth out embarrassment. As you are no longer embarrassed, you will naturally feel more confident and happier.

Improved Jaw Alignment
Misalignment of the jaw or overcrowded teeth can result in speech impediments. Orthodontic braces fix both jaw and palate alignment, both of which are the causes of speech impediments. An expander can be required to be used before the braces are applied to widen the palate. 

The palate expansion can benefit you in less snoring, better breathing, and improved sinus and ear issues. It could also drastically change the way you look by altering face proportions.