Orthodontist Porter Ranch: Why Do People Get Braces?
Introduction
Hey Porter Ranch families and Googlers, are you wondering, ‘Why do people get braces?’ This is an important question, so let’s discuss and clarify some of the uncertainties.
Reasons People Get Braces
Confident Smile and Healthy Bite
People get braces to gain a confident smile, and healthy bite, and enhance their appearance. Braces are dental devices used to straighten misaligned teeth, correct bites, and enhance the beauty of a person’s face. Braces help growing kids develop healthy bites and help adults gain a confident, brilliant smile.
Malocclusion
People get braces to treat a condition called malocclusion, broken down from the Latin ‘mal’ meaning bad, and ‘occlusion’ meaning bite. Nearly 70% of the American public have some form of malocclusion. The obvious signs of this are crowded and overlapping teeth, narrow smiles, crooked or uneven teeth, and teeth that protrude or are behind other teeth.
Dental Health
Having crooked teeth goes beyond a simple cosmetic issue. When there is crowding, there are areas that become nearly impossible to keep clean or floss, raising the risk of developing cavities and gum disease. The first step in overall dental health is having aligned teeth that fit together well.
Overall Health
Some of the latest scientific research is showing how bacteria found in the mouth can spread throughout the body and create potential medical issues like enhancing cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Recent research is linking dental bacteria to the plaques found in the brain for Alzheimer’s and similar diseases. Keeping your mouth clean and healthy is very important for your overall health.
Preventing Further Dental Issues
Having crooked or protruding teeth can also increase the risk of breaking your teeth, increasing the chances of needing other dental work like fillings, crowns, or implants. Bad bites have been related to early tooth loss, the development of headaches and jaw pain, and developing loose teeth or traumatic periodontal issues.
Who Needs Braces?
There is no age limit for when a person may need braces. We see children as young as 6 or 7, as well as adults well into their 70s and beyond. People get braces if they have:
- Crooked smile
- Uneven position of their teeth
- Protruding teeth
- Overlapped teeth
- Narrow smile
- A smile they are embarrassed of
- A bite that feels uneven or uncomfortable”
Schedule Your Free Consultation
Our office offers free consultations for the public, and we welcome you to call or schedule online today to schedule your first visit. Feel free to contact our office if you have any questions or concerns.”
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