Reasons for straightening your teeth

05 December 2010

Reasons for straightening your teeth

Nearly invisible braces can now be used as an alternative to the traditional metal braces and many of our young adult and adult patients are choosing this treatment as an alternative to smile makeovers.
Straighter teeth not only help to create a beautiful smile but also help improve the contour of the lips and face. As well as improving aesthetics they can also help to improve dental function. Having good dental function means the teeth and jaws are aligned and coordinated in such a way that they are in the best possible position to accommodate chewing, talking, or moving your teeth from side to side. Proper function creates balanced forces on your teeth when you use them, which promotes better long term health of the teeth, gums, and surrounding bone. This can also reduce the incidence of habits such as grinding or clenching, the formation of abnormal wear patterns on your teeth, or the development of headaches and facial pain. Straighter teeth are also easier to keep clean which helps in reducing gum disease and cavities between your teeth.
The most important reason for straightening teeth is psychological and cosmetic reasons. Having straight teeth and a beautiful smile increases your self esteem, confidence and self-image. Orthodontic treatment has been shown to enhance social and career success in adults, and has a positive influence on others’ perception of how intelligent, likable, and trustworthy one is. It is no surprise then, that a beautiful, confident smile can improve a person’s general attitude toward life and contribute to their overall well-being. With all of our straightening systems we also include a complimentary whitening treatment as a bonus to help to enhance your smile at the end of your treatment. We have helped numerous patients from Manchester, Cheshire and the North West achieve their dream.
Miss Adams from Cheadle, Stockport has recently finished her inivisalign treatment and she gives an honest reflection of her treatment in the video below. She talks about the highs and lows and how this treatment has improved her confidence and smile. Have a look for yourself :