What will braces do?

Getting Teeth Straightened

When teeth come in at inappropriate places, it can lead to myriad types of discomfort. Not only may crooked teeth cause lessened confidence or social unease, they can cause physical issues, too. These include:

• Trouble speaking
• Issues with chewing and swallowing
• Decreased oral health and problems with the gums
• More cavities (because crooked teeth are harder to clean!)

Do you or your children have teeth that seem crowded or oddly misaligned? This isn’t an issue that will go away on its own, and almost always gets worse if left untreated. Take control of your health by making a free consultation appointment at our Asheville, Hendersonville or Brevard office.

Improving A Bite

A malocclusion, or bad bite, can cause complications that lead to premature wear and breakdown of the teeth, and discomfort and pain when chewing food. Does your child complain about experiencing jaw pain? Do you hear clicking or popping in your jaw? This is often caused by a misaligned bite. A misaligned bite can lead to worn and cracked teeth and overexposed nerves in the mouth.

Did you know that braces can be used to align the jaw as they straighten crooked teeth? This will improve your bite and can prevent significant speech impediments from developing in children.

Improving Oral Health

We all know that keeping your teeth clean and flossing regularly are very important. However, crooked teeth can make it more difficult to do that.

It’s not uncommon to find significant plaque buildup in a mouth hampered by crooked teeth – just ask your dentist! We aren’t just talking about bad breath, minor cavities and gingivitis. Poor oral hygiene can have a serious negative impact on your overall health.

Want to reduce your risk of developing diabetes or heart disease? Good oral hygiene has been linked to a reduced risk of developing chronic medical conditions like these.

We can also teach you how to brush your teeth with braces.