Orthodontic Services: Do You Need Them?

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Did you know that there are around four million people wearing braces in the United States, with a majority of them being children and around 25% of them being adults? Orthodontic care is not limited to children. You can get Invisalign aligners or other teeth straightening techniques performed if you have issues of any kind. Here are reasons to consider orthodontic services for your teeth. Your orthodontist will assist you in making the most of your situation and will help you achieve the healthier, more appealing smile you desire.

Your Teeth Are Uneven and Hard to Brush

Adults often have an issue with crowding teeth, the bottom teeth in particular. The reason why is simple: as wisdom teeth begin to emerge as you get older, the existing teeth you have in your mouth sometimes don’t have any way to make room for the intruding teeth. Even if you have your wisdom teeth pulled, they can cause damage to your teeth and make them uneven and crooked. Uneven teeth can be harder to brush and keep clean. Uneven teeth can become a more apparent issue as you age. Check with your orthodontist to see if you can benefit from orthodontic services.

Your Smile Is Looking Older

Are your teeth looking older than you feel? If your teeth are uneven, not as white as you want them to be, or they have rough ridges, they can look older than the rest of you and affect your appearance negatively. There are many ways orthodontic services can assist you. Learn more about the things you can have done and what they cost from your orthodontist.

Your Smile Is Bothering You

You don’t have to have a serious issue with your teeth to consider having dental services done on your teeth. If your smile bothers you in any way, including if your smile is just slightly off or you wish your teeth were smoother, check out the variety of orthodontic services that can help you out. There are many ways an orthodontist can help you get the most out of your smile. Your oral care is important and your dentist can refer you to a great orthodontist to get you the services you need.
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