Most people think of orthodontics as a cosmetic profession, helping people achieve a perfect smile that would be the envy of any Hollywood movie star or professional athlete. But the best orthodontists help people achieve much more than just healthy smiles, they help correct conditions within the mouth that may cause harm later such as overbites. While these conditions may seem innocuous, they can lead to gum problems which can then translate to other health problems. The mouth is the gateway to a healthy body, after all. In this brief article, we’ll go over how the best orthodontists use braces to correct more than just looks. In fact, by straightening someone’s teeth they can help correct a serious disorder called an overbite that can cause health problems.
