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Nothing ruins a smile quite like crooked teeth. Not only can they be visually unappealing, but they can also create significant oral health problems. Fortunately, patients have the option to straighten their teeth and achieve their dream smile with orthodontic treatments. Here are the major benefits of straightening teeth.

• Improved confidence

What better feeling is there than getting that smile you’ve always wanted? After treatment, patients typically feel a renewed sense of confidence that spills over beyond the smile to their self-esteem and self-confidence in general. This boost in confidence is often accompanied by a newfound willingness to take chances personally and professionally. Patients may feel bolder about applying for a dream job or promotion that they have been putting off. They may even be inspired to take the next steps with their spouse and children.

• Better oral and overall health

Gaps can cause food particles to become stuck inside the mouth, which can lead to cavities. Gaps also make it harder to clean your teeth properly, which can increase your risk of gum disease. Also, chewing may be difficult if your teeth are too widely spaced apart. And, of course, crooked teeth can make you feel self-conscious and embarrassed about your smile. Fortunately, most or all of these issues can be corrected with orthodontia treatment.

• Easier cleaning and maintenance

Once a tooth is straightened, it is much easier to keep clean because it doesn’t have many crevices or rough spots for food and plaque to hide in. A straighter smile is also less prone to cavities because there are fewer places for bacteria to reside. In fact, straightening your teeth with braces can actually make maintenance easier for the rest of your smile, too. Those who have straight teeth are less likely to need cavity fillings, crowns, and other restorations than those who are dealing with crooked teeth. Braces also make it easier to keep your gums healthy because they are easier to brush and floss around properly. When you straighten your teeth, it can also improve your speech and make chewing your food much easier.

• Chewing efficiency

When teeth are straightened, it makes it much easier to chew food throughout the course of the day. Not only that but your bite will also be corrected so you won’t experience jaw pain from poor alignment.

If you find it difficult to chew certain foods like nuts or tough meats, then it could be caused by the alignment of your teeth. Correcting the problem may allow you to enjoy these foods again and relieve any discomfort while eating them.

Request an appointment or call Osuna Dental Care: Chris Y. Kim DDS at (505) 884-1989 for an appointment in our Albuquerque office.