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Orthodontic care can not only realign your teeth and jaws, but it can jump-start the appearance and functionality of your smile while also protecting your oral health. Whether you’re looking to correct misalignments, crowding, bite issues, or more, our friendly, dedicated, and experienced Grand Ledge Smiles team is here to help you achieve a smile you’ll love with customized orthodontic care!
Who Is A Candidate For Orthodontic Treatment?
Clear braces, traditional braces, and Invisalign® services can be a great option for a wide variety of patients. From children to adults, these systems can align smiles to help boost confidence and improve oral function!
- Children can benefit from tailored orthodontic evaluations and treatment plans as early as age seven. Early intervention can correct misalignments and jaw growth problems, guide proper dental development, and help prevent more severe issues later in life.
- Adolescence is a common time for teens to opt for braces or aligners as their jaws are still developing, and braces can enhance their overall esthetic. While traditional braces can be a great option for a wide range of orthodontic issues, discreet systems like Invisalign and clear braces can provide a less noticeable way to update smiles and correct bite and misalignment issues.
- Adults can benefit from alignment services to boost their smile esthetic and confidence. Orthodontic services can also be a great option for those who experience TMD/TMJ pain that can stem from jaw misalignment issues.
How Can Orthodontic Services Benefit Your Oral & Overall Health?
The perks of a straight smile don’t end with increased confidence! Aligning your smile can positively impact your oral health by:
Streamlining Oral Hygiene Practices: Straight, well-aligned teeth are easier to clean. Undergoing orthodontic care helps patients thoroughly clean their teeth, which reduces their chances of developing gum disease and tooth decay.
Fixing Problems With Your Bite: Treating overbites, underbites, and crossbites with braces can help prevent excessive wear and tear, which, untreated, can lead to jaw issues. When it’s uncomfortable to open your mouth, chew foods, or relax your jaw, it may be a sign of TMJ issues. Jaw issues can also occur if your teeth are out of alignment.
Preventing Tooth Decay & Injury: When an abnormal bite is not corrected, patients are more likely to experience a greater risk for oral health issues, including tooth decay, tooth injury, early or late tooth loss, and more.
Speech Support: Orthodontics can enhance the clarity and pronunciation of your speech, as braces close gaps and allow the tongue to connect with the roof of your mouth.
Long-Term Oral Health Advantages: Crossbites, underbites, and crooked or gapped smiles can negatively impact chewing and biting, potentially hindering proper chewing and even impacting your digestive system. Aligning your smile can help enhance your chewing ability and promote better digestion and systemic health.
If you’d like to learn more about orthodontic care and how Invisalign, clear braces, or traditional braces can help you get a smile you’ll love, our team is here to help. Contact us at Grand Ledge Smiles today!