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Many people do not realize the affect crooked teeth have on their lives. They put up with it and go on, thinking that getting them straightened is way out of their budget, time consuming and painful.
But dentistry has come a long way in the past ten years or so. There are ways to safely correct overbites, underbites, large gapped teeth or overcrowded teeth. It can even help what is called crossbite - when the top and bottom rows of teeth just do not line up properly.
Why get your teeth straightened? Well, besides the embarrassment of having a crooked smile, there are health reasons as well.
- Crooked, misaligned teeth make it harder for you to properly chew and process food. That can cause digestive problems.
- It can affect your speech pattern, making it hard to sound out letters properly.
- You can have jaw pain, earaches and headaches from improperly set teeth.
- It can interfere with your breathing.
- It can make it harder to keep your teeth clean, leading to dental problems like gingivitis, tartar build up and bad breath, much less cavities.
There are conventional braces, and many now are more clear or are set on the underside of the teeth so they are less noticeable. But other than looking less offensive, they are still problematic.
- You cannot remove them to eat or drink.
- They hurt to get adjusted. They also catch on your inside lips and tear them.
- They are hard to clean around. Gingivitis is common among braces wearers because even with water picks it is hard to get your teeth really clean in between and around the gums. You can't use floss.
- Metal wires and brackets put pressure on your teeth and can leave permanent marks on your teeth after they are removed.
Another alternative is the new kid on the block. Practically invisible, removable clear plastic aligners that are switched out every few weeks to gradually guide your teeth into a more proper position. They are called Invisalign.
Modern, digital technology makes it easy for the dental staff to custom fit your own snugly secured aligners for a comfortable sure fit that few people even notice you are wearing.
For around the same, if not less money, these clear little mouth covers discreetly realign your teeth over about a year or so, no longer than it takes regular braces. Sometimes even less. It is less invasive and easier on your mouth. No irritated gums and lips, no visible railroad tracks across your teeth, virtually no pain. They remove so you can wash them out and brush your teeth, even eat and drink. Yet they sit snugly and securely during the day and night, so they won't interfere with your lifestyle or sleep.
To learn more about Invisalign, go to their website at invisalign.com and read more about the process, the differences and payment options. Few people can afford to write out a check for the year or so worth of treatment but some insurance companies cover it and if not, there are easy payment plans available at most dentists offices.
Getting your teeth straightened is not a vainglory thing. For your health, it is a worthy investment. You will be able to chew better, have less headaches and stomach problems. Your teeth and gums will be healthier. It will be easier to brush and floss, too. Your confidence will get a good boost as well.