Why get teeth straightened?
Here at The Dental Studio, we offer a comprehensive range of ways to take care of oral health and help our patients to feel good about their smile. One of the most sought after means of improving teeth is to have orthodontics in Colchester. Here, we explore what the term means and explain why it is so important.
What is orthodontics? 
Orthodontics in Colchester refers to the straightening of teeth using a variety of methods. It is a way to correct teeth that are crooked, protruding or overcrowded. These issues of misalignment are very common, and it is safe to say that we can treat virtually all of them very efficiently, regardless of severity or even the age of the patient.
Confidence
A desire to improve self-confidence is one of the main reasons that our patients decide to opt for orthodontics in Colchester. Having misaligned teeth can be very detrimental to how someone feels about their appearance, and this self-consciousness can spill over into all areas of a person’s life. They may feel too embarrassed or shy to talk to others, or even to smile.
Having teeth straightened often means getting a new lease of life. People find that they are much more willing and able to engage socially after having treatment, and often enjoy greater success at work too due to their newfound confidence. In some cases, they are able to find a life partner having developed a greater sense of self-esteem and ability to meet new people.
Less risk of injury
Teeth that are misaligned are more likely to be damaged in an incident such as a trip or fall or even a road accident. Getting them straightened using braces helps to protect them from injury and deterioration and can also help to prevent pain and minimise trauma.
Better oral and general health
Teeth that are not straight are much harder to keep clean. The result of this can be that plaque and food debris build up in between the teeth. This can cause bad breath and damage to the teeth such as cavities. Failure to regularly remove plaque and debris from the teeth is also a leading cause of gum disease.
Gum disease is uncomfortable at best and can be sore, as the gums are inflamed. Infections are more likely too. When it is not treated, then the patient is likely to suffer from tooth loss which can be devastating from a confidence perspective.
Gum disease does not just have an impact on the teeth and gums, it can affect the body as a whole. There have been several studies in recent years that have found links between gum disease and other health conditions. These include heart and lung disease as well as dementia and arthritis.
Having their teeth straightened does not just make a person look much better and feel more confident about their smile. It can also allow them to enjoy healthier teeth and gums for the rest of their life, as well as helping to promote better health in general.
