More Than Just a Pretty Smile: What Are Some of the Benefits of Braces?

No matter if you choose metal braces or clear braces, you can enjoy a straight, healthy smile. Young patients may see results faster, but anyone can enjoy the complete benefits of braces! And when you get down to it, there’s more to look forward to than the beautiful smile you’ll see in the mirror.

Let’s look at some of the other reasons braces are worthwhile:

Braces Can Fix Bite Issues That Might Otherwise Be Serious

Straight teeth don’t just look good, they also help you maintain your overall health. Straight teeth are much less likely to chip or crack, but that’s really only the beginning. Straighter teeth distribute bite force better, which is a major part of maintaining jaw health throughout your whole lifetime.

The human bite is incredibly strong, and misaligned teeth contribute to greater wear and tear on the individual teeth. Not only does that make it easier for teeth to break down, but that extra force is often concentrated in a way that can contribute to jaw pain or weakness. Braces get to the root of the issue.

Braces Can Make It Easier for Children to Master Speaking

Early in life, children pick up a first language at an amazing speed. Kids can quickly become fluent in just about any language that’s used around the home, faster than would ever be possible for an adult. Sadly, some tooth gaps and misalignment can make it more difficult for children to speak and may impact their confidence.

Some tooth gaps in particular make it a lot harder for children to pronounce specific sounds, all depending on where the affected teeth are. Early intervention can help kids gain confidence and stop them from feeling self-conscious. That especially helps when it’s time to speak up in class!

Braces Can Improve Oral Hygiene at Any Age

When you have gaps or misalignment, it leads to crowding in your mouth. Teeth end up leaning one way or another, which may cause them to overlap with other teeth. And it’s those areas that are tricky to clean, even when you’re diligent about your oral hygiene.

We all know it takes some time for children to build good dental and oral health habits, so braces can make the whole process easier. Navigating around the braces and hard-to-reach places might be a challenge, but it can help them build a powerful foundation and routine for better oral hygiene.

Braces Are Terrific for Confidence So You Can Enjoy Life

Your smile is one of the top ways you make a connection with other people, so it only makes sense that braces can give you more confidence. Anyone, of any age, can enjoy straight and healthy teeth. The confidence you’ll feel is correlated with success in many other areas of life.

When you feel good about your teeth, you’re that much more likely to embrace all that life has to offer. Just imagine if you had the confidence and energy to do your best and try new things. No matter what’s most important to you, a gorgeous smile will help you enjoy and appreciate it even more.

Braces Now Can Help You Save Money Later

We get it: braces are an investment, and it’s crucial to use the family budget wisely. But when you get the best braces in Port Orange, you’ll end up saving money in the long run – and the sooner you get started, the better. That’s because braces simply make it much more likely you’ll have “perfect dental checkups” in the future.

Kids might not be excited about braces at first, and telling them they’ll save money someday probably won’t help. But the benefits of braces are felt immediately after treatment and for the rest of the patient’s life – no more worrying about “hidden” cavities caused by teeth meeting at an awkward angle!

Beauchamp Orthodontics Is the Best Family Orthodontist in Port Orange

From junior to grandpa and everyone in between, the whole family is welcome at Beauchamp Orthodontics. We make it fast, easy, and convenient to get braces – and, yes, it can even be fun. With features such as our “small form factor” braces, customized colored bands, and same-day braces, we have something for everyone.

Dr. Beauchamp will be happy to answer all your questions so you can make an informed decision after a full orthodontic exam. If you decide to get braces, they can often be placed on the very same day. Schedule your consultation today to get started with the best braces in Port Orange!

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