Why Braces?
Straight Teeth Are Healthy Teeth

So your orthodontist says you need braces. But do you really need braces? Braces aren't exactly inconspicuous. Is a straighter smile really worth all that trouble?

Yes. Your orthodontist wouldn't steer you wrong. If he or she says you need braces, you need braces.

Why?

Braces do a lot more than create an attractive smile. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, a crooked set of teeth can cause difficulty chewing, which, because of the uneven wear and tear, can lead to accelerated levels of tooth decay and gum disease. Abnormal wear can also cause stress on the bones that hold the teeth in place.

What's more, poor chewing can lead to digestive problems, as the teeth aren't properly breaking down the food prior to digestion.

A set of braces might be cheaper than the potential thousands of dollars' worth of medical and dental bills that can result from leaving an asymmetrical smile unchecked.

And yes, braces will straighten your smile. Having a straight, attractive smile is something you might not appreciate until... well, until you have it. Having braces for a few months might be embarrassing, but you'll reap the rewards of high self-esteem once they're off and your smile starts getting double-takes. In the final cost-benefit analysis, braces are a great investment.

In the end, you'll thank yourself. A lifetime of good dental health means not worrying about a recurring toothache jarring you awake in the middle of the night. It means not losing teeth when you turn 50. It means knowing you gave your body the great treatment it deserves.

If you think you need braces, contact your orthodontist immediately. The dentists at Comprehensive Family Dentistry have been giving bracesto patients in Newtown, Langhorne, Yardley, Philadelphia and the greater Bucks County area for years. Call today for an appointment.