The Various Benefits Of Straighter Teeth

Orthodontics can help you with more than just a nice smile!

There is little doubt that most people have their teeth straightened in order to improve their smile.

A nice straight, white set of teeth is something that many of us aim for, and modern orthodontics, such as the Inman Aligner offer a speedy way of achieving this.

In addition to cosmetic improvements, there are a number of other potential benefits that can be gained from having straighter teeth.

Better hygiene

There are two main areas of oral hygiene which are helped by having straighter teeth. Where teeth overlap or are pushed against each other tightly, small pieces of food can easily become trapped there and can be very difficult to remove, even with dental floss. Over time, these food particles may start to decay the tooth, leading to the need for fillings.

With straight, evenly spaced teeth, when food becomes trapped, this should present no significant problems if you clean your teeth correctly. The use of a good quality toothbrush should remove the majority of food debris but we also recommend the addition of flossing as well,  as small particles may still remain, often trapped around the gums.

A warm greeting

A nice white smile is something to be proud of. It can also have some other, perhaps surprising, benefits. Studies have shown that people often make a judgement about us within the first few seconds of meeting. Whilst their judgement may change as they get to know us better, getting off to a good start can be very beneficial in situations such as job interviews or potential relationships.

A smile that reveals crooked and discoloured teeth is less likely to receive a positive response than a white, even smile but this can be addressed. Here at The Calverley Dental Practice, we are pleased to offer the opportunity to have teeth straightened speedily using modern braces. The latest systems will be suitable for the majority of cases but of course we will need to conduct a thorough assessment to check each individual case.

Fast orthodontic treatment

The Inman Aligner is a removable orthodontic appliance which can straighten your teeth in just six to sixteen weeks, providing that you are a suitable candidate. Once straightened, you may also wish to consider having your teeth whitened at our Tunbridge Wells dental practice, to enable you to show off your new smile even more.

If you live in Kent and have been considering some improvements to your teeth but weren’t sure where to go, why not contact The Calverley Dental Practice? We offer a wide range of cosmetic procedures including not only orthodontic treatment, but also teeth whitening, veneers and dental implants amongst others. We are sure that you will find our team to be highly experienced, helpful and friendly.

Please call our Tunbridge Wells practice today on 01892 543898.