Straight Smiles Equal Healthier Smiles

At Valeriano Orthodontics, we promote the best oral health, emphasizing prevention, and starting with our youngest patients. Dr. Valeriano and his team of professionals encourage parents to teach their children the importance of good oral hygiene. It is essential to learn why we all need to brush, floss and gargle to keep germs and plaque away from our pearly whites.

Good oral hygiene is invaluable, and an equally important ingredient in creating a beautiful, healthy smile is having straight teeth and a properly aligned bite. Orthodontics has proved indispensable in offering patients many lasting oral health benefits, and research has shown that straight smiles equal healthier smiles.

Orthodontic Patients Display Better Oral Health and Hygiene Practices

Decades of research have shown that orthodontic patients are more likely to have better oral health. Having orthodontic treatment creates proper alignment and makes it easier to clean between teeth, thereby preventing future dental problems such as:

• Tooth decay
• Gum disease
• Tooth loss
• Abnormal wear to tooth enamel
• Jaw problems

Why Do People Who Wore Braces or Clear Aligners Enjoy Healthier Teeth?

1. Patients who have orthodontic treatment, along with orthodontists, work hard to attain straight, correctly spaced teeth and a healthy bite. The American Association of Orthodontists notes that “crooked and crowded teeth are hard to clean and maintain.” If your teeth are crowded together, it is difficult to remove bacterial buildup. Braces, aligners and other orthodontic appliances help your teeth “fit better” in your mouth, preventing abnormal wear on your tooth enamel.
2. Regular visits to your orthodontist help you stay vigilant about brushing and flossing. Research demonstrates that when patients receive frequent reminders and instruction in proper oral hygiene practices (particularly patients wearing braces or aligners and retainers), they are more likely to brush and floss regularly and correctly.
3. Individuals who have worn braces, clear aligners or other orthodontic appliances are more likely to keep their teeth healthy after investing time and money in them. Once your braces come off, you will naturally want to keep your smile looking beautiful. Patients tend to stay extra-motivated to brush and floss regularly years after orthodontic treatment is completed.

How Valeriano Orthodontics Can Help

For more information about options and treatments available to you, contact Valeriano Orthodontics at (704) 364-6544 for help or to schedule a complimentary consultation. Our practice repeatedly proves that while having a beautiful set of straight teeth certainly boosts your confidence and helps you feel more attractive, having a healthy mouth benefits you for a lifetime.