We all want even, straight teeth that do justice to our cheery smile. People have been striving for straight teeth for centuries – archaeologists even discovered mummified ancients with crude metal bands wrapped around individual teeth. Braces are now widely used as an effective tool to straighten teeth, but despite being so common, there is probably a lot you still don’t know about this dental tool.
They aren’t just about looks
Let’s face it – a large number of people who get braces are kids and teenagers who want to improve their appearance by straightening their crooked teeth. And that’s fine – but braces are more than just a simple cosmetic tool.
Crooked teeth not only affect your smile; they can also affect your oral health, leading to tooth decay, gum disease, teeth pushing against each other causing premature wear and tear. By fitting you with a custom brace, an orthodontist can help avoid all these problems, which could otherwise lead to costly corrective treatment at a later stage.
