When you begin to explore options for correcting the alignment of your teeth, many people focus on the esthetic benefits of a straighter smile. But did you know that modern orthodontic appliances allow you to improve your oral health as well? When teeth are crooked or crowd, they prevent you from properly cleaning their entire surface and allow your oral bacteria to form plaques. These deposits produce acidic waste that corrodes the enamel of your teeth and leads to tooth decay. This means that making the decision to fix your malocclusion provides a needed improvement to your ability to clean your teeth.
At your Prairie Village, KS, dentist, we offer smile correction services with Orthodontic Clear Aligners. This treatment brings your teeth into their desired position without the need for metal brackets or wires with traditional braces. This therapy also provides discretion throughout your treatment because your aligners are made of a transparent, BPA-free material. This can help if you are currently delaying treatment due to worries about your appearance during the corrective period!