Oral health is typically associated with preventing cavities, gum disease and periodontitis. Although all these oral problems are serious, you should also be aware that your dental health could have a massive impact on your wellbeing too. When your oral health is compromised, you also become at risk of developing other conditions such as diabetes, heart disease or a stroke. The reason behind this is poor oral health not only translates into the degradation of your teeth but also the steady damage to your gums, making you prone to harmful bacteria.
Fortunately, a simple way of preventing this is by keeping your appointments with your family dentist. Here are some reasons why having your teeth straightened by your family dentist is critical to your health.
1. It preserves your gum health.
Many people assume that widely spaced or crooked teeth is just a cosmetic issue. The truth is that while uneven teeth are unsightly, they also pose a health risk. This unevenness increases the risk of bacteria becoming lodged in hard to reach areas, which results in chronic inflammation. It is therefore essential to have your teeth straightened so that your gums can fit snugly around the bottom of your teeth if you are to minimise your risk of periodontal disease. This snugness eliminates potential gaps that would allow bacteria to breed in your mouth.
2. It is effortless to keep your teeth clean.
The more crooked your teeth are, the more challenging it is for you to brush and floss them sufficiently. As a result, your teeth become prime ground for the build-up of plaque. When this plaque is left unchecked, you start to become vulnerable to tooth decay and end up developing cavities and even requiring root canal therapy. Rather than be unable to get rid of the food particles that are lodged in between your teeth, it is advisable to have your teeth straightened by your family dentist.
3. It deters premature tooth wear.
When you have crowded teeth, it is typical for some teeth to jut out of formation. These projected teeth then start to rub against the other teeth, and this causes excessive abrasion to the enamel. Progressive damage to your enamel not only poses the risk of sensitivity, but your dentin can eventually become exposed and make you vulnerable to infections. You should also note that any protruding teeth, whether on your upper or lower jaw, will also have a significant impact on your bite and this leads to inefficient chewing.
Share28 August 2018
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