Lasting Smiles, Lasting Health With the Benefits of Orthodontics

Edmondson Family Dental Care understands that a straight smile lasts many years. We offer top-notch orthodontics in Windsor Mill, Maryland, to address overcrowding, spacing, and misaligned teeth. Instead of braces, Dr. Jon Edmondson uses Invisalign to align smiles. For almost the same cost as metal braces, Invisalign achieves similar outcomes comfortably, conveniently, and discreetly. 

Why does orthodontics matter?

So, why should you straighten your teeth? Most probably, aesthetics is the motivation. After all, don’t perfectly aligned teeth look good? However, straightening your teeth goes beyond the visible.

Here are other notable benefits of undergoing orthodontic treatment.

  • Improved oral hygiene: Straighter teeth are easier to floss and brush, reducing the risk of gum disease, bad breath, and cavities. 
  • Better oral function: Orthodontics helps your teeth work harmoniously, optimizing your eating and speaking abilities. This prevents nutrition and speech problems that may occur from alignment issues. 
  • Improved confidence: When you have straighter teeth, your confidence radiates everywhere you go. 
  • Alleviate pain: Orthodontics straightens your teeth and bite to minimize TMJ-related disorders. 
  • Prevent injuries: Aligning your teeth and correcting bite issues reduces the risk of trauma or damage. Besides, properly aligned teeth distribute biting forces evenly, lowering the chance of premature dental wear.

Why do I have orthodontic issues?

Several reasons can lead to crooked teeth or malocclusion, also known as a “bad bite.” Inherited traits from parents, such as jaw size, tooth size, or bite alignment, are the most common cause of orthodontic problems. If your family has a history of crooked teeth or jaw misalignment, you will likely have similar issues.

Also, childhood habits like thumb sucking, pacifier use, and bottle feeding can affect teeth alignment and jaw development issues. Premature loss of baby teeth can cause neighboring teeth to shift into the gap, leading to misalignment and bite issues. Dental injury or trauma can affect jaw alignment, especially when it happens during childhood. 

What are the several orthodontic treatment options?

Traditional braces have been the go-to orthodontic treatment over the years. Conventional braces use metal wires, brackets, and elastic bands (ligatures) to apply controlled pressure on your teeth. While metal braces work, patients, especially teens and adults, find them obtrusive. Our office straightens teeth with the Invisalign system. This advanced teeth straightening system straightens your teeth with clear, removable aligners. Unlike metal braces, Invisalign treatment is nearly invisible, so you can straighten your teeth without anyone noticing it. 

Invisalign aligners are removable, allowing you to eat and clean your teeth without restrictions. You can even take them out for important events like corporate dinners—just be sure to wear them for 20-22 hours a day. The aligners are also comfortable. Made from smooth, BPA-free plastic, Invisalign aligners provide a comfortable fit throughout your treatment, with no sharp wires or edges to irritate your gums.

Do you need orthodontic care in Windsor Mill?

Orthodontic treatment isn’t a one-time fix. It’s a lifetime investment in your oral health, confidence, and appearance. Take the first step towards a lifetime of a healthy, confident smile. Call (410) 220-5309 to schedule an appointment with Edmondson Family Dental Care to see if orthodontic treatment works for you.