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Your dentist may have discussed with you the
benefits of having healthy teeth and proper jaw
alignment. Crooked and crowded teeth are hard
to clean and maintain. This can result in tooth
decay, worsen gum disease and lead to tooth
loss. Other orthodontic problems can contribute
to abnormal wear of tooth surfaces, inefficient
chewing function, excessive stress on gum
tissue and the bone that supports the teeth
or misalignment of the jaw joints. These can lead
to chronic headaches and face or neck pain.
Treatment
by an orthodontist can be less costly than the additional
care required to treat dental problems arising as a result
of orthodontic problems. For most people, a beautiful smile
is the most obvious benefit of orthodontics. After your
braces come off, you'll feel more self-confident.
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