Teeth straightening treatments are designed to realign the teeth and improve the bite. If your teeth are misaligned, it can cause many dental health problems, including difficulty chewing food properly or pain along the jawline. Straightening the teeth can improve your oral health and the appearance of your smile.

At California Center for Laser Dentistry, we offer several options for teeth straightening. The most common one is braces, which are metal brackets bonded to the front of each tooth and then connected using wires that gradually apply pressure to the teeth causing them to move into place. 

Teeth Straightening Benefits

Improved Bite

Misaligned teeth can cause uneven tooth wear and interfere with the proper chewing of food, leading to poor digestion and nutrition problems. A misaligned jaw may also lead to headaches or earaches. 

Our dentist can evaluate your or your loved one’s teeth and bite to determine if braces or another orthodontic solution is needed. Braces can effectively straighten teeth and correct alignment issues to improve a patient’s bite and oral health.

Better Oral Hygiene

Straighter teeth are much easier to clean, meaning you will have a reduced risk of tooth decay and gum disease. When you get braces, it’s normal to experience some discomfort as your teeth shift, but this should subside after the initial stage. The straighter your pearly whites become, the easier it will be for you to keep them healthy and clean! 

Beautiful, Healthy Smile

An orthodontic treatment option like braces can improve your smile’s appearance, but it can also improve your oral health and function. For example, crooked or crowded teeth are more complicated to clean than straight teeth, which increases the risk of tooth decay. Crowded teeth are also more prone to plaque accumulation due to difficulties cleaning the areas between teeth. Braces can help to straighten your teeth and prevent future dental problems.

Increased Confidence

Straighter, more aligned teeth can boost your confidence. When you feel proud of your smile, you are more likely to share it openly and confidently with other people. You may smile more when you meet new people or talk to others. It is incredible how much a smile can impact your overall mood!

Teeth Straightening Options

Traditional Braces

Metal braces are the traditional way to straighten teeth. They consist of metal brackets and wires bonded to your teeth. The brackets are attached by small rubber bands holding the wire and held in place by an adhesive or cement. 

Invisalign

Invisalign straightens teeth with a series of custom-fit plastic trays that are replaced every one to two weeks throughout treatment. The trays are virtually invisible when worn and can be removed when eating, drinking, brushing, and flossing.

For more information about orthodontic treatment options, visit California Center for Laser Dentistry at 1844 San Miguel Dr #106, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, or call (925) 939-3997.