4 Problems That Braces Can Correct

Braces are orthodontic appliances that can correct several issues with your smile. They apply gentle but constant pressure to your tooth roots to move each tooth’s position. The process must be done slowly so your jawbone can adapt to each tooth's new position.

Not only can braces address aesthetic concerns, but they can improve your oral health as well. And even though braces are typically thought of as a treatment for kids and teens, it’s never too late in life to enjoy the benefits braces have to offer.

At Hanachi Orthodontics in Gastonia and Mooresville, North Carolina, Farid Hanachi, DDS, PA, and the rest of our team are passionate about orthodontic care and all the ways it can benefit you.

This month’s blog focuses on both how braces work and the problems they can correct.

Explaining braces

Traditional metal braces consist of brackets, bands, and wires. A metal bracket is bonded to the front of each tooth and a wire slides through the brackets to connect them. Bands are then placed over the wire to keep it in place. The wire is gently tightened each visit to encourage your teeth to shift.

At Hanachi Orthodontics, we understand that traditional braces may not be appealing to everyone. So, we offer the Damon® Clear and Damon® Smile braces systems as alternative options.

Damon Clear braces are made of clear porcelain pieces rather than dark metal, making them more discreet. Damon Smile braces use a single sliding metal mechanism which is much less bulky and cumbersome than traditional braces. They both work the same as conventional braces, they just offer a different look.

What problems can braces address?

While getting braces can help with a myriad of dental issues, here are four common problems that orthodontic treatment helps:

Teeth that are gapped, crooked, crowded, or rotated
Front teeth that stick out over bottom teeth (overbite)
Front teeth that sit behind bottom teeth (underbite)
Misalignment in the jaw

By shifting your teeth into proper positions, your oral health should improve since you’ll have better access to floss and brush each tooth. In addition, an aligned bite can lower your risk of oral health-related problems like headaches or temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ).

Get started with braces

If you have crooked teeth or a misaligned bite, don’t wait to seek professional orthodontic treatment. Braces can shift your teeth and jaw into alignment, revealing a beautiful smile that promotes optimal oral health.

To schedule an orthodontic consultation with Dr. Hanachi, simply contact your nearest office location or book online with us today.