Braces are dental-correcting devices
that help correct misalignments, such as crooked teeth, teeth bunching, and bad
bites. They are made of brackets cemented onto the teeth, linked through a wire
periodically tightened to place gentle, constant pressure. Such pressure shifts
the teeth to the desired direction with time. Braces are a beneficial method as
they enhance the look of a smile and the functionality and well-being of the
teeth and jaws.
Reasons to wear Braces:
● Crowded teeth/crooked teeth: Teeth
that cannot erupt into place due to a lack of space become crooked or crowded.
That required space is created through braces, which straighten the teeth by
positioning them into a straight and even arch.
● Malocclusion (Bad Bite): This is a poor and disorganised relationship between the lower and upper teeth. The typical examples would be crossbites, overbites, and underbites. Braces are fitted to straighten these bite problems; the teeth fit properly.
Effects of Braces:
● Better Aesthetics: The most obvious
impact is the design of crooked and misaligned teeth, resulting in a properly
straightened, beautiful smile that can significantly increase self-esteem and
self-confidence.
● Improved Oral Hygiene: The teeth
will be straight, thus brushing and flossing will become easy. This minimises
where the plaque can lurk, reducing the risk of cavities and gum disease.
● Indigestion and in Chewing: Braces
help improve the process of chewing and digestion as they help correct a bad
bite so that the upper and lower teeth align. This enhances the chances of
chewing the food more efficiently, which, on the other hand, helps in proper
digestion.
● Lower Risk of Jaw Discomfort: An incorrect bite will cause
unnecessary loads on the jaw joints (TMJ). This can help avoid pain in the jaw,
other associated disorders of the temporomandibular joint (TMD), and headaches.