Is orthodontic treatment just for straightening teeth?

A lot of patients ask us why doctors and our team at Pacific Northwest Orthodontics work tirelessly to give our patients straight teeth. Of course it’s nice to have a smile full of evenly-aligned teeth, but did you know that straightening your teeth can keep them healthier as well? Straight teeth lead to better oral hygiene, increasing your chances of keeping your own natural teeth for a lifetime!

Straight teeth are also less prone to decay, because they collect less plaque, that sticky colorless substance that forms on our teeth. However, many patients still notice staining or yellow teeth once their braces come off. If you’re experiencing this, check out our guide on Yellow Teeth After Braces and How to Fix It: 5 Useful Tips to restore your bright smile. When you visit Pacific Northwest Orthodontics for your initial consultation, with our doctors will examine all aspects of your teeth, face, smile, and jaw.

If you’re wondering whether your teeth might cause problems because they are out of alignment, please give us a call to set up an initial orthodontic consultation at our convenient Tacoma, WA office. Our doctor can help you decide whether or not you will benefit from orthodontic treatment.

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