My Teeth Are Crooked
Did you know that straight teeth and a properly aligned bite can give you more than just an attractive smile? Straighter teeth can actually improve your overall oral health, according to an article published by the American Dental Association (ADA).
The reason is simple: Straight teeth are easier to keep clean than teeth that are crooked or crowded, which means they’re less prone to problems including tooth decay, gum disease, and tooth loss.
Misaligned or protruding teeth also can cause malocclusion (aka bad bites, such as an overbite or underbite), which “can interfere with chewing and speaking, cause abnormal wear to tooth enamel, and lead to problems with the jaws,” the ADA says.
If you’re concerned about your crooked teeth, consider making an appointment at Cornerstone Dental to discuss options for straightening your smile and improving your oral health.
How We Treat Bad Bites
Crooked teeth and jaw alignment problems can be inherited or they can be the result of factors such as injury, tooth loss, or thumbsucking, according to the ADA. Whatever the cause, you have numerous options to fix these issues and make your mouth healthier.
If you have crooked teeth or a bad bite, ask us about restorative dental care options like offset bite adjustments. When you come to us for issues related to teeth alignment, the first thing we do is perform a bite analysis to determine where the problems are located. Next, we’ll discuss which treatment option is best for you. Correcting a bad bite could be as simple as reshaping a few teeth, or we may recommend that you visit an orthodontist to discuss options like braces. Whatever course of treatment we suggest for you, our goal is to give you a smile that makes you happy and healthy.
Are You Considering Cosmetic Dental Care?
If you are considering cosmetic dental care you owe it to yourself to speak with an experienced dentist as soon as possible. Please feel free to contact us online or call our Martinsburg, West Virginia dental office directly at 304.267.6059 to schedule your appointment. We provide a wide range of general dentistry care as well as more involved dentistry services for patients throughout the Martinsburg area and look forward to you joining the Cornerstone Dental family.
