Aesthetic

Orthodontic treatment can improve the appearance of your teeth in several ways. It is well known that braces can align crowded and overlapped teeth, and close gaps between the teeth. Braces can also correct the position of front teeth that stick out too much or are too long, improving a smile that reveals too much of the upper gums. When you feel unattractive because of crooked teeth, you may become self-conscious and preoccupied with your appearance. Patients often feel more self-confident even before treatment is completed.

	Better hygiene Because it is easier to thoroughly clean teeth that are not crowded, orthodontic treatment can reduce the occurrence of tooth decay and gum disease.
	Health of the gums Teeth that are out of position can cause gum recession or inflammation, which if uncorrected, could lead to loss of teeth.
	Temporomandibular function Disorders of the jaw joint and muscles can cause face and neck pain, locking, joint clicking and chronic headaches. These disorders are sometimes caused by a problem with the bite. Orthodontic correction may be a necessary part of treating these problems.
	Enamel wear As you age, some wearing of the enamel of the teeth is normal. Certain bite misalignments, however, can cause excessive force on the teeth resulting in fracture and extensive wear-through of the enamel. Your dentist can repair some of this damage with crowns, bridges and implants. Orthodontic treatment, if performed early, may prevent the damage. If damage has already occurred, sometimes the bite needs to be corrected before your dentist can repair the teeth.