4 Reasons Why Braces Are the Best Investment

Is a beautiful smile worth the investment? This question may be weighing on your mind as you consider orthodontic treatment for yourself or your child. The short answer is yes! A beautiful smile is truly an investment in your future that can reap health and financial benefits for a lifetime. The following are four reasons why braces are the best investment you can make.

Many oral health issues are the result of poor alignment of the teeth, and tooth decay is at the top of the list. Flossing and brushing are more difficult when teeth are crooked or overlapping. Straighter teeth make cleaning easier and more effective – reducing plaque, cavities, gum disease, and tooth loss. It’s been proven that bacteria from plaque can cause oral infections, which can create larger problems such as heart disease.

Below are other common health issues that braces can help address:

• Chewing or swallowing problems
• Speech difficulties
• TMJ
• Headaches
• Pain caused by excessive strain on the chewing muscles

With an even bite, you’ll also experience less soft tissue injuries in your mouth. These injuries can cause sores, cuts, and may lead to infections. Once teeth are properly aligned, these health problems are usually resolved.

Do you try to hide your teeth when you smile? You may feel shy or embarrassed in front of others when you have to talk or smile. But smiling is a natural process and expresses happiness, friendliness, and confidence. And you’ll feel happy and confident with straighter teeth and a beautiful smile!

Another reason why braces are the best investment you can make is that your beautiful smile will make a lasting impression on the people you meet. One study found that one-third of Americans first notice a person’s teeth when looking at their face. Almost one-fourth say a person’s smile is what they most remember. And it only takes seconds to form a first impression – make it count!

Increased career success, greater wealth, and even more dates – yes, orthodontic treatment can help in those areas of life! A study in the American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics determined that people with ideal smiles are perceived as more intelligent and more likely to be hired for a job. This study backs up those findings and 58% of respondents said people with a great smile are more likely to be successful and wealthy. Straight teeth also make you appear more attractive. In fact, people believe that perfect smile will get you more noticed on dating sites and 2 in 5 Americans will not consider a second date with someone who has misaligned teeth.

Hopefully, you now see that braces are more than just a cosmetic improvement and the best investment you can make in yourself. Over time, braces will more than pay you back. And braces are a small price to pay for the potential issues caused by an unaligned bite and crooked teeth, which can be significant over a lifetime. Of course, your health and wellbeing are priceless!

More good news: You can get a healthy, beautiful smile at any age! At ALTA SMILES, we’ll create a customized treatment plan for you to get you an amazing smile and a healthy mouth for life. Our technology, experience, convenience, and affordable options provide the best orthodontic experience for your best investment. Take the next step and contact us today to schedule a free in-person or virtual consultation.