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Your dentist may have discussed with you the
benefits of having healthy teeth and proper jaw
alignment. Crooked and crowded teeth are hard to
clean and maintain. This can result in tooth decay,
worsen gum disease and lead to tooth loss. Other
orthodontic problems can contribute to abnormal
wear of tooth surfaces, inefficient chewing function,
excessive stress on gum tissue and the bone that
supports the teeth, or misalignment of the jaw
joints. These can lead to chronic headaches and
face or neck pain. Treatment by an orthodontist
can be less costly than the additional care
required to treat dental problems arising as a result
of orthodontic problems. For most people, a
beautiful smile is the most obvious benefit of
orthodontics. After your braces come off, you'll feel more self-confident.
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