oral hygiene | Bluebird Orthodontics https://www.bluebirdorthodontics.com Mon, 17 Jul 2023 20:46:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.2 Why Do I Need Orthodontic Treatment if I Have Straight Teeth? https://www.bluebirdorthodontics.com/why-do-i-need-orthodontic-treatment-if-i-have-straight-teeth/ Fri, 14 Jul 2023 19:41:14 +0000 https://www.bluebirdorthodontics.com/?p=488 We frequently encounter patients who believe they do not need orthodontic treatment because their teeth are decently aligned. Understandably, these patients are often surprised or confused when their dentist or orthodontist recommends treatment. Here are several reasons you may benefit from orthodontic treatment even with straight teeth: Misaligned bite: Orthodontic treatment isn’t solely focused on [...]

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]]> We frequently encounter patients who believe they do not need orthodontic treatment because their teeth are decently aligned. Understandably, these patients are often surprised or confused when their dentist or orthodontist recommends treatment. Here are several reasons you may benefit from orthodontic treatment even with straight teeth:

  1. Misaligned bite: Orthodontic treatment isn’t solely focused on straightening teeth but also corrects issues related to the way your upper and lower jaws and teeth fit together. Even if your teeth appear straight, you may have an improper bite, such as an overbite, underbite, crossbite or open bite. These bite relationships can cause difficulties with chewing and speaking, and can lead to excessive dental wear. Bite anomalies can also trigger TMJ issues.

  2. Mild crowding or spacing issues: Sometimes, the teeth we show during a smile appear straight but other teeth have spacing or crowding problems. Even mildly crowded teeth can lead to difficulties with oral hygiene and uneven dental wear. Spacing issues can affect your smile’s aesthetics and lead to food impaction and gum irritation.

  3. Jaw alignment: Orthodontic treatment is not solely concerned with teeth alignment but also addresses jaw discrepancies. If your upper and lower jaws do not align correctly, you may experience issues such as an uneven bite or jaw pain. If jaw alignment is not properly treated or is significantly off, facial surgery may be recommended (in addition to orthodontics) to correct.

  4. Dental health: Even if your teeth are currently straight, certain factors, such as oral habits, new dental restorations, tooth wear and wisdom teeth eruption could cause changes in tooth alignment. Orthodontic treatment may be recommended before you have a dental implant, bridge or veneers placed in order to enhance the strength and longevity of these dental restorations.

At Bluebird Orthodontics, we offer high-quality orthodontic care including Invisalign® clear aligners to help you and your family achieve healthier, more beautiful smiles. Our skilled orthodontist and team is excited to work with you one-on-one create your treatment plan. Please call 385-500-7082 to schedule your consultation with Dr. Hailee Rask to learn which orthodontic treatment in Salt Lake City, Utah, is right for you!

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]]> 5 Tips for a Phenomenal Smile (On and Off-Screen) https://www.bluebirdorthodontics.com/5-tips-for-a-phenomenal-smile-on-and-off-screen/ Fri, 29 Jul 2022 19:23:23 +0000 https://www.bluebirdorthodontics.com/?p=361 Are you looking for ways to achieve a phenomenal smile (on and off-screen)? Our dental team has five awesome tips to help you reach your smile goals! Keep your teeth apart! When you clench your teeth for a smile, your face and neck muscles tense, which can make your smile seem strained or forced. By keeping [...]

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Are you looking for ways to achieve a phenomenal smile (on and off-screen)? Our dental team has five awesome tips to help you reach your smile goals!

  1. Keep your teeth apart! When you clench your teeth for a smile, your face and neck muscles tense, which can make your smile seem strained or forced. By keeping your teeth slightly apart, your smile seems more relaxed.
  2. Know your angles! In general, people look better in photos taken slightly above eye level. This angle is slimming and helps your smile follow your lower lip line to appear more attractive! Often, people favor a certain angle or “side”, maybe the side where their hair parts or they have a cute dimple. Identify photos of yourself that you like and see if there is a common angle that helps you look your best.
  3. Practice makes perfect! While it may feel silly at first, practicing your smile in the mirror and in photos can help identify your best angles and build your confidence! Think of happy memories or funny jokes to make your smile more natural. Make an effort to smile more throughout the day. Sharing your smile with friends, family and strangers not only lets you practice, but it feels great too!
  4. A healthy smile is a beautiful smile! Teeth that are clean and free from chips and cavities are attractive because they indicate good overall hygiene and health. Teeth that are properly aligned tend to not collect plaque or stains as rapidly and avoid premature wear. And don’t forget your gums! When your gums are pink and free from inflammation they look (and smell) better.
  5. Safe smile enhancements! Treatments such as dental whitening and orthodontic alignment overseen by qualified providers can bring out the natural beauty of your smile. Over time teeth accumulate stains that are tough to remove without whitening treatments. Similarly, crooked teeth can appear more yellow, trap plaque, or wear unevenly which can detract from your smile.

Are you ready to boost your image while improving your oral health? Our Bluebird Orthodontics team in Salt Lake City, UT, is excited to help you design and create the beautiful smile you have always wanted. We welcome you to call 385-500-7082 to schedule your free consultation!

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