FIVE REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD ONLY GET ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT WITH AN ORTHODONTIST

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

There are many options for straightening teeth these days and you might wonder why it’s necessary to see an orthodontist if you have that need. Here are the five reasons why it’s imperative that an orthodontist be the one who treats you or your child:

1) Orthodontists are specialists.

After their general dental education, orthodontists devote additional years of study to orthodontics after they graduate from dental school. They practice orthodontics exclusively, focus their continuing education on orthodontics and see hundreds of patients every month. They are uniquely positioned to use their knowledge and skills to help you get the best results possible.

2) You only want to do this once. Do it right.

An orthodontist’s goal is an attractive smile and a healthy bite. We work toward having the teeth, upper and lower jaws, gums and facial muscles all positioned so that you can bite, chew and speak well. Without taking these components into consideration problems can arise, including issues with the jaw joint, headaches, wearing or chipping of the teeth, premature tooth loss and gum problems. We often see patients who come in for corrective treatment after pursuing orthodontics elsewhere.

3) Orthodontists identify the cause of the problem, and then solve it.

You may see crowded teeth that appear crooked. An orthodontist use their education, experience and expertise to delve deep to discover the cause of the issue and solve it in a way that is healthy and sustainable– for an attractive smile and a lasting result.

4) Orthodontics goes beyond your teeth.

Orthodontics can have a significant impact on your facial profile, smile line and general appearance. An orthodontist is trained to take a holistic, comprehensive approach to your treatment so that your overall appearance is considered along with your smile.

5) Orthodontists can recommend the right treatment for you.

No two people are the same, and likewise no two orthodontic treatment plans are identical. Only an orthodontist has the specialized knowledge to identify and plan for all the possible issues and outcomes that may arise. The bottom line: orthodontists know what to use and when to use it because they are specially trained with these tools and work with them every single day.

Call us to learn more about Coolsmiles Orthodontics: (631) 289-0909 in Medford and (631)928-9800 in Port Jefferson, and visit our Facebook page to learn more about us: facebook.com/coolsmilesortho.