Orthodontic Therapy to Make Oral Hygiene Easier and Effective

Orthodontic therapy is not just for improving appearance! Most general dentists also recommend treatment to improve their patients' oral health first and foremost. When the teeth are crooked or crowded, the result can be poor oral health, as well as poor oral hygiene. Poor oral hygiene can lead to serious problems with both the teeth and gums, resulting in the need for extensive restorative work. Instead, it is worth considering orthodontic therapy to avoid this altogether. Continue reading to find out more!

Easier and better oral hygiene after orthodontic therapy

Below is an overview of what orthodontic therapy can do for one's oral hygiene. This information may be helpful to review when looking for additional reasons to undergo treatment.

The importance of oral hygiene

Oral hygiene is a crucial part of maintaining good oral and overall health. Without a good routine every day, the teeth and gums can suffer significantly. 

According to a general dentist, a good oral hygiene routine should include brushing twice a day or after every meal, flossing at least once a day, and rinsing on a regular basis. Each of these steps will ensure that the teeth and gums remain in good shape. 

Even when the teeth require orthodontic attention, it is still important to practice a good oral hygiene routine, despite how ineffective or difficult it might be. Of course, orthodontic therapy will improve one's ability to clean their teeth. 

What orthodontic therapy can do

When the teeth are crooked or crowded, the result can be hard-to-reach areas between teeth. These areas can create breeding grounds for bacteria because food can get stuck quite easily. When food gets left behind, it can start to decay the teeth and even negatively impact the gums. 

In turn, what happens is that brushing and flossing in those hard-to-reach areas can become more difficult or even impossible. If it is possible, the results of the clean may not be as effective, meaning the bristles of the toothbrush may not reach or the floss might not effectively remove plaque. 

Orthodontic therapy can significantly improve how the teeth are positioned. Any crookedness or crowding will be straightened out so that floss and bristles can effectively reach in between the teeth. 

Other things to know

After orthodontic therapy, it is still important to maintain a good oral hygiene routine. In order to maintain the results of therapy, abide by the rule of brushing twice a day, flossing at least once, and regularly rinsing!

Talk to a general dentist today

When wanting to undergo orthodontic therapy, it is best to start by consulting with a general dentist. A general dentist can evaluate the teeth and jaw to determine what type of treatment is most suitable. From there, the dentist can also provide specific oral hygiene tips for both during and after treatment. To find out more about orthodontic therapy. reach out today. Additionally, our team can answer any questions or go over concerns. 

Request an appointment here: https://okamotoandbigleydentistry.com or call Okamoto and Bigley Dentistry at (626) 472-2178 for an appointment in our Pasadena office. 

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