Want straighter teeth? When most people think about getting braces, their focus is on how straight their teeth are going to be after removing the braces. Having straight teeth not only makes for a more attractive smile, it is better for your overall dental health. One of the things that most people do not realize is that getting braces can actually change your appearance after removing them.
While these changes tend to be subtle, they are indeed noticeable. The reason for these changes is due to the fact that the braces are moving and shifting the teeth. The shifting of the teeth will alter the overall appearance of your face. Other changes tend to include what you can expect to experience immediately after the teeth straightening procedure is complete.
These changes are positive changes, as the braces are doing their job by putting your teeth back into their natural alignment.
7 changes after your teeth straightening procedure
The following are 7 different kinds of changes a dental patient may experience after a teeth-straightening procedure.
Immediately after removal:
1. A little tightness and/or soreness
The patient can expect to experience a little tightness or soreness after each adjustment appointment. Fortunately, the pain should only last for a few hours. If the pain continues, it is important to give us a call so we can ensure that everything is okay and not causing the pain.
2. Everything feels different
While wearing braces takes some adjustment, removing braces will take some adjustment as well. Patients will notice how slick and smooth the teeth feel, while also being able to eat certain foods again.
3. Teeth may feel tender
Since the teeth are slowly but surely making their way back into their correct position, it is highly likely the patient will experience some overall gum tenderness after the removal.
4. An improved bite
Every time a dental patient gets their teeth straightening procedure done, they are doing what is necessary to improve their overall health, which includes an improved bite.
5. A healthier mouth
Straightening their teeth is one of the most important steps that someone can take when wanting better oral health.
6. More confidence when smiling
When someone has straight teeth, it is simply a fact that they smile more, and with more confidence.
7. Improved appearance
Braces will slowly but surely change the shape of the face because they are moving the teeth back into their original position.
Got questions?
If you have any questions regarding the teeth straightening process, please do not hesitate to give us a call. When you have straighter teeth, you are doing what is necessary in order to ensure that you are taking proper care of your oral health.
It can take anywhere between 3 weeks and 10 weeks for a tooth to move into its proper place, making it a good idea for you to make a dental appointment in order to see how long the entire teeth straightening process is going to be for you. Straight teeth can provide you with a more confident smile.
