Straight Teeth Have a Bigger Impact on Your Life Than You Realize!

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When it comes to dental health, most people focus on maintaining healthy teeth and gums. However, having straight teeth is just as important for both your dental health and your overall appearance.

Here are six reasons why it’s important to get your teeth straightened by an orthodontist:

  1. Improved appearance: A smile is often the first thing people notice about you. If your teeth are crooked, crowded, or misaligned, it can affect your overall appearance and self-confidence. By getting your teeth straightened, you can improve your smile and boost your confidence.
  2. Look younger: When you straighten your teeth and broaden your smile, it can tighten the skin around your mouth and lift it upwards making you look younger and more youthful.
  3. Better dental health: Crooked or crowded teeth can make it difficult to brush and floss effectively, leading to tooth decay, gum disease, and other dental problems. By straightening your teeth, you can improve your dental health and reduce the risk of developing these issues.
  4. Better overall health: Dental problems, such as gum disease, have been linked to other health problems, such as heart disease and diabetes. By maintaining good dental health, you can help protect your overall health.
  5. Improved speech: Crooked teeth can affect your speech and pronunciation, making it difficult to communicate clearly. By straightening your teeth, you can improve your speech and communication skills.
  6. Better digestion: Properly aligned teeth and jaws can help you chew food more effectively, leading to better digestion and overall health. Furthermore, having properly aligned teeth reduces the chance of jaw problems. This helps to keep your jaw in good condition until you are old.

Studies have shown that people with good smiles are more likely to be remembered by others than those with bad smiles. A study by Kelton Research found that people with straight teeth were perceived as more successful, smarter, and happier than those with crooked teeth. Another study found that people with straight teeth were more likely to get hired for a job and receive a higher salary.

If any of these resonate with you, don’t wait to give our office a call! We will get you sorted out and you will leave much more confident in your new smile! We offer adult orthodontics at All Kids Dental Pediatrics and Orthodontics in Glenwood Springs, Eagle and Rifle, Colorado. We invite you to call 970-928-9500 to schedule your orthodontic consultation to create the smile you desire!

Our Locations

Glenwood Springs

2624 Grand Ave, Suite 200
Glenwood Springs, Colorado, 81601

Hours

DayHours
Monday8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Friday7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Rifle

990 Airport Road
Rifle, Colorado, 81650

Hours

Day Hours
Monday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Eagle

1185 Capitol St., Unit 101
Eagle, Colorado, 81631

Hours

Day Hours
Monday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Friday 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

*Tuesday and Wednesday, every other week. Hours do change, so please call for more details.

Aspen

204 W. Hyman Ave.
Aspen, Colorado, 81611

Hours

Day Hours
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 11:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.*
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

*Last Wednesday of every month. Call for more details.