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The Benefits of Getting Braces at Hawkesbury Family Dental

  • By Ben Huang
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  • 12 Nov, 2018
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Having orthodontic work can be a pain. It can be frustrating, annoying and painful at times. However, the benefits of investing in dental work are immeasurable in the long term. Let’s consider the advantages of getting braces at Hawkesbury Family Dental!

Less risk of gum disease

If you don’t take care of your teeth and gums by flossing and brushing daily, your chances of developing gum disease can increase. Orthodontics can assist by spacing out your teeth evenly, making it easier for you to brush and floss properly. By not straightening your teeth, food can become easily lodged in your teeth and sit there for days or even weeks before you notice it!

Less risk of tooth decay and cavities

How will getting your braces at Hawkesbury Family help reduce tooth decay and cavities? The same way it prevents gum disease: straightening your teeth will make your oral hygiene easier and more efficient! Furthermore, not treating cavities can lead to more serious tooth decay, which may need to be treated through root canal or extraction.

Easier digestion

Chewing your food can be difficult if your teeth are straightened properly. However, with straighter teeth, your food can be properly masticated into smaller pieces, which is preferable for your stomach during digestion.

Boost your self-esteem

Indeed, having straighter teeth can go a long way in helping you build your self-confidence in various social situations. You won’t feel shy interacting with other people if you’re confident in your smile. If you want to boost you self-esteem, consider making an appointment to get some orthodontic braces at Hawkesbury Family Dental.

They can help with mouth and jaw injuries

If you’ve been involved in a serious car accident, assault or a sport-related injury, there is a chance that you may leave the encounter with cracked or broken teeth. The consequences of not having your teeth fixed can be very painful. Getting your braces at Hawkesbury Family will help correct your teeth and jawbones following any type of accident, ensuring that you’re smiling again in no time! Moreover, straight teeth are less prone to injury, meaning the chances of needing restorative dental care are greatly reduced.

They can help improve your speech

Crooked teeth can actually inhibit a person’s ability to pronounce certain words and sounds correctly. So, it is clear that there aren’t just health and aesthetic benefits of getting your braces at Hawkesbury Family; there are practical advantages of this work as well.

Cost effective in the long term

Sure, orthodontic work can be expensive in the short term. Orthodontic cases, retainers and frequent appointments can be stressful and costly. However, the alternative of having extensive restorative dental work, like root canal and crown placements can hit the finances hard in the long run.

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Now that you’re aware of the benefits getting your braces at Hawkesbury Family Dental, contact us today to book an appointment to see if this kind of dental work is right for you!

Why Should You Visit Hawkesbury Family Dental?

By Ben Huang • 12 May, 2022

Hawkesbury Family Dental is a family owned and run dental clinic based in the heart of Windsor NSW, north west of Sydney. We service residents from all across the Hawkesbury, including:

  • Windsor
  • South Windsor
  • Windsor Downs
  • Pitt Town
  • Mulgrave
  • McGraths Hill
  • Bligh Park
  • Glossodia
  • Wilberforce
  • Cattai
  • Ebenezer
  • Colo Heights
  • Oakville
  • and Freemans Reach

Our dental team has dedicated themselves to their work and as a result, have built quite a reputation within the community. All of our dentists have a passion for teeth and work to ensure that you leave feeling satisfied and confident in showing the world your beautiful smile. Here at Hawkesbury Family Dental, we cater for all age groups, including young children who enjoy their regular visits with our friendly staff. We recommend bringing children in at a young age to get them into a routine and to show them that a trip to the dentist is not such a scary thing. Bringing them in when they are young also helps to catch any potential problems early before they get worse in the future.

What does Hawkesbury Family Dental offer? With dentists who are passionate about smiles, there is no shortage of them at our clinic. Our dentists are always willing to help you achieve your goals of that perfect smile. There are various different ways we are able to help you with your journey, with orthodontic work such as braces and invisalign. Something we hear quite often is people expressing regret that they never had braces or invisalign when they were younger and are now self conscious about their smile. Did you know that it is never too late to start your journey towards achieving that smile you have always wanted? So during your next appointment, let your dentist know you would like to discuss the option of Invisalign or braces.

Sometimes patients may need to have a tooth extracted before they get their braces.

This is sometimes recommended prior to braces for the following reason:

- Having a tooth extracted before getting braces can help create space in the mouth for the teeth that are now going to be aligned and will require that little bit of extra room.

It is recommended to get an extraction if there is crowding in the mouth, meaning that your teeth are very close together and overlapping. Your teeth cannot be aligned properly if there is no room for them to do so, so removing the tooth will help.

If you have decided to get braces and need to have a tooth extracted, there are some things that you can do to prepare for the procedure:

- Let your dentist know of any allergies you have or medications that you take on a regular basis. This is important as it may impact any anesthetic or antibiotics prescribed after your extraction

- Make sure you have something to eat beforehand. You may not be able to eat for a few hours while still numb from the anesthetic

- Come prepared to your appointment. Bring any referrals or x-rays with you- Know what to expect during your appointment. 

Knowing what is involved during the extraction may take away the fear of the unknownAfter your extraction, following these after care tips will increase your chances of a smooth recovery:

- Don't eat or drink anything that is too hot or too cold as it can irritate the extraction site. 

Also avoid foods such as rice that may get lodged in the gum and cause irritation- Avoid smoking or drinking alcohol for a few days as it can cause irritation and slow down your recovery

- 24 hours after your extraction, you can rinse your mouth with salt water. It is important not to do this during the first 24 hours as it may dislodge any blood clots which will aid in your recoveryIf you are looking for a good dentist in the Mulgrave area and are thinking about taking that first step towards braces or invisalign, make an appointment with Hawkesbury Family Dental today by calling us on 4577 7311

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The advantages of using Invisalign to straighten teeth, apart from the visually, include health, self-esteem, minimising tooth decay & the chances of gum disease.

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