Our team is joining the AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF ORTHODONTISTS and professionals across the nation to help create awareness about orthodontic health and care! Straightening teeth with orthodontic treatment will ultimately give you and straight and beautiful smile — but the benefits reach well beyond aesthetics as it also provides a multitude of health benefits!
Oral Disease: Straight teeth are easier to clean. When teeth are not properly aligned, there are more areas where food and bacteria can collect – leading to increased plaque, cavities and risk for oral diseases.
Jaw Problems: Unaligned teeth can place undue stress on the jaw. This can lead to problems with the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ), as well as weakened teeth and an increased risk for chipped or broken teeth.
Injuries: When teeth are unaligned or protruding, the mouth and teeth are more prone to injury, especially when playing sports or participating in activities.
Extensive Dental Procedures: Proper teeth alignment makes it easier to bite, chew, and speak. Misaligned teeth are harder to clean and can cause abnormal wearing of tooth enamel. This can then lead to extensive and expensive dental procedures.
INVISALIGN® is the choice for those looking for a new smile without the use of traditional metal braces. This cutting-edge product straightens smiles by using a series of custom-made, invisible liners that gradually shift teeth into place. The best part of this system is that it is virtually invisible, and because the trays are removable, oral care is easier and there are no food restrictions.
If you think traditional braces might be a better option, Associated Orthodontists offers the revolutionary DAMON® SYSTEM BRACES. This system allows for simpler and faster treatment, because it’s design requires less adjustments so appointments can be spaced out. Plus, the brackets are discreet, comfortable and easy to keep clean, making it the perfect option for busy adults and children alike.
While most think of a visit to the orthodontist as a “kid” thing, treatment is a option for patients of all ages. The team at Associated Orthodontists recommends that children are first evaluated at the age of 7, but patients can receive the benefits of care at any age. With advancements in technology, techniques and products, getting orthodontic care is more convenient and life changing than ever before.
Associated Orthodontists offers COMPLIMENTARY CONSULTATIONS for all new patients, and in some cases, treatment can start on the same day.
If you recognize any of these signs or concerns in your child or yourself, it might be time to schedule a consultation with an orthodontist.
- Early or late loss of baby teeth
- Difficulty chewing or biting
- Mouth breathing
- Sucking the thumb or fingers, or other oral habits
- Crowded, misplaced or blocked-out teeth
- Jaws that shift, make sounds, protrude or are recessed
- Speech difficulty
- Biting the cheek or biting into the roof of the mouth
- Protruding teeth
- Teeth that meet in an abnormal way or don't meet at all
- Facial imbalance or asymmetry (features out of proportion to the rest of the face)
- Grinding or clenching of teeth
- Inability to comfortably close lips
- Self-consciousness about your smile
Associated Orthodontists has six convenient locations in Joliet, Plainfield, Morris, New Lenox, Frankfort and Bourbonnais. Please visit GREATBRACES.COM to find a location near you, and to SCHEDULE YOUR COMPLIMENTARY CONSULTATION.
About Associated Orthodontists
Since 1969, Associated Orthodontists has been providing patients with care that is focused on wellness, satisfaction and perfection. With cutting-edge treatments and extraordinary outcomes, its team of highly trained orthodontists are committed to creating a customized, stress-free and rewarding experience for patients and families. The partners at Associated Orthodontists include the most experienced board certified and renowned orthodontists in the area, committed to improving smiles and making a positive impact in the communities they serve. For more information on Associated Orthodontists, including services and locations, please visit greatbraces.com.