Ask Dr. Chmura: Why is it so important to have straight teeth?

Some people wonder why Marshall and Battle Creek Orthodontist Dr. Louis Chmura and our team work tirelessly to give our patients straight teeth. Of course it’s nice to have a smile full of evenly aligned teeth, but did you know that straightening your teeth can keep them healthier? Straight teeth lead to better oral hygiene, increasing your chances of keeping your own natural teeth for a lifetime!

Straight teeth are less prone to decay, because they collect less plaque—the sticky colorless substance that forms on our teeth and leads to tooth decay; and they are easier to keep clean!

If you’re wondering whether your teeth might cause problems because they are out of alignment, please give us a call to set up a consultation. Dr. Chmura can help you decide whether or not you will benefit from orthodontic treatment.

Ask Dr. Chmura: Who benefits from braces?

Braces aren’t just for pre-adolescents and teenagers anymore! Dr. Chmura will tell you that anyone, at any age, can benefit from orthodontic treatment, whether it’s correcting a problem not treated in your younger years, or catching a problem early.

To ensure the best overall treatment, the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, recommends that children receive an orthodontic consultation as early as age seven. If a problem is evident, taking action early can spare a lot of treatment and expense down the road.

If you never received orthodontic treatment when you were young, don’t worry! You’re never too old for a beautiful smile. Set up an appointment for a consultation and find out how adult orthodontics will transform your smile, as well as your life!

Dr. Chmura receives award for Laser certification

Congrats to Dr. Chmura for becoming the very first orthodontist to earn Advanced Proficiency at the Academy of Laser Dentistry!