{"id":1714,"date":"2019-04-25T14:11:10","date_gmt":"2019-04-25T14:11:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ortegaortho.com\/blog\/?p=1714"},"modified":"2019-05-01T14:11:22","modified_gmt":"2019-05-01T14:11:22","slug":"dangers-of-diy-braces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ortegaortho.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/25\/dangers-of-diy-braces\/","title":{"rendered":"The Dangers of DIY Braces\u20145 Reasons You Should Leave it to Your Orthodontist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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DIY braces instructions have been popping up across the internet and gaining popularity by famous vloggers. When it comes to your teeth, they\u2019re not indestructible, and attempting to do your own dental work can have serious impacts that can\u2019t be reversed. When something sounds too good to be true, it usually is, especially in this case. No amount of paper clips, super glue, and rubber bands could possibly be good for your mouth. Read on to learn about 5 reasons you shouldn\u2019t give yourself braces and why it\u2019s best to leave it to the professionals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

There are No Guarantees <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Because DIY braces are being administered by yourself, there\u2019s\nno promises or guarantees. Even if they do manage to straighten your teeth,\nthey\u2019ll most likely move back again. Braces that are professionally placed are\nspecially designed to exert an exact amount of pressure onto your teeth, so\nthey move in small and healthy increments. One of the reasons braces have a\nlonger treatment time is because if the adjustments are made too quickly, they\u2019re\nmore likely to move back. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So next time you see a post bragging that DIY braces can shift\nyour teeth faster, remember the results won\u2019t last. With professional braces,\nyou know that your teeth will remain healthy and in-tact because your\northodontist precisely manages the pressure they place on your mouth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You Run the Risk of Losing Your Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Using materials like rubber bands and hair ties to quickly shift\nor adjust your smile can greatly affect your tooth health. Makeshift braces can\ndestroy the roots of your teeth and instead of just having a crooked smile, you\ncould face tooth loss. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because products like rubber bands are exerting an unknown\namount of pressure onto your teeth, they can restrict the blood flow that\u2019s\nvital to keeping your teeth healthy. Ultimately, you\u2019ll have to see your\ndentist anyhow, but it won\u2019t be because you\u2019re looking forward to getting your straighter\nsmile, it\u2019ll be because you need your teeth pulled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Developing Gum Infections May Not Be the Least of Your Worries<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

DIY braces involve non-sterile household items like\npaperclips that can cause serious damage to the inside of your mouth so you easily\ndevelop infections. These items can cut your gums and damage surrounding oral\ntissue, making it difficult for the wounds to heal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When gum infections spread, they can move to your blood and\nfacial tissues resulting in serious consequences like bone loss. When this\nhappens, you could need serious surgery in order to remove the materials from\nyour mouth and correct the damage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They Could Change the Way You Speak and Chew<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Giving yourself braces doesn\u2019t just affect your teeth, but\nyour entire mouth. They can cause other teeth to shift out of place, even if\nyou didn\u2019t mean for them to. This misalignment can adjust the position of your\nupper and lower jaw and affect the way you are able to pronounce words and\nchew. It\u2019s not uncommon that you develop lisps or make it harder for yourself\nto sound out certain words. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the End, It\u2019ll Cost You Way More Than What You Saved<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The reason most people would consider giving themselves makeshift\nbraces is to save money and time. In the end, you\u2019ll most likely end up paying\nmuch more to repair the damage they caused to your mouth. It\u2019ll also involve\nmultiple trips to your dentist, especially if you find you\u2019ll need dentures,\nsurgery, or other costly and time-consuming procedures. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you stop and consider all the disadvantages of DIY\nbraces, you\u2019ll easily conclude that it simply isn\u2019t worth it. Braces are an\ninvolved procedure that are meant to be done by a professional. When they are,\nthey can deliver fantastic results without the fear of damaging your smile even\nmore. Schedule an appointment with your local orthodontist so you can safely\nand effectively achieve your desired smile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. William Holland is a fourth-generation dentist who is\ndual-trained as an orthodontist and prosthodontist. Dentistry is more than a\ncareer for him, it\u2019s a part of his family history. He strives to be the best at\nwhat he does and give his patients individualized care that they trust. His\nexpertise and specialty training make him able to handle even the most complicated\nsituations with ease. You\u2019re sure to feel safe in his care! For any questions\nor to schedule a consultation appointment for braces, visit Ortega Orthodontics\u2019\nwebsite<\/a> or contact\n904-388-4600.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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