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The Benefits of Braces

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Coleman Orthodontics Whether it is for health reasons or a confident beautiful smile, there are many benefits to a straight smile. We have been in the Syracuse community for many years and our goal at Coleman Orthodontics is to provide you with a smile that is confident and healthy. Whether its through Invisalign , traditional braces , or simply wearing your retainers after orthodontic treatment...orthodontics goes beyond just a beautiful smile. Benefits of Having Straight Teeth 1. Healthy Gums:  Healthy gums are a foundation to a healthy smile internally. The health of your mouth and your body are all connected and your gums are an essential foundation to your overall health. When your teeth are spaced out or crowded, it is possible for them to become inflamed, which can be a sign of periodontal disease. 2. Tooth Wear: We use our teeth everyday and it is normal for our enamel to wear out as we grow older. However, crowded teeth can cause your teeth to pop out in abnormal places, w

Ageless Smiles

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Coleman Orthodontics Your teeth are probably the only thing on your face that don’t get wrinkles…but your teeth certainly do show signs of aging. So if you want to look younger and healthier, your teeth are a great place to start! “Just as white, straight teeth convey youth, a smile with crooked, discolored, worn, or missing teeth is associated with an aged look,” says Edmond Hewlett, DDS, professor of restorative dentistry at UCLA's School of Dentistry. “The adage ‘long in the tooth,’ used to describe older persons, reflects the fact that gum disease causes gums to recede and teeth to appear longer as a result." 3 Easy Steps That Will Take 10 Years Off of Your Appearance Step 1: Whiten Your Teeth - Teeth naturally darken as we age. One reason is that your teeth absorb color from food and drinks. Even if you take fantastic care of your teeth, they will eventually yellow over time. Whitening your teeth with custom whitening trays is the best way to achieve a deep and t