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# How Braces Can Improve Your Facial Structure 

### Understanding Facial Structure
Facial structure is the arrangement of your features, including the shape of your eyes, nose, and mouth. It's determined by genetics and can be influenced by environmental factors such as smoking and sun exposure.

Your facial structure is a combination of several factors:
* The length and width of bones in your face (for example, cheekbones)
* The distance between certain bones (for example, how far apart your eyes are from each other)
* How much fat there is on those bones

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### The Benefits of Braces
* **Improved bite**: Braces can correct issues with your teeth that may be causing you to clench or grind.
* **Improved smile**: By straightening your teeth, braces also help to improve the shape of your face, which can make you look younger and more attractive.
* **Improved facial structure**: If you have an underbite or overbite, braces will help to correct these issues as well. The result is a more balanced facial structure that looks more attractive by making it easier for others to see all of your features instead of just focusing on one part at a time (like when someone has an overbite).
* **Improved self-confidence**: Having straight teeth makes people feel better about themselves because it makes them look more likable and approachable--and this confidence carries over into other areas of life as well! 

### How Braces Can Change Facial Structure
* Correcting misalignment.
* Correcting overbites.
* Correcting underbites.
* Correcting crossbites

### The Effects of Braces on Facial Structure
* Changes in jaw shape.
* Changes in tooth shape.
* Changes in gum shape.
* Changes in lip shape.
* Changes in tongue shape.
* Changes in cheek shape can affect your smile and make it look more attractive than before braces were put on your teeth! If you have a high palate (the roof of your mouth), then this will be lowered when braces are applied to correct any crowding or misalignment issues with your teeth that may exist at the time of treatment initiation; this is known as "proclamation" because it pushes everything down toward the bottom jawline instead of outward toward an open-mouthed smile as we see here:

**The Process of Improving Facial Structure with Braces**
* Getting an orthodontic evaluation.
* Getting fitted for braces.
* Wearing braces.
* Attending follow-up appointments, which are usually scheduled every six months or so, depending on your progress and the severity of your case (more frequent appointments may be necessary if you're having trouble adjusting to your new smile).
* Wearing a retainer after treatment is complete helps keep teeth straight and aligned as they continue to move into their final positions over time--and also prevents relapse!

### The Costs of Improving Facial Structure with Braces
The costs of improving facial structure with braces are as follows:

* The cost of an orthodontic evaluation. This is usually covered by your insurance and can range from $100-$250.
* The cost of braces varies depending on how long you'll need them (the average is about two years). You should also expect to pay for follow-up appointments every six months, as well as any additional charges related to treatment, such as replacing broken wires or adjusting the fit of your retainer when it's time for that phase of treatment.

### Common Side Effects of Wearing Braces
* Pain, soreness, discomfort, and pressure are common side effects of wearing braces. The pressure on your teeth can cause ulcers that may bleed or become infected.
* You may experience cuts in the corners of your mouth from chewing on the wires or brackets.

### Tips for Handling Discomfort with Braces
If you are experiencing discomfort, there are a few things you can do to ease the pain.
* Take breaks. If your braces are bothering you, take them off for an hour or so and then put them back in. This will give the brackets time to adjust and settle into place before they start moving again.
* Use over-the-counter pain relievers like Advil or Tylenol if necessary; just make sure not to use these medications too often since they can cause ulcers in the mouth if taken too frequently or over long periods of time (more than two weeks).
* Rinse with salt water after meals--it helps clean away any food particles that may be stuck between teeth during eating and drinking activities. Apply orthodontic wax around each bracket individually at night before bedtime--this will help keep brackets from rubbing against one another while sleeping. Talk with your [Dental Braces, Fairfax, VA](https:/https://goo.gl/maps/re9XtvM6P8xMSreh7/) orthodontist if none of these methods work for relieving discomfort caused by wearing braces
### The Results of Improving Facial Structure with Braces
* Improved bite.
* Improved smile.
* Improved facial structure.
* Self-confidence boosts, which can lead to improved mental health and overall well-being.* Better oral health as a result of proper brushing and flossing techniques that are taught during treatment, as well as less gum disease in the future because your gums won't be pulled away from their roots by your misaligned teeth anymore!

## Conclusion
You may be wondering if braces can really improve your facial structure. The answer is yes! With the right tips and care, the results can be long-lasting and beneficial. Braces are a great way to enhance your smile and make it look more beautiful than ever before!

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