San Fernando Valley Orthodontics: A Holistic Approach to Better Oral Health
A beautiful smile is one of the most important elements of confidence, but orthodontic health is so much more than straightened teeth. The position of the teeth, development of the jaws and bite function, the growth of the face and oral habits all affect one's long-term oral health. Comprehensive Orthodontic treatment can take all of these elements into consideration as it addresses a patient's specific orthodontic needs. Instead of only being concerned with cosmetic cosmetic alignment of teeth, holistic orthodontic treatment aims to address the interaction of teeth, jaws, facial structures and the overall functioning of the mouth. This type of patient-specific treatment is appropriate for children, adolescents and adults who seek orthodontics on their terms. What Is Holistic Orthodontics? Holistic orthodontics is an approach to orthodontics and oral healthcare where attention is given to the complete oral and facial system. While the alignment and position of crowded or cro...