The Japanese ‘snaggle-tooth’ has gained popularity and sees youths purposefully asking for crooked teeth!

It is a new trend that has seen many teenagers rushing to their dentists to have their teeth un-straightened! The trend started when a pop idol sported the crooked teeth naturally, and refused to get them straightened. What happened after was unexpected – everyone wanted those ‘endearing’ crooked teeth, and soon the service was available to youths all over the country. Porcelain veneers are adhered to the front teeth, and are crafted to stick out of the mouth, creating that ‘snaggle-tooth’ look.

Crooked teeth are detrimental to your oral health…

At Curtis Couch D.D.S in Thousand Oaks, we can foresee these youths discovering the impracticality of crooked teeth. We understand the full effects of misaligned and crooked smiles, and believe this new trend could negatively impact thousands of youngsters’ oral health! If you suffer from crooked teeth, or are thinking about adopting this bizarre fashion trend, we ask that you first consider the negative effects that crooked teeth can have on your smile.

Crooked teeth are more difficult to keep clean…

Straight teeth allow an even surface area that makes cleaning easy. In comparison, crooked teeth create a jagged and uneven surface that also provides areas for food particles to become lodged. This means not only are crooked teeth more difficult to clean, they also heighten your risk of developing tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease.

Crooked teeth impede your jaw…

Misaligned teeth can create issues with the jaw, which can result in chronic headaches and other conditions. By straightening your smile we can help properly align your jaw, which will also allow for easier eating, biting and chewing!

Your overall health could be compromised…

With a heightened risk of periodontal disease and tooth decay, it is possible that those with crooked teeth are more likely to experience other issues in the body. It has been proven that the bacteria associated with periodontal disease negatively influences the rest of the body, and can cause issues such as cardiovascular disease, stroke, Alzheimer’s, dementia and even cancer!

Keep your body healthy by keeping your teeth healthy…

At Curtis Couch D.D.S in Thousand Oaks, we are committed to providing you with high quality dental treatments designed to protect and maintain the structure, health and integrity of your mouth. If you are dissatisfied with the look of your smile, we are able to offer you porcelain veneers, to give you the smile of your dreams – without invasive surgery! Porcelain veneers are extremely durable and stain resistant, so if you are after a perfect smile that is aesthetically pleasing, book an appointment at our Thousand Oaks dental practice so we can discuss your options. To discover more about porcelain veneers or to book an appointment at our Thousand Oaks dental practice, please do not hesitate to contact us.