4 Reasons to Leave Orthodontic Treatment to the Professionals

Do-It-Yourself or DIY is a huge trend in home décor, fashion, and cuisine, but what about oral health? Actually, DIY dental care is a bigger trend than many people know. A quick online search of DIY dental treatments will deliver some startling results. One of the most recent DIY dental care trends is at-home orthodontic treatment. While other DIY hacks may be less-than-effective, a DIY orthodontic fail can permanently impact your oral and overall health. DIY braces can be crafted from a number of materials including superglue, orthodontic wax, rubber bands, dental floss, and even paper clips. In addition to being potentially dangerous, they also look a lot less attractive than even the bulkiest bracket and wire braces. In this post, we’ll discuss some of the many things you should keep in mind before deciding to try orthodontic treatments or other cosmetic dentistry procedures on your own.
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