Benefits Beyond Your Smile

Since it is National Orthodontic Health Month, Dr Kemp and all the Kemp Orthodontics team want to remind you that orthodontic health is much more than straight teeth. When Dr. Kemp creates beautiful smiles for his patients, he places all the elements of the face into their perfect alignment for a healthy as well as beautiful smile. Orthodontic treatment at Kemp Orthodontics also provides many additional health benefits. Here are just a few you might not realize:

• Prevent TMJ: TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint) Disorders occur from stress on the jaw joint. Often, people who suffer from TMJ have an incorrect bite pattern or a misalignment of their bite. Orthodontic treatment can align the teeth and bite to remove the stress on the joints that causes TMJ Disorder.

• Aid Digestive Health: Perfectly aligned teeth help you chew your food more effectively, which helps your digestive health.

• Avoid Tooth Decay and Gum Disease: Crowded and misaligned teeth make it difficult to clean your teeth and gums, which can lead to food and bacteria build-up. It's much easier to brush and floss your teeth when they are in healthy alignment.

• Correct some speech impediments: Sometimes when your teeth and joints are misaligned, this misalignment causes speech impediments. The teeth and tongue are important tools in our speech process, and it is extremely important that these tools be in their perfect alignment to speak our best.

If you have any questions about the health and aesthetic benefits of orthodontic treatment, feel free to contact us today. At Kemp Orthodontics our goal is for our patients to feel that their experience with our office is remarkable, unique, and pleasurable.

Orthodontics & Halloween Sweet Treats

October is a month full of sweet treats, from crisp apples to Halloween candy. Now is the perfect time to
think about enjoying these great treats while protecting your braces and/or your orthodontic appliances. The American Association of Orthodontist offers four helpful tips for patients.

1. Avoid sticky situations with your braces and aligners. Stay away from hard, sticky, crunchy or chewy candy and snacks. These include caramel, gummies, licorice, taffy, bubblegum (even the sugarless kind), jelly beans and soft drinks.

2. Say no to hard treats - including hard-shelled peanut candies, nuts or nut-filled candies, taco chips and popcorn (especially un-popped kernels). Also, Dr. Kemp cautions everyone, whether you wear braces or not, to avoid crunching and chewing ice.

3. Brush up! Sweets can cause cavities, which means brushing and flossing are more important than ever during the Halloween season. Orthodontic patients should be especially vigilant about brushing and flossing after consuming sugary or starchy foods.

4. Spooktacular news: Not all Halloween candy is off-limits. Good alternatives include soft chocolates, peanut butter cups or other melt-in-your-mouth varieties. The American Association of Orthodontists even offers orthodontic-friendly recipes for Halloween goodies on its website at http://www.mylifemysmile.org/pressroom.

So, grab your costume this Halloween and enjoy the fall festivities.

October is National Orthodontic Health Month

When many people think about October, they think of falling leaves, hot apple cider, and Halloween. While carved pumpkins and funny costumes are exciting features of October, here at Kemp Orthodontics we are even more excited to welcome October because it's National Orthodontic Health Month!

Every year, the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recognizes October as a time to raise awareness of the benefits of orthodontic treatment. At Kemp Orthodontics we want our patients and community members to understand the health benefits and lifestyle benefits of orthodontics.

Have any questions regarding our office and orthodontic treatment? Feel free to give Kemp Orthodontics a call, we'd love to answer your questions! You can also visit our website, www.KempOrtho.com, to read more about the health benefits of having Dr. Kemp create a beautiful smile that's just for you.

Share Your Experience: Why Did You Choose Kemp Orthodontics?

Dr. David Kemp has been an orthodontist in the Franklin and Brentwood area since 1986.  Kemp Orthodontics is a place where the genuine care and comfort of our patients is our ultimate mission.  We are committed to providing the finest personal service and treatment for our patients.  Dr. Kemp knows and understands the needs and expectations of his patients and is dedicated to creating beautiful smile.  We hope you enjoy your time with us as much as we enjoy our time with you.

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