There is so much information emerging about the importance of oral health. Oral health can affect the entire body. Therefore, to live a healthy lifestyle it is important to find the proper care. So what is an orthodontist and why is it important to find an experienced one?
What is the role of an Orthodontist?
An orthodontist is a dentist who has completed four years of dental school plus another three years of specialized orthodontic studies. Orthodontics is a dentistry specialty that diagnoses, prevents, manages and corrects mal-positioned teeth, jaws and misaligned bites. Orthodontics also addresses the modification of facial growth and abnormal alignment of the teeth and jaw.
Why is it so important to find a good Orthodontist?
Besides helping you achieve the smile of your dreams, orthodontists serve to keep your mouth healthy. The extra training orthodontists undergo ensures a stronger likelihood of positive results and a healthy bite. Teeth that are misaligned and not properly taken care of can result in abnormal wearing of tooth enamel which can lead to extensive and expensive dental procedures.
There are many reasons to visit an experienced orthodontist. Here are a few:
- Orthodontists can help a patient achieve the smile of their dreams through braces and aligners.
- Orthodontists treat overbites, underbites, open bites, crossbites, crowding, and spacing, which will give patients healthier smiles.
- Orthodontists ensure teeth are moved in a healthy way.
- A healthy smile leads to healthier overall wellness.
- A beautiful smile gives patients more self-esteem in social settings.
If you’re interested in a consultation with an award-winning Orthodontist, schedule a consultation with Dr. Rehana Khan today! You can also call our office at 310-393-3344.
About Us
Santa Monica-based orthodontist Dr. Rehana Khan holds a master’s degree in orthodontics from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry (LLU) in Loma Linda, California. Prior to completing her postdoctoral orthodontics residency in 2005, Dr. Khan earned her degree in general dentistry from LLU and completed the Dental Board of California licensure examination and the Western Regional Board examination in 2002. While studying general dentistry, Dr. Khan was recognized for outstanding scholarship and earned many academic awards, including honors from the American Academy of Oral Medicine, the International College of Dentists Outstanding Achievement Award, the LLU School of Dentistry Academic Excellence Gold Award for Performance on Parts 1 and 2 of the National Boards, the Teaching Learning Center Special Achievement Award, and others.