No one should feel self-conscious about their smile. Unfortunately, crooked teeth or an overbite can make you feel embarrassed about your teeth. If you find yourself hesitant to smile in photos or you hide your mouth behind your hand when you speak, you should consider getting orthodontic treatment. Next, you'll have to decide what form of teeth straightening is right for you. Everyone has heard of braces, but you might not know that ceramic braces are an option. Here are three reasons ceramic braces are an excellent choice.

1. They Are Unnoticeable

Unlike traditional braces, where the brackets affixed to your teeth are made of eye-catching metal, the brackets of ceramic braces are almost invisible. That's because the brackets are made from tooth-colored ceramic, so they blend in with your natural teeth. This makes ceramic braces a great option for anyone who's concerned about wearing visible braces. For instance, it's a great choice if you work on television or in print photography where your appearance matters.

2. They Don't Require a Lot of Fuss 

Clear retainers have long been the go-to option for people who wanted invisible teeth straightening. Although that is another option, clear retainers like Invisalign can be hard to maintain. You need to remember to clean your retainer every night, and you need to take it out before you eat. Taking your retainer on and off all day can be a real hassle, and the success of your treatment depends on your ability to follow it consistently. Forgetting to wear your retainer for a day can set back your progress. Ceramic braces are always on your teeth, so there's no stress and nothing to remember. It's a great choice for busy people.

3. They Are Comfortable

Ceramic braces are one of the most comfortable ways to realign your teeth. Any form of teeth straightening will cause some discomfort, but you can minimize this by choosing ceramic braces. According to Warren Orthodonics, patients typically say that they experienced less pain with ceramic braces. This is because the sharp edges of metal braces can dig into the sensitive skin on the inside of your mouth. Ceramic brackets have fewer sharp edges, so you'll experience less oral irritation.

If everything on this list sounds appealing to you, you should look into getting ceramic braces. Contact your dentist or orthodontist to ask if you're a candidate for ceramic braces. They can guide you and get you started on the process of straightening your teeth.