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Why Should You Get Orthodontic Treatment as an Adult?
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Traditional Braces
Traditional braces are the most popular orthodontic treatment for adults. They consist of metal brackets and archwires glued to your teeth with adhesive. The wires are tightened every four to six weeks to fit tighter over the teeth and gradually straighten them.
Ceramic Braces
Ceramic braces work like traditional braces, but instead of metal brackets, they contain ceramic brackets. These ceramic brackets blend with the rest of the teeth, making them less discrete than traditional braces. However, they also obtain archwires that the dentist periodically tightens to straighten the teeth.
Clear Aligner Therapy
Clear aligner therapy utilizes a set of clear aligners to straighten your teeth. The dentist will take impressions of your teeth to create this set of custom aligners. You’ll wear the aligners for at least 22 hours daily, swapping them every two weeks for tighter-fitting ones until your teeth straighten.
Before & Afters
A smile is worth 1,000 words.
Am I a Good Candidate for Adult Orthodontics?
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Your candidature for adult orthodontics depends on whether you have misaligned teeth. Patients with slightly or moderately misaligned teeth will benefit most from clear aligners. While those with severe misalignments will benefit from metal braces. The dentist will examine your teeth and take X-rays to determine your candidacy for orthodontic treatments.
It’s also worth noting that even the elderly (above 70 years old) qualify for adult orthodontics, provided they have healthy gums and sufficient jaw bone. The only people who may be unfit for these treatments are those with gum disease, specifically peri-implantitis. However, the dentist can arrange for treatment before fitting your orthodontic device.
What Is the Difference Between Braces and Invisalign?
Although braces and Invisalign do the same job, they are very different. For starters, Invisalign braces are clear aligners that patients wear over their teeth for a specific period every day, meaning you can remove them at will. Conversely, braces are fixed permanently to your teeth and are only removed once treatment concludes.
Another difference is that braces are clearly visible on the teeth. Even ceramic braces with ceramic brackets are still visible. Invisalign aligners, on the other hand, are transparent and less discreet on the teeth, making them the perfect choice for individuals who would feel self-conscious with braces on.
