Braces

for Adults

Age is no longer an impediment to start orthodontic treatment. Adults can use braces to correct their teeth and achieve a perfect smile too. The objective of adult orthodontics is the same as for teens: Produce the best combination of dental occlusion, dental and facial appearance and stability of results to maximize benefits for the patient.

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After having a mouth free of cavities and gingival problems, braces can be placed.

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The period of visits within one appointment to other may vary depending on the type of braces you chose (the appointments are generally every 1 or 2 months).

When do you need this?

You might need an orthodontic treatment if you present oral problems such as underbite/ overbite, asymmetric jaw growth, excessive tooth wear, teeth spaces or teeth crowding.

Signs and Symptoms

Bad oral habits: thumb sucking
Respiratory problems
Facial/jaws asymmetry
Teeth crowding

Materials or Types

Bad oral habits: thumb sucking
Respiratory problems
Facial/jaws asymmetry
Teeth crowding

Benefits

Goals

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An interceptive orthodontic treatment will not only decrease the chances of bruxing or grinding of teeth and other oral health issues, but it will also reduce chances of extensive orthodontic treatments such as surgery.