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Female Focus
Adult orthodontics
A great-looking smile is a sure way to boost self-confidence and orthodontic treatment can even enhance an adult’s career opportunities and social life.
There are potential health benefits as misaligned teeth can be harder to clean, setting the stage for tooth decay and gum disease. Crooked teeth also tend to worsen with age and become even more so … thus there are many reasons to consider orthodontic treatment at any age.
A lot has changed since you were a teenager in terms of the orthodontic appliances themselves. Clear braces can sometimes be used instead of the metal ones, and are less visible. Invisible clear aligners are also appropriate in many cases, for rapid alignment of front teeth.
These newer appliance options have increased popularity for adults orthodontics with most patients reporting that they are very happy with the results. So remember that when it comes to straightening teeth, there is no age cutoff. So if a better smile, greater confidence and potentially healthier teeth are things you would like, then schedule a consultation at our clinic to discuss your treatment options.
What will determine if you are a good candidate for orthodontic treatment, then, will not be your age; it will be
the current state of your gums and what type of problem you are trying to fix. Gum disease, which is the cause of bad breath and loss of tooth-supporting bone, is more prevalent in adults than in adolescents. Orthodontic treatment works by gently moving teeth within the bone that supports them, and orthodontic treatment in the presence of gum disease can aggravate the disease and make it worse. While gum disease does not preclude successful orthodontic treatment, it is essential that any existing gum disease be treated first.
If you are interested in orthodontics or other options for your smile please book a consultation at Clinica Dental La Plaza, Jávea 96 646 1120.
Article supplied by Dr Karen Gardner, dentist and orthodontist.
www.clinicadentallaplaza.com.
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