You’re never too old for braces! Who says that you’re not allowed to have nicely aligned teeth and a perfect smile? Definitely not us. At IKC Orthodontics, we believe that braces can be suitable for any individual who walks through our doors and we have many different options to choose from!
Although it is beneficial in most cases, to see patients at a young age (at least 7 years old), that doesn’t mean to say that orthodontic treatment cannot be done successfully on adult patients. Since the jaws and facial growth have been completed, orthodontic treatment is modified to suit these challenges, however orthodontics remains a viable way to create a beautiful, balanced smile. As with all our patients, we begin our treatment plans by determining if your jaw joints are functioning properly. From there, we have many options available to choose from.
The main difference to remember when treating adults or children/teens, is that in younger patients, the jaw and facial bones are still developing. For adults, these bones have stopped growing, which increases the possibility of orthognathic surgery to align the jaw bones. Other differences include:
Gum or bone loss (periodontal disease) — Adults are more likely than children to experience gum recession or even bone loss due to periodontal disease. Patients with straighter teeth are less likely to get gum disease since it is easier to keep the teeth clean
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