Why are so many adults seeing the orthodontist?
Parents no longer have to sit on the sidelines while their children benefit from orthodontic treatment. The number of adults seeing an orthodontist is at an all-time high, with one-third of orthodontic patients being over the age of 18.
Why do experts assume this increasing trend will continue?
It Works
Adults and children can both benefit from orthodontic treatment. Because the physiological mechanism is the same at all ages, healthy teeth can be relocated at any age.
A short-term touch-up can take as little as a few months depending on the intricacy of the case and the patient’s goals, while comprehensive treatment can take much longer. Orthodontic specialists will tailor your smile to your desires, and they do not require a dentist’s referral.
Treatment can be discreet
Orthodontic advancements have made treatment more comfortable and unobtrusive than ever before. Many of today’s treatment methods are designed to make the appliance look as little as possible in order to fit into any lifestyle.
Clear aligners, tooth-colored braces, small but typical metal braces, and braces that fit behind the teeth are all options.
Because not every appliance is appropriate for every type of orthodontic condition, an orthodontic professional will be able to identify which is ideal for you.