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There are many reasons why an adult may seek orthodontic treatment late into adulthood. Work, life, and the commitments involved in raising a family may have meant putting braces off in early adulthood. Many of our customers reach their 30s, 40s, or 50s and wonder if it’s too late for braces.
The good news is that, whether you are seeking braces in your 30s or 60s, adult teeth straightening is just as effective as braces for teens and young adults. One in five orthodontic patients is over the age of 18, according to an article by Harvard Medical School.
In this article, we’ll explore why braces can work at any age and why clear aligners are a great treatment option for older adults who are looking for an advanced teeth straightener.
When Is It Too Late for Braces?
Many people associate braces with teenagers. There are good reasons to undergo orthodontic treatment at a young age.
Adjusting the position of teeth while the jaw is still growing has many advantages. An orthodontist can include projected jaw bone growth when mapping out treatment plans.
Parents naturally want to give their children the gift of a beautiful smile, so many dentists and orthodontists are used to putting metal braces and clear aligners on children and teens.
The basic process that allows orthodontic treatments to work — gradual tooth movements — can work at any age. Even without braces, teeth will naturally shift on their own. The human jaw can adjust to tooth movements at any age.
The minimum age for getting clear aligners is 12 years but If you are 30 and older and wondering what can you use to straighten your teeth, the answer is ALIGNERCO’s clear aligners. Our treatments are popular with adults of all ages.
Are There Any Reasons Why I Can’t Get Braces As an Adult?
Most adults are great candidates for ALIGNERCO’s teeth-straightening treatments. Adult candidates for clear aligners should be in good oral health. This means that you don’t have any significant cavities or advances gum disease.
Once you mail in your dental impressions, a member of our team will determine if you are a good candidate for clear braces. Most adults are great candidates, and age is not a barrier to our treatment.
The reason, you might be unable to get at-home clear aligners could be the severity of your teeth misalignment. For that purpose, you can always opt for either traditional metal braces or in-office aligners.
Top Five Reasons You Should Get Braces as an Adult
In many ways, undergoing teeth straightening as an adult can be more enjoyable and fulfilling than having braces put on as a child. Minors generally do not have a say in how and when they have braces put on. As adults, we can choose to undergo teeth straightening treatment for personal reasons.
1. You’ve Always Wanted Braces
Most people are aware of the appearance of their teeth. If you have crooked or crowded teeth, you’ve probably noticed those dental problems. Maybe you find yourself looking at your teeth in the mirror or wishing that you had a more attractive smile.
If you’ve always wanted braces, now is the time to make those dreams a reality.
2. You Can Better Maintain and Clean Your Braces than a Teen Can
Children and teens often have a hard time keeping their braces clean. This can lead to cavities and gum disease. Adults are less likely to have those problems because they have developed good oral hygiene habits.
Adults are also less likely to lose their clear braces or to not follow ALIGNERCO’s easy-to-follow instructions.
3. Correct Adult Teeth Shifting
After undergoing orthodontic treatment as a teen, teeth will naturally shift. This is one reason why teens are told to wear their retainer on a daily basis. If you did not wear your retainer, you may have experienced minor or significant dental shifting during adulthood.
One way to correct adult teeth shifting is to undergo orthodontic treatment using our convenient and cost-effect clear aligners. Once you complete our treatment, you will be given a new set of retainers to wear at night.
4. Enjoy an Affordable Treatment
Parents of teenagers often have to spend several thousand dollars to correct their children’s dental alignment problems. Adults have the option of using new clear aligner technology. ALIGNERCO’s treatment plan options start at only $81/month.
5. Enjoy the Benefits of Straight Teeth at Work
A beautiful smile is often associated with intelligence and other positive leadership traits. Do you have to speak frequently at work? Your co-workers have probably noticed the appearance of your smile.
Once you complete our convenient teeth-straightening program, you can whiten your teeth to enjoy even more drastic cosmetic results. Many of our treatment options come with complimentary teeth-whitening kits.
How Do Adult Braces Work?
If you are wondering how to straighten crooked teeth, here’s a brief overview. First, we’ll mail you an impression kit. After you return the dental molds, one of our dental experts will put together a custom treatment plan that includes several or more sets of clear aligners.
Simply wear the clear aligners for around 22 hours per day. We’ll provide you with specific instructions on how to care for and maintain your trays. Each successive tray will be slightly straighter than the previous one.
Each tray gently nudges your teeth into better alignment. Once you complete the treatment, you’ll need to wear a retainer at night to maintain your cosmetic results.
Clear Aligners Are a Great Treatment at Any Age
It is never too late for braces. Adults of all ages are turning to ALIGNERCO’s custom clear aligners to straighten their teeth and brighten their smiles. Our treatments can be completed in only a few months.
No matter your age, start the process today. Take our free online smile assessment to learn what ALIGNERCO can do for your smile.
