Adult Orthodontics

For almost any adult today who continues to complain of untreated dental problems such as malocclusion (poor jaw and teeth alignment that leads to functionally bad teeth and/or an aesthetically unattractive smile), orthodontic treatment is an appealing option.

Malocclusion, during which teeth are crowded, overly spaced or poorly fitting, thus hard to clean, often contributes to dental health problems such as tooth decay, periodontal (gum) disease and tooth loss. Adults with bad bites may also suffer from abnormal wearing of enamel surfaces, difficulty chewing and damage of supporting bone and gum tissue. Malocclusion furthermore leads to jaw pain. These physical and aesthetic complaints can be remedied with adult orthodontics.

While many adults are hesitate to undergo orthodontic treatment such as adult dental braces for reasons of inconvenience and embarrassment, it is important to remember that orthodontics treatments like clear adult braces, night retainers and other forms of adult orthodontia can, in fact, resonate with an active, diverse lifestyle. Moreover, one in five orthodontic patients is an adult--it is never too late to correct malocclusion with minimal intrusion into your personal and professional life. The American Association of Orthodontists estimates that approximately one million adults in America and Canada are receiving treatment from member orthodontists.