Don’t let your age stop you from achieving a straight smile!

Many adults will write off orthodontic work to make their teeth straight because they claim they’re too old for braces or clear aligners. Being too old for teeth-straightening treatment is a myth.

It is never too late to fix your teeth and boost your confidence. In fact, more adults are seeking orthodontic work than ever before because of the amazing technology of Invisalign.

It’s barely noticeable at all and is very intriguing to those who desperately want a better smile but feel silly having a brace face as an adult.

Treatment for Adults

Orthodontic treatment for adults isn’t all that different than it is for children and teens. However, teeth straightening may take a bit longer in adults due to the maturity and density of their bones. Adults are also more likely to have habits that may affect the outcome of their treatment, such as smoking, clenching, teeth grinding, or tongue thrust.

Even regularly taking certain medications can have an impact on treatment. Just like teens, adults usually make great candidates for braces or clear aligners. Most adults will choose clear aligners over braces because they are more discreet, and in many ways, more convenient.

Clear aligners work to reposition your teeth until they are straight, gifting you with a show-stopping smile.

How Long Does It Take to Straighten Teeth in Adults?

The treatment time depends on each individual case, but on average, treatments last around 22 months. The time span will depend on how crooked your teeth are as well as other corrections being made such as correcting an overbite, underbite, crossbite, overcrowding or gapped teeth. These corrections can all be made with Invisalign. During the course of your treatment, you’ll meet with your dentist every two weeks. These visits are important as your dentist will track your progress.

Pros of Straightening Your Teeth as an Adult

It’s universal: everyone prefers straight teeth over crooked teeth. Even as an adult, straight teeth can boost your confidence in ways you never knew possible. Taking the leap to finally straighten your teeth will make you feel better about yourself and your appearance.

You’ll be smiling at yourself in the mirror every chance you get, and you’ll also be more inclined to smile at others.

In addition to cosmetic reasons, straightening your teeth may help resolve health issues caused by misalignment of the teeth or worn-down dental crowns/fillings. These conditions can lead to severe jaw pain and can affect the way your mouth opens. Straightening your teeth could be your ticket out of chronic jaw pain.

Don’t let your age stop you from achieving the smile you’ve always dreamed of. Talk to your your about Invisalign and how we can straighten your teeth, improve your smile and boost your confidence!

For more information and enquiries, contact us on 02 8889 1588.