Orthodontic treatment is for adults as well as children and teens. Adults are frequently having orthodontic treatment and today represent approximately one-third of orthodontic patients. Treatment can be for cosmetic, aesthetic and functional, and health goals.
Teeth continue to move during adult life when misaligned teeth can lead to problems such as gum disease, dental decay, chewing difficulties, and tooth-wear, which can be detrimental to your confidence, oral health and quality of life.
Orthodontic treatment can achieve a healthy, beautiful smile at practically any age for improved health, aesthetics, and function. Orthodontic advances make contemporary adult treatments more comfortable and less visible.
Common adult orthodontic problems include:
• Dental crowding
• Overbite
• Underbite
• Protruding teeth
• Open bite
• Jaw pain
• Tooth-wear and decay
• Gum disease
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