Braces for Adults

In this post, we’ll discuss braces for adults. Today more and more adults are choosing orthodontic treatment. Overall, more adults have healthy teeth compared to a generation ago. Plus, treatment with braces or clear aligners is more comfortable, discreet, and faster than ever before. Thus, braces for adults is a great way to ensure you have a beautiful smile no matter what age you are.

From age eight to age eighty, it’s never too late to get started. Also, with payment plans, braces for adults are affordable. So, it’s worth it to seek out an orthodontist. Importantly, by correcting your smile, you can also help avoid oral health issues. And, the longer you put off treatment, the more serious these issues can become.

Modern Braces Work Faster

Sometimes, adults may fear that braces take too long or would give them a “metal mouth” look. However, today’s modern braces are vastly improved from the old days. Today, the profile is much smaller and slimmer. Also, with ceramic braces, the brackets almost disappear, so all that is seen is the thin archwire.

In addition to looking better, modern braces are also more comfortable. With self-ligating braces, high-tech memory wire reduces the pressure on your teeth. With these streamlined braces, you can expect fewer office visits since they work faster and don’t require as many adjustments. Not to mention, they look better and are easier to clean with no elastics.

Notably, braces can provide precise treatment for people from kids to adults. Furthermore, they treat a wide variety of problems from minimal to advanced. Before you begin any treatment, we’ll go over all the options, discuss the affordable payment plans, and how long treatment will take.

Temporary Braces Leads to a Lifetime of Perfect Smiles

You indeed have to make some adjustments while you wear braces. However, in the end, you’ll have a perfect smile for life. As a result, it’s certainly worth it. As you probably know, you’ll have to avoid crunchy or sticky foods. Also, since your teeth will temporarily be harder to clean, you should limit sugary foods. 

Since braces are attached to your teeth, food particles can get stuck around the brackets. Subsequently, it takes a little practice to be sure you aren’t missing anything. Nonetheless, it becomes easier the more you do it.

See more of what to expect here.

As you can see from our patient galleries and testimonials, braces are worth it when they come off, and you see the results!

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Get Started Without Leaving Home

Today, it’s easier and safer than ever to get started from home. Palo Alto Orthodontics is now offering free virtual consultations. Hence, you can easily find out if you are a candidate for braces or Invisalign.

Virtual consultations are easy and quick. First, you’ll send us some photos of your smile. (See the simple video for help) Then, Dr. Yoo will review them and get back to you with a free assessment. It’s that easy.

There’s no obligation to begin treatment. Besides, you’ll get the facts you need as you consider braces for adults.

Get started with your free virtual consultation here.

Contact us anytime at 650-327-2310 to find out more. Or book a free in-person consultation here.

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