San Diego Orthodontist Shares Why Age Doesn't Matter for Orthodontic Treatment

When you’re looking to transform your smile, there are countless ways of doing it. Crooked teeth may hold you back from sharing your smile with friends and family, but it’s time to change that with the help of our San Diego orthodontist. According to a study by the American Association of Orthodontists, adults (18+ years) now outweigh kids and teens when it comes to orthodontic treatment.

 

Don’t be fooled – orthodontic treatment is for all ages! You’re never too old to straighten your smile since it isn’t just an aesthetic improvement, it’s a health improvement. Straight teeth improve your digestion of food, as well as your oral health. When your teeth are crooked or misaligned, you’re at a higher risk of suffering from cavities since bacteria tends to hide in those hard-to-reach and hard-to-clean places. With straight teeth, your smile is much easier to clean.

 

Wondering if the time investment is too much? Trust us, it’s worth it! The reason orthodontic treatments take a long time is to protect your smile. There is no “fast track” to a straighter smile. Your teeth are slowly adjusted into their proper position so there is no damage to your gums during the process. We want patients to be aware of the products you may see advertised to you that promise you a quick, straight smile in a few weeks, but these products may seriously damage your teeth, so we encourage you to ask us any questions you may have about treatment:

 

- If you’re considering orthodontic treatment, there are important factors to discuss with our team:

- If you have any missing teeth

- If you’re suffering from any dental disease

- If you have any habits like smoking or teeth grinding

- If you’re taking any medications

 

Every smile is unique, which is why we’ll treat your smile differently than another patient’s. We want to work with you to reach your optimal dental health for a long-lasting and healthy smile!

 

Don’t hesitate – you certainly aren’t too old for orthodontic treatment! Ask our San Diego orthodontist about the available options for your smile during your consultation. Call our office to schedule and our team will happily assist in picking the best date and time for you. We can’t wait to see you!