Our San Diego Orthodontist Shares how Your Smile Changes as You Get Older

It’s no secret that your smile changes as you grow older. That’s why it’s so important to have a reliable dentist and San Diego orthodontist to keep an eye on your dental health to ensure you’re taken care of. Your teeth are working overtime every day to safely break down your food and fighting back against bacteria and acidity, which means they’re going through a lot of wear and tear. Your teeth are also likely to shift and move into adulthood, so here are some common occurrences we see in adult patients.

 

Post-Orthodontic Shifting

Did you have braces as a teenager, but are now starting to notice that your teeth are shifting? This is why retainers are so important! With the help of your retainer, you’ll be able to maintain your teeth in their proper position. If you notice a shift in your teeth, let us know so you can have new proper fitting retainers to keep your smile in its right place.

 

Crowding Bottom Teeth

As you get older, your jawbone shrinks and loses density. This leads to crowding of your bottom front teeth due to the mismatched size of the jawbone with your teeth. There are other factors that may lead to your bottom front teeth crowding, but every smile is unique and our team will help you discuss these possibilities during your consultations and appointments.

 

Malocclusion

This is a very common reason that patients get orthodontic treatment! Malocclusion, more commonly known as bite misalignment, is when your lower and upper jaw don’t align when you bite down. Some symptoms may be headaches, teeth grinding (also known as bruxism), and clicking and popping of your jaw joints.

 

Don’t fear orthodontic treatment! The number of adult patients is at an all-time high and only continues to rise. No matter what your age is, you deserve a smile that you’re comfortable and confident with, and that’s where we come in. Our San Diego orthodontist understands that everyone’s smile is different, which is why your treatment will be unique to you and only you. By working with your smile, we’ll know exactly how to help you get the best out of your treatment, so call one of our two convenient locations to schedule consultation with us today!