Pure Smiles - Why adult braces are a good idea

Many teenagers indeed wear braces - we all remember seeing the metal wiring in the mouths of our classmates when we were young. Yet there is an increasing number of adults who are deciding to treat their misaligned teeth.

There are lots of adults out there who might be considering the treatment but are put off by a few factors. We want to tell you why you should opt for teeth alignment rather than ignoring them.

Let’s look at a few of the reasons why braces are good for adults and present some options for you.

The benefits of adult braces

The older we get, the more our teeth can misalign. If you consider that teenagers might have crooked teeth, and many of them do, these problems can continue to get worse if they’re not addressed at that age. Therefore, your misalignment could be more pronounced as an adult.

Crooked teeth or gaps in our teeth can cause us to have decreased confidence and general self-consciousness when we smile. However, it’s not just misaligned teeth or gaps that can be treated. Invisalign is such a versatile form of treatment that it helps with overbites and underbites too.

Children and teenagers sometimes have a tendency not to care for their oral health as much as adults because they might not understand or grasp what a lack of oral care could result in. As you’re in control as an adult, you can take the best care of your teeth possible because you will be given all the information needed and fully comprehend it.

Sometimes our circumstances growing up aren’t always perfect. This means that you might not be presented with the opportunity to have braces, free or otherwise. If the braces you desire are within your budget, you can decide whether to have these fitted or not rather than relying on a guardian to make that choice for you.

Some of the options for adult braces

Unless you have a significant medical condition that requires you to have your teeth straightened, you’re unlikely to have braces fitted on the NHS. However, you can still have the metal braces if you choose to, and many people do because of their reduced cost compared to other types.

There’s no denying these “train-track” braces are effective, but they might not be comfortable. You’ll need to be cautious of what you eat so that you don’t get food stuck in the wiring or damage their performance.

Yet Invisalign tends to be the most popular choice for adults thanks to its discretion, cleanliness, and comfort. Removing the clear aligners from your mouth to wash them and thoroughly clean your teeth reduces the likelihood of plaque building up. Eating whatever you normally would once removing the aligners is a huge advantage too.

Having a reputable dental practice fit your braces can bring you so many benefits. Explore what Pure Smiles can do to help your teeth misalignment.