So you didn’t get braces as a kid, but now you’re an adult and you’re ready to start living your most confident life? The decision to invest in yourself is life-changing, and your team here at Just for Grins Orthodontics is here for it.
We’re here to guide you along your journey. Here’s why it’s the perfect time to start adult orthodontics treatment:
Do adults get braces?
Yes. In fact, more adults than ever before are getting braces and Invisalign. If you waited to get braces as an adult, you’re certainly not alone.
Over the last 50 years, the number of adults undergoing orthodontic treatment has increased significantly. As reported by the AAO, only 4.37% of the orthodontic patients were adults in 1960, but as of 2016, adult patients made up 28.31% of all orthodontic patients.
Today, it’s estimated that 1 in 4 orthodontic patients is an adult. It’s safe to say that more people are understanding the true value of orthodontic treatment, and realizing that braces and Invisalign are more affordable and more practical than they once were.
Braces aren’t just for kids and teens.
Here’s why it’s a great time to get braces as an adult:
Top 4 Reasons to Get Braces (for Adults)
1. Experience newfound confidence.
If you’re an adult who feels self-conscious when you smile, or you’ve always dreamed of having a bright and genuine smile, that’s more than enough reason to get braces. You deserve to live with confidence, and smiling plays a huge role in that.
Our highly experienced orthodontists, Dr. Dunn or Dr. Schreiber, create beautiful smiles for adults just like you. Orthodontic treatment will help you put your best smile forward, so you don’t have to hide your teeth, hold back the laughter or avoid situations that put you in the spotlight. You deserve to do it all and more!
2. Adults have options.
One of the reasons many adults have been hesitant to undergo orthodontic treatment in the past is because they don’t necessarily want to wear traditional braces. While we truly believe getting braces as an adult is nothing to be ashamed of, we understand the desire for a more discreet treatment method.
That’s why we provide modern braces options for our adult patients. Choose from metal braces (believe it or not, these are back in style), clear braces, and Invisalign – a form of invisible braces.
Invisalign uses a series of virtually-invisible, clear, custom-made plastic aligners to align the teeth and bite, and create a beautiful smile without the appearance of braces. No matter what your day holds, you can wear Invisalign confidently, knowing that your treatment is virtually undetectable.
More adults are getting orthodontics than ever before, because they’re not limited to traditional braces. Adults have options nowadays.
3. Believe it or not, braces are affordable.
Did you know braces for adults are a lot more affordable than when you were a child? Not only have new, efficient technologies enabled orthodontists to reduce treatment costs, but we also offer flexible financing to help you cover the cost.
Get 0% interest in-house financing with a low down payment and low monthly payments. Plus, orthodontic/dental insurance can cover a significant portion of your cost. Many plans will cover up to 50% of your total treatment cost.
We offer you a complimentary consultation, including a full orthodontic exam, at no cost. We truly do everything we can to make the cost of adult braces affordable for our Montogomery, Wetumpka, and Millbrook communities.
4. It’s about your quality of life too.
Many people don’t even realize that their smile is hindering their quality of life. The alignment of your teeth and jaw bones has everything to do with your vital functions: breathing and eating.
When the teeth are all straight, and the top jaw bone is properly aligned with the bottom jaw bone, your health may improve. Depending on your initial diagnosis and your treatment, your airway may increase, your speech may improve, and chewing and biting may become more efficient, which can also improve digestion.
So, why get braces?
Living a greater quality of life is one of the most important reasons to get braces. It’s not just about ‘straight teeth’; it’s about living your best life, breathing your easiest and waking up as the happiest you.
More adults are getting braces or Invisalign, because they’re realizing the true value of orthodontic treatment – so if you waited for orthodontic treatment as an adult, you’re in luck.
Want to know more about adults getting braces?
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us with any questions. We’re here to guide you through your treatment process, from your very first visit to your last appointment.
If you’re looking for a top orthodontist in Montgomery, Millbrook or Wetumpka, we’d love to meet you. Request a complimentary consultation for you or your child today.
