Many teenagers dread the fact that they have to live the most important years of their lives to them while having to wear braces. Ridge Manor residents might think that braces are only available for a limited time for kids, but they are perfectly acceptable for adults to get braces for a healthier and more confident smile. In some instances, it might be better for people to get braces as an adult than it would for really young children to get braces. In some instances, adults have more options available to the then that of children who are being fitted for braces.
Children’s Teeth are Still Growing
One of the main reasons why it is recommended to not start braces for younger children is the fact that their teeth are constantly growing, falling out, and shifting. When an adult is fitted with braces, Ridge Manor patients do not have to worry about having their braces on for an extended period of time because their teeth are still coming in or because losing teeth causes other teeth to shift. On average an adult does not have to have their braces on as long as a child or teenager that is given a rough estimate of about 2 years depending on the condition of their teeth.
Different Brace Options
Because children cannot afford their own braces, Ridge Manor parents are more inclined to buy the cheapest form of braces which are metal wires and metal brackets, but there are more than those types of braces. For a more natural look to teeth, metal brackets can be replaced with ceramic brackets. Additionally, there are even wire free forms of braces that align your teeth slowly by adjusting retainer sizes. These types of braces are also clear and make it very hard to determine what if anything is in someone’s mouth.
*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of Anchor Dental Care*