Top advantages of having an orthodontist fit a brace as an adult

As an adult, you may think that the years of wearing braces are far behind you.

And if you have perfect teeth, they will probably remain that way. But if you are like the 1 in 7 adults who could use a form of dental realignment, you may be considering some kind of orthodontic work.

Should you have a more severe or complex case of misalignment, crowding or spacing, you may require the use of a standard metal or orthodontic brace.

At Katz and Madhok Orthodontics, our orthodontist in Edgware is familiar with all types of braces and aligners and has helped people of all ages to get the smile that they want and deserve. We pride ourselves on great customer care and will ensure that any queries you have about wearing fitted braces as an adult are answered in jargon-free language, helping you to understand the process in full.

So, are there any advantages to wearing a fitted brace as an adult? Our orthodontist in Edgware provides the following 5!

Confidence

While having our orthodontist in Edgware fit a brace may not seem like a confidence booster, it can be.

As an adult, you will be more aware of the positive changes that wearing this brace will make than you were as a child and as a result of doing something positive for yourself, your confidence will probably go up.

Improved oral health

You may remember seeing that child at school who wore a metal brace and seemed to be forever brushing their teeth.

Well, while that may seem annoying, not only does a brace encourage better cleaning habits, but it can also improve your oral health through other methods too.

As your teeth straighten, it is harder for plaque to hide and so you will probably have fewer cavities. Less plaque also reduces the chances of you developing periodontal disease too, once again, improving your oral health.

Clearer speech

As a child, you may not have considered how you sounded when talking in class.

As an adult, it is easier to notice vocal patterns and issues with pronunciation, especially if you have a job that requires you to attend meetings regularly or give talks.

And so, by wearing a brace as an adult, you will notice that as your teeth move, your speech will become clearer and easier to understand! This can also be a confidence booster.

Cost effective

Yes, you read that right!

While you may think that wearing braces as an adult is costly, it can actually save money in the long term.

You won’t be spending hours at the hygienist trying to figure out how to get rid of plaque behind misaligned teeth and you will spend less on fillings and crowns. Of course, you are not so likely to need an extraction or root canal due to tooth decay as it will be easier to clean your teeth once they are straightened.

Appreciation

As a child, if you wore braces, you may not have understood the purpose of it. You may have even felt that your parents were being mean to you for making you wear them! As an adult, you will have a greater comprehension of the work that goes into creating a brace and adjusting it, and as a result you will have a greater appreciation of how your teeth will look and feel when we remove the brace.