Americans are famous for having beautiful smiles; but if you are an adult who for one reason or another never had the opportunity to have braces as a child or teenager, you should know that it's never too late to get that perfect smile you've always wanted. There are many choices in orthodontics for grown-ups: here's a quick overview of what's available out there.
Lingual Braces
Lingual braces are a system of brackets and wires that are placed on the back (or lingual) side of the teeth. In principle they act like traditional braces except that they have the advantage of being virtually unseen as they do their work. There are limitations on this type of orthodontics: they are appropriate only for older teenagers and adults; the teeth cannot be too small in size; and a patient must not have a deep vertical overbite or other potentially problematic jaw issue. The only way to know for sure if you are a good candidate for lingual braces is to be evaluated by an orthodontist. The main advantage of this method over others is that - for adults - it is the most affordable option.
Invisible Braces
Invisalign braces are actually not braces at all: teeth are straightened using a series of plastic trays that are created using the original impression of a patient's teeth. Using computer software, the orthodontist designs 15-20 separate trays that, when worn for two-week intervals slowly realign teeth and help to create a straighter, more perfect smile. Invisible braces are particularly desirable for adults since they are virtually undetectable and can be removed for eating, drinking and oral hygiene purposes.
Porcelain Veneers
Considered a cosmetic procedure rather than an orthodontic one, porcelain veneers are affectionately referred to as "instant orthodontia" because the results are so fast. Thin wafers of porcelain are fused to a patient's teeth, effectively filling gaps and completely changing the appearance of crooked teeth. In most cases, the patients' real teeth are filed down to accommodate the veneers, so this should be considered a permanent solution. The veneers are custom-shaped and colored to create the most natural-looking smile possible and the whole process is generally completed in just three visits. Veneers are definitely for those who go for instant gratification!
You simply don't have to live the rest of your life with a smile you hate: adult braces and other types of orthodontics may be the solutions you've been looking for.
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