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Most people tend to have orthodontic treatment tends to be during our teenage years, mainly between the ages of 11 and 15. The reasoning behind doing so is that by this age, most people will have the majority of their permanent teeth, making it easier for your dentist to detect potential issues such as bad bites, gaps and crooked teeth. 

However, not many people realise that you can still choose to have orthodontic treatment as an adult. In fact, a growing number of people are now choosing to have braces well into their 40s. As teeth can shift at any age, due to injury, health or natural growth, there are now a wider variety of treatments readily available to improve your smile and bite - from Invisalign, Six Month Braces and conventional braces. 

So, just how can orthodontics help you?

Orthodontics helps correct teeth and jaws that are improperly positioned. As crooked teeth are at a higher risk of being lost due to decay and increased pressure, braces can actually save your teeth from potential long term damage.

Benefits of Orthodontics

• Healthy appearance, renewed smile and improved confidence
• Reduces the risk of decay and gum disease
• Less likely to suffer accidental injury due to protruding teeth
• Improved bite
• Less stress on jaw joints means less abnormal tooth wear