What Is The Right Age For Orthodontic Treatment

The Right Age For Treatment

Any age is the right age for orthodontic treatment. At Hyman orthodontics we believe you are never too young, or too old to have a beautiful, healthy smile. A healthy smile is a confident smile, and we believe that every person deserves the opportunity to smile with confidence. Orthodontic treatment from Dr. Hyman can provide teenagers and adults with the opportunity to feel good about themselves and smile with confidence.

Typical signs of the need for an orthodontic exam may include, but are not limited to, the early or late loss of teeth, difficulty in chewing, mouth-breathing, finger sucking, crowded teeth, jaw dysfunction, a sunken or protruding jaw or misaligned teeth. Signs of potential orthodontic problems may not be obvious. Our initial exams are done at no-charge and are the most sensible means to assure proper oral health.

Orthodontics is more than straightening crooked teeth. An overbite, under bite, a dysfunctional smile and a sunken or protruding chin, are problems that can be corrected with orthodontic treatment. Proper tooth and jaw alignment are critical to achieving long-term oral health.

Today's general public is typically very well informed, especially when it comes to proper health. What today's adults may not know is that it is never too late to realize a perfect and healthy smile for themselves. Adult orthodontic treatment is becoming more and more popular every day. With fewer office visits, and the availability of aesthetic braces, there is no reason why every adult shouldn’t have the perfect smile.